1. Janine Whitney 2494 13th Ave N. Apt 302, Saint Petersburg, Fl 33713
(801)554-0582 janine.whitney212@gmail.com
Experience
Zookeeper - Zooville, U.S.A. – Plant City, FL
November 2013- Present
• Animal husbandry in alliance with FWC and USDA standards– small herbivores, small carnivores, large carnivores, and birds
• Animal observations
• Enrichment and conditioning techniques of various species
• Training of new volunteers
Intern - Asia, Tampa’s Lowry Zoo – Tampa, FL
September 2012 – December 2012
• Learning of animal husbandry techniques in an AZA zoo setting
• Caretaker of wide variety of Asian animals; large carnivores, large herbivores, hoofstock, reptiles and birds
• Enrichment and conditioning techniques of various species
• Public interactions through keeper talks
• Daily record keeping
Intern – Alpaca Herd Health Management, Mountain Sky Ranch – Berthoud, CO
January 2012 – June 2012
• Animal husbandry of alpaca and goats
• Sheering, hoof trimming and weight
• Daily record keeping
• Medical care and safety protocols
Intern – Sea Turtle Rehabilitation, Clearwater Marine Aquarium – Clearwater, FL
May 2011 – August 2011
• Medical procedures and protocols
• Animal husbandry of various sea turtles and stingrays
• Formal educational presentations and public interactions
Reptile Caretaker - Colorado Reptile Humane Society – Longmont, CO
May 2010 – July 2012
• Daily husbandry of a variety of reptiles and amphibians
• Daily record keeping
• Medical procedure assistance
Education
Bachelor of Science – Zoology, Colorado State University - Fort Collins, CO - December 2012
Projects
Browse Book - Identifying edible plants on zoo grounds to be used as enrichment and diet to animals in our collection. This included photos of the plant, bark, leaves, flowers, and fruits as well as locations throughout the zoo. This is contained in a binder, as well as simplified information on laminated cards on a binder ring for easy transport.
Alpaca Disease Information - Compile symptoms of and information on common parasites and diseases of alpacas. Research preventions and treatments.
Notes
• SDI SCUBA Certified (Open Water) – Dec. 2013
• Pre-exposure rabies vaccinated – Feb. 2014
• Extensive experience in animal husbandry, maintenance and enrichment techniques
• Experience in following AZA, USDA, and FWC guidelines in animal care and husbandry
• New World Celts Saint Petersburg chapter Vice President Jan. 2013 – Dec. 2014