Tyler Shaw

Experienced horsewoman and Provincially Licensed Veterinary Technician with a lifelong background in the equine and western industries. Combines extensive hands-on horsemanship with formal education in veterinary medicine, equine health, client service, and animal care. Hardworking, confident around a wide variety of veterinary topics, and passionate about building a long-term career within the veterinary field.

• Ability to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects
• Business analysis
• Business development
• Capable of working independently
• Collaboration
• Comfortable in fast-paced environments
• Communication
• Customer service
• punctuality
• Sales
• Time management

1. Veterinary Technician

   Ranch Docs Veterinary Services

   May 2025 to Aug 2026

   Lethbridge, Alberta

   Provincially Licensed Veterinary Technologist with experience in small animal and equine medicine and a strong focus on equine patient care. Confident handling all animals of varying ages, temperaments, and training levels while assisting with examinations, treatments, procedures, restraint, and medication administration. Combined formal veterinary training with lifelong ranch and horse experience to provide safe, low-stress patient care and knowledgeable client communication.

2. Hardware store work

   Rona

   Oct 2023 to May 2025

   Vermilion, Alberta

   Throughout high school and college, I worked at hardware stores, giving me 5 years of retail experience. During these jobs, I assisted customers in selecting products that best suited their needs. I delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced retail environment and processed sales and maintained organized merchandise displays.

3. Wrangler

   Alpine Stables

   Jun 2021 to Present

   Waterton, Alberta

   During my time here, we worked with a herd of over sixty horses daily. One of my specific jobs was administering medications and personalized feed to the horses in need. I guided guests on horseback while ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. I educated customers on horse handling and safety and developed excellent communication and customer service skills.

4. Rodeo competitor and event organizer

   Rodeo

   Jan 2020 to Present

   Alberta

   For the past six years, I've competed in rodeo while helping organize events and promote western culture. Rodeo has strengthened my work ethic, responsibility, sportsmanship, and ability to work under pressure while always prioritizing the welfare of the animals.

5. Hardware store work

   Home Hardware

   Jan 2020 to Jan 2023

   Cardston, Alberta

   Throughout high school and college, I worked at hardware stores, giving me 5 years of retail experience. During these jobs, I assisted customers in selecting products that best suited their needs. I delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced retail environment and processed sales and maintained organized merchandise displays.

1. Cardston High School

   Cardston, Alberta

   For four years, I attended Cardston High School. I excelled in all my classes and learned to prioritize schooling.

2. Lakeland College

   Veterinary Technologist program

   Vermilion, Alberta

   2023 to 2025

   I graduated from the Veterinary Technologist program in May 2025. During my time here, I have immensely grown my skills and learned time management and punctuality. I excelled in my classes and yearned to learn any new skill I had the opportunity to.

• First Aid

• WHMIS

• Broiler Technician: Green Certificate

• Handling Animals Fear Free

• Basic Knowledge Online Course- Waterton Parks