Meagan Martin
Arlington
Summary
Dedicated Dog Trainer with 4 years of training experience committed to helping pet owners safely and humanely control pet behavior. Driven to improve owner and pet relationships by teaching new methods for interacting and enrichment. Expertly uses positive reinforcement, including clicker-training technique and experienced in balance training methods.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Dog Trainer
Olde Towne Pet Resort
09.2022 - Current
- Improved dog behavior by designing and implementing personalized training programs for each animal.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing clear communication, progress reports, and post-training followup.
- Enhanced dog-owner relationships through teaching effective communication and handling techniques.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to address specific behavioral issues in dogs, resulting in successful rehabilitation.
- Gained hands-on experience in using various dog training tools such as clickers, e-collars, and harnesses effectively.
Manager
Love Dogs Camp
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
- Developed social media presence and individually created a new interactive website.
- Provided dog training and handling coaching to clients.
- Contributed to a safe and welcoming environment for both dogs and their owners, maintaining a clean facility and organized equipment.
Sole Proprietor
Off-Leashed Training
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Experience identifying different sources of dogs' motivation and application in training.
- Developed strong professional relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Enhanced dogs'' obedience levels by implementing customized training programs tailored to their specific needs.
- Reduced dog behavioral issues through consistent application of positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow trainers to develop new strategies and approaches, resulting in improved client satisfaction rates.
Apprentice
Michael Nelson, Second Chance Dog Training
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Enhanced communication skills with clients, explaining progress and addressing concerns about their pets'' training.
- Assisted in the successful completion of group obedience classes, ensuring all participants met graduation requirements.
- Shadowed senior trainers for advanced behavior modification cases, learning how to address aggression, anxiety, and other complex issues.
- Improved dog training techniques by observing and assisting experience trainer during sessions.
Director
Wag'n'Walks
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Provides walking, running, hiking, and playtime for dogs boarding at Happy Tails Kennel
- Coordinating with and building a clientele
- Scheduling and handling payment for Walkers.
Volunteer
Wolf Hybrid Animal Rescue
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Trained Wolf-Dog hybrids on leash walking and other relevant commands
- Trained in wolf-dog hybrid behavior
- Main social media coordinator
- Created video and graphic content for social media pages
- Completed daily chores including cleaning, feeding, and enrichment.
Office Assistant
Happy Tails Kennel
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Customer service experience over phone, emails, and in person
- Experience in socializing dogs, with varying degrees of sociability
- Medication administration, Bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and anal expressions
- Kennel Technician experience
Apprentice
Perfectly Mannered Mutts
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Clicker training basic obedience commands with a variety of dogs chosen rescued from shelters for adopted.
Training Scholarship
Good Dogma
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Participated in puppy class basic obedience training.
Pet Care Associate
WALK SLO
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided pet care for residents of the SLO Living elderly community
- Serviced animals 3 times daily providing feeding, exercise, and medication
Resort Host
Thousand Hills Pet Resort
07.2018 - 10.2018
- Trained in canine socialization and behavior
- Prepared rooms and meals for resort guests.
Volunteer
Woods Humane Society
07.2018 - 10.2018
- Adoption Center attendant.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Earth and Soil Sciences
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA01.2020
Skills
- Canine First Aid Certified
- CCPDT-KA Certified
- Social Media Management
- Client Relationship Building
- Agility Training Proficiency
- Off-Leash Training Techniques
Timeline
Lead Dog Trainer
Olde Towne Pet Resort
09.2022 - Current
Manager
Love Dogs Camp
09.2021 - 04.2022
Sole Proprietor
Off-Leashed Training
04.2021 - 04.2022
Director
Wag'n'Walks
03.2021 - 09.2021
Apprentice
Michael Nelson, Second Chance Dog Training
01.2021 - 04.2022
Volunteer
Wolf Hybrid Animal Rescue
11.2020 - 09.2021
Training Scholarship
Good Dogma
04.2020 - 06.2020
Apprentice
Perfectly Mannered Mutts
03.2020 - 10.2020
Pet Care Associate
WALK SLO
04.2019 - 02.2020
Office Assistant
Happy Tails Kennel
01.2019 - 02.2021
Resort Host
Thousand Hills Pet Resort
07.2018 - 10.2018
Volunteer
Woods Humane Society
07.2018 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Earth and Soil Sciences
California Polytechnic State University
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