Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Timeline
Manager

Tracy Gardella

Saginaw

Summary

Dog handling professional with proven success at Woodland Pet Resort, excelling in team leadership and client relationship building. Developed customized training programs, enhancing client satisfaction and retention. Skilled in staff training and effective communication, fostering a safe and engaging environment for dogs and their owners.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Dog Trainer

Woodland Pet Resort
10.2019 - Current

I put together our training department

Conducted 1-on-1 private training session, obedience sessions, and behavior modification programs. Assisted with the development of training curriculum and materials. Provided exceptional customer service and support to clients.

  • Designed and implemented customized training plans for dogs, targeting specific behavioral issues.
  • Demonstrated effective communication and teaching skills to educate owners on proper training techniques.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, resulting in a high rate of client satisfaction and repeat business.

Manager

Woodland Pet Resort
10.2019 - Current

Manage our day camp department

Evaluate new dogs to ensure they are compatible for our day camp, supervised our large day camp play group of 30 dogs, trained staff on safe dog handling and how to read a dogs body language, clean kennels and play yards.

Manager

Estee Lauder
05.2015 - 09.2019
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.

Supervisor

Starbucks
04.2009 - 04.2019
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

GED -

Pierson High School
Sag Harbor, NY

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Client relationship building
  • Communication
  • Problem solving
  • Staff training and development

Additional Information

Volunteer at Last Hope Animal Rescue

Wantagh NY, 11793

•Walked dogs

•fed dogs

•administered medications

•trained the dogs who had behavioral concerns

•took dogs to adoption events

•trained other volunteers on safe dog handling and how to read a dogs body language

Timeline

Head Dog Trainer

Woodland Pet Resort
10.2019 - Current

Manager

Woodland Pet Resort
10.2019 - Current

Manager

Estee Lauder
05.2015 - 09.2019

Supervisor

Starbucks
04.2009 - 04.2019

GED -

Pierson High School
Tracy Gardella