Robert Patterson
Hanover,MD
Summary
Experienced Service Dog Trainer with the American Veterans Dog Program, skilled in positive reinforcement methods and team collaboration. Enhanced training outcomes through customized plans and effective communication, leading to improved staff retention.
Personable and dedicated with natural ability to connect with animals and people alike. Knowledge of canine behavior and positive reinforcement training techniques combined with excellent communication and observational skills. Committed to enhancing lives of individuals through well-trained service dogs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Dog Trainer
American Veterans Dog Program
12.2021 - 07.2025
- Upheld industry standards and best practices in animal welfare by maintaining an up-to-date knowledge base on relevant legislation, ethical considerations, and technological advancements.
- Streamlined evaluation process for incoming service dogs, ensuring proper placement in suitable training programs based on their temperament and abilities.
- Enhanced service dog training outcomes by implementing positive reinforcement techniques and customized training plans.
- Evaluated potential service dogs for temperament, trainability, and physical aptitude, ensuring a higher success rate of animals successfully completing the program.
- Mentored new trainers in industry best practices and effective communication with other trainers, leading to a higher retention rate of staff members.
- Increased overall efficiency of training sessions by implementing time management strategies and well-structured lesson plans.
- Organized group classes with other trainers to practice handling skills alongside newly-trained service dogs before official certification was granted.
- Collaborated with other professionals in the field to discuss emerging trends in canine behaviorism and incorporate them into existing curricula when appropriate.
- Improved satisfaction by providing consistent communication on the progress of their service dog''s training.
- Maintained detailed records of each dog''s progress, enabling better tracking of milestones and areas needing improvement.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Team collaboration
- Clicker training expertise
- Positive reinforcement methods
- Animal behavior assessment
- Record keeping
- Training program development
- Behavior modification techniques
- Group training sessions
- Training equipment proficiency
- Service dog laws understanding
- Customized training plans
- Task-specific training
- Patience and consistency
Languages
Spanish
Interests
- Gym Workouts
- Avid Reader
Timeline
Service Dog Trainer
American Veterans Dog Program
12.2021 - 07.2025
No Degree - General Studies
Morgan State University
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