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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
References
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Lori Melhuish

Lori Melhuish

Yorktown,Virginia

Summary

Dedicated Professional Animal Trainer with proven performance in animal care, leadership and communication. Detail oriented in problem solving and safety. Ready to make an immediate contribution to the Highland Stables Team

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Dog Behavior Consultant

The Smiling Dog, LLC
10.2004 - Current
  • CEO and Founder of The Smiling Dog, LLC
  • Dog behavior expert providing superior customer service to clients
  • Provides customized training protocols and assists clients with detailed instruction
  • Manages website, social media presence and customer service relations

Wolf Trainer

Busch Gardens
03.2004 - 10.2006
  • Provided care for ten Grey Wolves at Wolf Haven at Busch Gardens, Williamsburg
  • Maintained meticulous Class One Predator records including diet, medication, and behavior
  • Oversaw safety and maintenance of wolf habitats and landscaping and safety checks
  • Trained and cared for other zoological animals including parrots and reptiles
  • Maintained guest relations and served as communication liaison between the Wolf Haven and other park departments

Flight Attendant

US Airways
08.1996 - 02.2002
  • International Flight Attendant and German Translator for European destinations in the Transatlantic Division
  • Cabin Service Director: Responsible for cabin crew of eight flight attendants and two hundred and ten passengers
  • Provided superior customer service as well as utilized culinary skills
  • Maintained detailed pre-flight safety checks and served as liaison between pilots and flight attendants

Equine Assistant

Fox Hill Farms
05.1996 - 11.1997
  • Performed wide-ranging duties pertaining to the health and care of riding academy horses.
  • Supervised Campers and provided stimulating activities in a safe and caring environment.
  • Taught Basic Horse Care including grooming and feeding.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Fulfilled role as Riding Academy Instructor to school age campers.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts - Speech Communication And Rhetoric

THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
University Park, Pennsylvania
12.1995

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Crisis Management
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Media Training
  • Social Media Management/Marketing
  • Culinary Training
  • Conversational German

Accomplishments

  • Published in The Association of Pet Dog Trainers "Top Tips from Top Trainers
  • Developed several six week dog training courses for The Smiling Dog, LLC
  • Professional Member of The Association of Pet Dog Trainers

References

References available upon request

Languages

German

Timeline

Dog Behavior Consultant

The Smiling Dog, LLC
10.2004 - Current

Wolf Trainer

Busch Gardens
03.2004 - 10.2006

Flight Attendant

US Airways
08.1996 - 02.2002

Equine Assistant

Fox Hill Farms
05.1996 - 11.1997

Bachelor Of Arts - Speech Communication And Rhetoric

THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY

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