Dog Trainer Resume Samples

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Experience Experience
Detroit, MI
Dog Trainer
Detroit, MI
Raynor, Olson and Kiehn
Detroit, MI
Dog Trainer
  • Perform other duties as directed by management
  • Adhere to and promote established safety and loss prevention procedures
  • Is effective in a variety of formal presentation settings and can command attention, establish clear directions and create a climate that motivates others
  • Ensure work complies with Olin policies and professional standards
  • Maintain NILO Farms by keeping hunting courses well-groomed, target fields well stocked, and providing maintenance to equipment, buildings and grounds
  • Provide for care and feeding of hunting dogs, and clean and maintain dog kennels
  • Consistently set, capture and record Dog Training class selling targets with all store partners and General Manager
Chicago, IL
Dog Trainer / Apprentice
Chicago, IL
Rowe Group
Chicago, IL
Dog Trainer / Apprentice
  • Promoting established safety and loss prevention procedures
  • Assisting in the loading, unloading and stocking of merchandise
  • Ensuring that store animals receive the highest quality care and are maintained in clean, safe and secure habitats
  • Coaching, encouraging and motivating dogs and pet parents
  • Promoting, conducting and instructing all current dog training curricula
  • Acting as a subject matter expert for Petco’s Positive Dog Training Program, products, services and in-store promotions
  • Achieve Dog Training goals by offering creative Training solutions
present
Los Angeles, CA
Senior Dog Trainer
Los Angeles, CA
Flatley, Senger and Greenholt
present
Los Angeles, CA
Senior Dog Trainer
present
  • Promote conduct and instruct all current Dog Training curricula
  • Consistently meet and exceed store’s budgeted sales
  • Committed to enhancing communication and teamwork between dog and pet parent by offering positive solutions and rewarding success
  • Interact professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all pet parents and store partners regarding Dog Training or other pet services
  • Maintain provided class-related materials to consistently call back interested pet parents in a timely manner to promote Dog Training classes, seminars, workshops, Meet Your Trainer and/or Dog Training events sponsored by Petco
  • Maintain and utilize all Dog Trainer tools as defined in operational guidelines (such as calendars, flyers, business cards, local store marketing, build an event) with all partners as part of G.U.E.S.T.+ to drive the Dog Training business
  • Form and maintain partnerships with store management, store partners, grooming partners, 3rd party services vendors and local adoption partners and recognize Petco’s Think Adoption First philosophy
Education Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor’s Degree
Skills Skills
  • Strong ability to inspire and motivate self and others
  • Ensuring that store animals receive the highest quality care and are maintained in clean, safe and secure habitats
  • Achieve Dog Training goals by offering creative Training solutions
  • Coaching, encouraging and motivating dogs and pet parents
  • Effectively deliver formal presentations
  • Be a genuine Petco ambassador who exemplifies the Petco culture and values in all communications and interactions
  • Acting as a subject matter expert for Petco’s Positive Dog Training Program, products, services and in-store promotions
  • Assisting in the loading, unloading and stocking of merchandise
  • Promoting, conducting and instructing all current dog training curricula
  • Promoting established safety and loss prevention procedures
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Dog Trainer / Apprentice Resume Examples & Samples

  • Acting as a subject matter expert for Petco’s Positive Dog Training Program, products, services and in-store promotions
  • Promoting, conducting and instructing all current dog training curricula
  • Be a genuine Petco ambassador who exemplifies the Petco culture and values in all communications and interactions
  • Coaching, encouraging and motivating dogs and pet parents
  • Effectively deliver formal presentations
  • Achieve Dog Training goals by offering creative Training solutions
  • Strong ability to inspire and motivate self and others
  • Assisting in the loading, unloading and stocking of merchandise
  • Ensuring that store animals receive the highest quality care and are maintained in clean, safe and secure habitats
  • Promoting established safety and loss prevention procedures
  • CPDT-KA or Karen Pryor Academy (KPA-CTP) certifications
  • Previous experience teaching positive reinforcement dog training techniques in group or class settings
  • Computer skills with the ability to quickly research information from the Internet
  • The ability to work during peak traffic periods during week days and weekends
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Dog Trainer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Must promote the positive training philosophies of the Petco Positive Dog Training Program and ensure a safe dog training environment for pet parents, customers, dogs and Petco partners
  • Must confidently perform all tasks & duties as outlined in the Dog Training Instructor Program
  • Promote, conduct and instruct all current Dog Training curricula
