David Bolton
Wildomar
Summary
Dedicated dog handler with experience in odor detection and maintaining healthy environments for dogs. Skilled in record keeping and effective communication, ensuring safety protocols are met while training dogs and coordinating events.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Handler
Six Senth K9
Vista
03.2026 - Current
- Train dogs in odor detection
- Search rehab facilities for contraband and narcotics
- Assisted Sea World in checking luggage, strollers, wagons, and bags for prohibited items, enhancing security protocols.
- Making sure teams were trained and ready before working events
- Ensured dogs were rested and prepared for events, optimizing performance during critical tasks.
- Maintained detailed records of dog behavior and training progress to monitor development and identify areas for improvement.
- Implemented safety protocols during training sessions and interactions.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective training strategies.
kennel staff
Adlerhorst International
Jurupa valley
08.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized kennel areas to maintain a healthy environment for dogs.
- Assisted in feeding and providing fresh water for all resident dogs.
- Conducted regular health checks to identify any signs of illness or distress.
- Bathed and groomed dogs to promote hygiene and improve their appearance.
- Helped train dogs in basic obedience.
- Maintained accurate records of each dog's feeding schedules and health observations.
- Observed animals' behavior to detect signs of illness or injury.
- Coordinated pickup and unloading of imported dogs from Europe, ensuring smooth transitions to new environments.
- Facilitated selection of new K9s through decoying and providing insights on dog behavior.
- Supported instructors during detection and patrol training schools, enhancing training effectiveness.
- In charge of our board and train customer
- Would run our civilian Friday night class consisting of bite work between 8-12 dogs average
Education
High School Diploma -
Elsinore High School
Wildomar, CA06-2023
Skills
- Training dogs
- Odor detection
- Safety protocols
- Behavior assessment
- Record keeping
- Dog grooming
- Health monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Event coordination
- Problem solving
- Customer interaction
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Client service
- Good driving record
- Public speaking
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
Certification
- Agitator post certification
- Advanced agitator post certification
Timeline
Dog Handler
Six Senth K9
03.2026 - Current
kennel staff
Adlerhorst International
08.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Elsinore High School