Elizabeth Thomas
Urbana
Summary
Caring Dog Handler with 6 years of experience creating individual training programs to help clients manage pet behavior. Positive attitude and well-organized with strong knowledge of diverse dog breeds and temperaments. Dedicated Dog Trainer committed to helping pet owners safely and humanely control pet behavior. Driven to improve owner and pet relationships by teaching new methods for interacting. Expertly uses positive reinforcement, including clicker-training technique. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Dog Trainer
K9 Solutions Center
08.2023 - Current
- Developed customized training programs for special-needs dogs including those with physical disabilities or sensory impairments to enhance their overall quality of life.
- Maintained up-to-date industry knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and seminars to continuously refine training techniques and methods.
- Reduced instances of aggression and other behavioral modifications in client dogs through targeted desensitization exercises and consistent boundary setting.
- Conducted group classes for puppy socialization, basic obedience, and advanced skills to foster well-rounded canine companions.
Canine Behaviorist/Dog Walker
Freelance Dog Trainer
02.2020 - Current
- Improved client behavioral outcomes by implementing evidence-based interventions and strategies.
- Maintained accurate and confidential records of assigned clients.
- Educated clients on proper training techniques for all the following tools; cue words, marker words, treats, treat bags, slip leads, chain martingale collars, Herm Springer Prong Collar, ECollar Technologies ECollar (1/3 and 1/2 Mile Units) and Dogtra ECollar.
Head Dog Trainer/Dog Trainer
Off Leash K9 Training Of Dayton
02.2020 - 10.2023
- Board & Trained 1-2 Week Off Leash Program Dogs (2 at a time)
- Consulted with owners to discuss behavioral concerns and determine final goals.
- Improved client satisfaction with personalized training sessions, focusing on achieving specific behavioral goals set by pet owners.
- Enhanced dog's obedience levels by implementing customized training programs tailored to each pet's unique needs and behavior patterns.
Head Dog Trainer/Marketing and Social Media Coordinator
PetSuites Dayton
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training and group play sessions.
- Watched dogs for triggers, signs of aggression and pack behaviors to formulate possible solutions.
- Enhanced dogs' obedience levels by implementing customized training programs tailored to their specific needs using balanced training methods.
Customer Care Specialist for Hazard & Property Los
Assurant: Wells Fargo/Caliber Home Loans
03.2017 - 11.2019
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Verified accuracy of customer account information and updated when necessary.
- Took and processed a high volime of calls (30 - 60)
- Deescalated customers
Education
High School Diploma -
Graham High School
Saint Paris, OHAssociate of Applied Science - Animal Science
Miami-Jacobs Career College
Troy, OHSkills
- Private Lesson Instruction
- Patience and Empathy
- Service dog training
- Client Relationship Building
- Group Class Instruction
- Fear and Anxiety Management
- Agility Training Proficiency
- Volunteer Work: 4H Judge 2021 Dog Show
- Volunteer Work: Assurant: Wrote PowerPoint Titled – Top ACCORN Errors (2018)
- Volunteer Work: Assurant: Shoes For The Shoeless – (2018)
- Volunteer Work: FFA Exhibitor: Sheep (2009 – 2012)
- Volunteer Work: 4-H Exhibitor: Horses, Sheep, Guinea Pigs (2001 - 2012)
Certification
- CPDT-KA, Off Leash K9 Training - 2020
- Certified Agility Dog Trainer, SkyDogs - 2021
- CPDT-KSA, American Working Dog Council - 2024
Timeline
Certified Dog Trainer
K9 Solutions Center
08.2023 - Current
Head Dog Trainer/Marketing and Social Media Coordinator
PetSuites Dayton
10.2022 - 05.2023
Canine Behaviorist/Dog Walker
Freelance Dog Trainer
02.2020 - Current
Head Dog Trainer/Dog Trainer
Off Leash K9 Training Of Dayton
02.2020 - 10.2023
Customer Care Specialist for Hazard & Property Los
Assurant: Wells Fargo/Caliber Home Loans
03.2017 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Graham High School
Associate of Applied Science - Animal Science
Miami-Jacobs Career College
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