  • Be a Dog Training related resource for Dog Trainers in store to support consistent achievement of targeted goals and exhibit the ability to enlist the aid and support to accomplish common tasks
  • Is effective in a variety of formal presentation settings and can command attention, establish clear directions and create a climate that motivates others
  • Cross-train store management and partners on how to promote Dog Training classes using the G.U.E.S.T.+ model by engaging pet parents and provide solutions to various training challenges, and the products needed to assist in solving those issues within established guidelines
  • Maintain provided class-related materials to consistently call back interested pet parents in a timely manner, promote Dog Training classes, seminars, workshops, Meet Your Trainer and/or Dog Training events sponsored by Petco
  • Utilize and maintain all Dog Trainer tools as defined in operational guidelines (such as calendars, flyers, business cards, local store marketing, build an event) with all partners as part of G.U.E.S.T.+ to drive the Dog Training business
  • Form and maintain relationships with store management, store partners, grooming partners, 3rd party services vendors and local adoption partners and be familiar with Petco’s Think Adoption First philosophy
  • Be familiar with all new products and services in order to be able to engage with customers regarding their features and benefits. Upon hiring, must complete Petco’s Positive Dog Training Instructor Program and associated Petco onboarding within specified timeframe
  • Complete and maintain other MyLearningCenter courses as assigned
  • Consistently set, capture and record Dog Training class selling targets with all store partners and General Manager
  • Schedule a minimum of two new classes starting weekly (5 start dates a month on a weekend day), include two level two classes, two Canine Good Citizen classes and adhere to the national seminar dates and times. Add seminars and workshops on as-needed basis. The Dog Training calendar to be posted two months in advance and updated with any changes (in partnership with other Dog Trainers)
  • Execute both national and local policies and procedures related to the delivery of Positive Dog Training classes with Petco pet parents, including operations, safety, and loss prevention measures
  • Knowledge of Dog Training class-related materials and tools available for store order through the Online Supply System and, in partnership with the Dog and Cat Department Manager, ensure all products are in stock and available in store at all times
  • Effectively employ suggestive enrollment techniques to consistently increase and drive Dog Training enrollments while meeting and exceeding budget
  • Maintain familiarity with current store promotions and special services
  • Maintain Dog Training area cleanliness and equipment per Operational guidelines and Policy and Procedures. This includes but is not limited to maintaining dog training barriers, dog training kiosk and associated signage
  • Must embrace and advocate the role of Dog Trainer in own store and local area to consistently represent Petco’s positive atmosphere and culture by positively communicating with dogs, dog parents, store partners and your community
  • Provide quick and courteous service to all Petco customers by determining their needs and sharing product knowledge to suggest the appropriate merchandise to satisfy them, and by effectively employing suggestive selling techniques to increase individual sales
  • Complete cash register transactions as well as customer carry-out service consisting of merchandise weighing up to but not exceeding 50 pounds per trip
  • Assist in the loading, unloading and stocking of merchandise according to established procedures in order to ensure that the store is well stocked and that inventory counts are accurate
  • Ensure that store animals, birds, reptiles and fish receive the highest quality care, are maintained in habitats that are clean, safe and secure and that all reasonable and required steps are taken to maintain their good health. Alert store management immediately if any animal, reptile, bird or fish is abused, in need of medical attention or other special care
  • Perform routine housekeeping tasks as required to maintain the professional image and appearance of the store, to include sweeping/mopping the floors, dusting, washing the windows, facing the merchandise on the shelves
  • Assist store management in the opening/closing of the store as needed, to include the accurate completion of required paperwork
  • Participate in the completion of quarterly and annual physical inventory counts
  • Adhere to and promote established safety and loss prevention procedures
  • CPDT-KA or Karen Prior Academy (KPA-CTP) certifications preferred
  • Must successfully complete Petco’s Positive Dog Training Instructor Program upon hiring, within established timelines
  • Possess basic computer skills with the ability to quickly research information from the Internet
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Senior Dog Trainer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Must promote the positive training philosophies of the Petco’s Positive Dog Training Program and ensure a safe dog training environment for pet parents, customers, dogs and Petco partners
  • Promote conduct and instruct all current Dog Training curricula
  • Consistently meet and exceed store’s budgeted sales
