Bella Maciocha
20 Heatherglen Close, Spruce Grove,AB
Summary
Experienced in dog boarding, daycare, and training with four years of hands-on work supporting varied temperaments and behavioral requirements. Completed training under Sadie Maciocha in force-free, positive reinforcement methods, plus trick training. Advanced reactivity and behavior modification through mentorship with Liz Flaming.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Attendant
Spruce Valley Boarding
01.2026 - Current
- Managed dogs using positive reinforcement techniques
- Implemented training programs to enhance dog behavior
- Interacted with reactive animals to decrease stress levels
- Created enrichment programs to promote animal health and happiness
- Cleaned and groomed animals to maintain hygiene
- Performed nail trimming for pets to ensure comfort
- Relocated dogs between areas to facilitate care
- Guided clients in selecting appropriate pet care options
Retail Associate and Cashier
Petsmart
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently during customer checkouts
- Guided clients in selecting products and services, enhancing their shopping experience
- Restocked shelves to maintain attractive product displays, ensuring customer accessibility
- Received and unloaded stock deliveries in a timely manner
- Conducted thorough disinfecting of surfaces to maintain cleanliness
Kennel Attendant
Lady and the Tramp
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Handled dogs using force-free techniques to promote trust and positive behavior
- Training dogs
- Providing enrichment opportunities
- Advised clients on dog care and behavior to enhance pet welfare
- Transported dogs to designated areas, ensuring safety and comfort
- Working with reactive animals
Volunteer Training Assistant
Private Training
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Supervised puppy classes, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment
- Assisted instructors and managed participants during agility classes to promote effective training outcomes
- Prepared materials and facilitated activities for training classes to enhance participant engagement
Education
Dog Training, Behaviour And Emotional Wellbeing
Mentorship By Liz Flaming
Edmonton, AB10-2026
Behavioural And Force Free Foundations
Mentorship By Sadie Maciocha
Edmonton, AB10-2026
St Peter The Apostle Catholic high school
Spruce Grove, Alberta01-2025
Skills
- Dog training
- Working with reactive dogs
- Animal behavior expertise
- Animal handling expertise
- Kennel management
- Animal care
- Pet enrichment
- Enrichment planning
- Animal monitoring
- Behavior observation
- Client relations
- Pet advisory
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Time management and multitasking
- Problem solving and initiative
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Patience
- Decisiveness skills
- Group management
- Care monitoring
- Kennel maintenance
- Food preparation and service
- Inventory management and replenishment
- Animal monitoring
- Behavior observation
- Group management
- Pet advisory
Certification
- Pet First Aid - Issued by Walks 'n' Wags
Timeline
Kennel Attendant
Spruce Valley Boarding
01.2026 - Current
Retail Associate and Cashier
Petsmart
01.2025 - 12.2025
Kennel Attendant
Lady and the Tramp
07.2023 - 01.2024
Volunteer Training Assistant
Private Training
06.2022 - 09.2022
Dog Training, Behaviour And Emotional Wellbeing
Mentorship By Liz Flaming
Behavioural And Force Free Foundations
Mentorship By Sadie Maciocha
St Peter The Apostle Catholic high school