Heather Shreve
Earlysville
Summary
Dedicated dog trainer with expertise in positive reinforcement techniques, canine behavior assessment, and client education. Adept at developing customized training plans to foster strong relationships between dogs and their owners.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Trainer
Canine Campus
Charlottesville
05.2013 - Current
- Trained dogs using positive reinforcement techniques and customized training plans.
- Instructed clients on effective communication and handling of their dogs.
- Conducted group training sessions for various skill levels and dog breeds.
- Developed strategies for teaching advanced obedience skills including heeling off leash, recall from a distance, scent work, agility courses, and tricks.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques while working with dogs in order to create an atmosphere of trust and respect between handler and pet.
- Educated clients about canine behavior and positive reinforcement training methodologies.
- Assisted owners in addressing problem behaviors such as barking, chewing, digging, jumping, and aggression.
- Taught basic commands such as sit, stay, and come to dogs of all breeds and ages.
- Conducted group classes to teach proper socialization skills to puppies and adult dogs.
- Stayed up-to-date on new developments in canine behavior research and trends in the industry through continuing education courses and professional networking opportunities.
Veterinary Assistant
Hollymead Veterinary Hospital
Charlottesville
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures in a high-volume veterinary hospital.
- Monitored animal vitals, reporting changes to veterinary staff for timely assessment.
- Educated pet owners on proper care, medications, and follow-up procedures after visits.
- Managed patient records through veterinary software, ensuring accurate tracking of treatments.
- Supported inventory management by restocking supplies and checking expiration dates regularly.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05-2013
Skills
- Positive reinforcement training
- Canine behavior assessment
- Training plan development
- Client education
- Continuous learning
- Behavior modification
- Puppy socialization techniques
- Clicker training
- Attention to detail
Certification
CPDT- KA
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Hollymead Veterinary Hospital
07.2025 - 11.2025
Dog Trainer
Canine Campus
05.2013 - Current
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Blue Ridge Community College
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Rhode Island