  • Committed to enhancing communication and teamwork between dog and pet parent by offering positive solutions and rewarding success
  • Interact professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all pet parents and store partners regarding Dog Training or other pet services
  • Encompass excellent listening skills and able to effectively coach in an encouraging and motivating way by delivering points efficiently and easily. Ability to influence without authority
  • Be a Dog Training related resource in the store to consistently achieve targeted goals and exhibit the ability to enlist the aid and support to accomplish common tasks
  • Cross-train store management and partners on how to promote Dog Training classes with G.U.E.S.T. + model by engaging pet parents and provide solutions to various training challenges, and the products needed to assist in solving those issues within established guidelines
  • Maintain provided class-related materials to consistently call back interested pet parents in a timely manner to promote Dog Training classes, seminars, workshops, Meet Your Trainer and/or Dog Training events sponsored by Petco
  • Maintain and utilize all Dog Trainer tools as defined in operational guidelines (such as calendars, flyers, business cards, local store marketing, build an event) with all partners as part of G.U.E.S.T.+ to drive the Dog Training business
  • Form and maintain partnerships with store management, store partners, grooming partners, 3rd party services vendors and local adoption partners and recognize Petco’s Think Adoption First philosophy
  • Be familiar with all new products and services in order to be able to engage with customers regarding new product and services features and benefits
  • High school diploma or GED is generally preferred
  • Previous experience teaching positive reinforcement Dog Training techniques in group or class settings preferred
  • Must have completed Petco’s Positive Dog Training Instructor Program and must maintain designation of Petco Positive Dog Training certified DTI
  • Consistently meet and exceed own store’s budgeted sales for the most consecutive 90 days
  • Promote, conduct and instruct all current Dog Training offerings in home store consistently for at least 6 months
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K-handler, Military Working Dog Trainer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Associates Degree in related field; 6 years’ experience in the Air Force Security Forces career field may be accepted in lieu of degree
  • Successfully graduated from the DoD K-9 handler’s course and the DoD kennel master’s course IAW AFI 31-202, section 2.3
  • Basic Graduate of the Air Force Security Forces Academy
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Dog Trainer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Conduct safe, orderly and pleasant upland field hunts and flighted mallard hunts
  • Train classy, well-behaved hunting dogs in the retriever, flushing and pointing breeds
  • Provide for care and feeding of hunting dogs, and clean and maintain dog kennels
  • Assist guests at target field through knowledge of games, guns, and shooting techniques in a courteous and helpful manner, while always stressing the importance of firearms and hunting safety
  • Keep game birds in top condition by feeding, watering, and maintaining pens in clean and repaired state
  • Control predators and pests at NILO Farms to protect dogs, birds, and guests
  • Maintain NILO Farms by keeping hunting courses well-groomed, target fields well stocked, and providing maintenance to equipment, buildings and grounds
  • Knowledge and ability to operate farm machinery and general construction equipment and tools
  • Knowledge of proper and safe use of firearms and ammunition
  • Superior organizational, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • Must be an independent self-starter who requires minimal supervision and can work effectively with all levels of management
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships with customers
  • Ensure work complies with Olin policies and professional standards
  • Perform other duties as directed by management
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
  • Individual must be able to climb stairs and ladders, walk considerable distances, work at heights, in weather elements, extreme temperatures and stand for prolonged periods
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Dog Trainer / Musher Resume Examples & Samples

  • Travel with dogs to races schedule for next year. Estimated 4-5 races in that year period
  • Feeding, watering, training, conditioning, health assessment, scooping, etc. dogs
  • Routine maintenance of kennels and equipment
  • Previous Sled Dog experience is NOT necessary
  • Previous experience and passion working with animals
  • Personal physical condition allowing the ability to lift heavy items such as food for dogs, and ability to have physical capacity to train at high intervals with dogs
  • Computer Skills: Demonstrate expertise with Microsoft products and other applicable software or applications
  • Employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time and may be required to talk and listen to employees and/customers
  • Employee is occasionally required to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms
  • Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds