Brittany Harris
Geary,OK
Summary
Dedicated individual with demonstrated experience training animals in basic obedience and behavior management. Passionate about training law enforcement k9s in narcotics detection, tracking, and bite work. Skilled in developing strong relationships and providing animals with best care possible.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Trainer
Blue Light K9 Academy
12.2021 - Current
- Instructed owners and dogs on basic obedience commands using different techniques to match dogs' drives for reward.
- Consulted with owners to discuss behavioral concerns and determine final goals.
- Watched dogs for triggers, signs of aggression and pack behaviors to formulate possible solutions.
- Observed dogs in various settings to determine behavioral concerns and problems.
- Employed positive reinforcement with animals using "clicker-training" method, voice rewards and food rewards.
- Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training.
- Observed animals closely to understand individual needs and behaviors.
- Trained canines in narcotics detection, tracking, and bite work.
Patrol K9 Officer
Logan County Sheriffs Office
12.2012 - 12.2022
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
Education
Animal Behavior And Ethology
Animal Behavioral College
Valencia, CA09.2022
Skills
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Behavior Modification
- Private Training Sessions
- Prong Collar Training
- Obedience Training
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Narcotics detection
- Decoy bite work
- Behavior understanding
Timeline
Dog Trainer
Blue Light K9 Academy
12.2021 - Current
Patrol K9 Officer
Logan County Sheriffs Office
12.2012 - 12.2022
Animal Behavior And Ethology
Animal Behavioral College
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