Faith Flores
Napa
Summary
Professional animal care specialist with extensive experience in canine breeding and husbandry. Strong focus on genetic health, breed standards, and optimal care practices. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Proven track record in managing breeding programs, ensuring high-quality outcomes, and maintaining rigorous standards.
Experienced with canine behavior modification and training methodologies. Utilizing positive reinforcement and consistent techniques to achieve desired results. Strong understanding of breed-specific behaviors and client communication. My strong communication and collaboration skills make me an effective leader with the ability to resolve situations effectively and promote better outcomes going forward.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Therapist
Burnett Therapeutic Services
03.2024 - Current
- Established trusting relationships with clients, providing a foundation for successful behavioral change.
- Administered therapy and applied behavioral analysis techniques in school, home and community to facilitate client treatment plan.
- Developed, managed and oversaw progress reports and treatment plan to document client progress and milestones.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized therapy plans and interventions.
- Documented client behavior and interventions attempted and collected and reported data using approved format, methods and forms.
- Developed tools to help client acquire new skills and work towards goals of building communication and social interactions.
- Collaborated with treatment team to determine obstacles to success, assess client needs and develop treatment plan.
- Implemented educational programming by teaching self-help, communication and personal care skills.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform adjustments to treatment plans, maximizing client outcomes.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, ensuring accurate reporting to supervisors and insurance providers.
- Reduced maladaptive behaviors through systematic desensitization techniques tailored to each client''s unique needs.
- Facilitated social skills groups, enhancing peer interaction and communication abilities among clients.
- Motivated clients to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
Dog Breeder, Trainer, and Handler
Vineyard Pup
01.2013 - Current
- Optimized kennel operations by establishing efficient routines for feeding, grooming, exercise, and cleaning tasks
- Whelping ( Birthing) puppies and assisting Dams during the labor process
- Contributed to community awareness about responsible dog ownership by participating in local events and educational programs.
- Provided exceptional client service, guiding prospective owners through the adoption process to ensure successful placements.
- Ensured the well-being of breeding stock with proper veterinary care, appropriate exercise, and balanced nutrition.
- Enhanced puppy health by implementing rigorous genetic testing and selective breeding practices.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through attentive communication and follow-up support.
- Enhanced client trust by offering lifetime support for adopted dogs, including advice on training, behavior issues, healthcare decisions.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as registration paperwork processing or organizing vaccination schedules for all dogs under care.
- Established a strong reputation for quality dogs through maintaining high breeding standards.
- Implemented early socialization techniques for puppies, resulting in well-adjusted adult dogs with excellent temperament.
- Kept records of animal health, medical treatment and injections and growth progress.
- Stocked, cleaned and disinfected habitats of all animals to protect animal health and wellbeing.
- Treated minor injuries and ailments and contacted veterinarians to obtain treatment for animals with serious illnesses or injuries.
Summer Camp Leader
Lil Bits Of Faith
06.2017 - 08.2024
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Enhanced camper experience by developing and implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities.
- Managed budgets effectively to optimize resource allocation without sacrificing program quality or participant enjoyment levels.
- Teaching Kids and teens how to properly handle and care for animals safely.
- Improved camp safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Increased camper retention rates by consistently delivering high-quality programs and memorable experiences.
- Guided children on how to maintain cleanliness, be punctual, and obediently follow orders.
- Established positive relationships with campers and parents through effective communication and rapport-building efforts.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
- Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.
- Assisted with meal preparations and clean-ups to maintain clean and organized camp environment and keep campers well-fed.
Dog Trainer
Petco
03.2013 - 08.2022
- Evaluated dogs'' progress during training sessions, adjusting techniques according to unique temperaments and learning styles.
- Collaborated with fellow trainers to develop new strategies and approaches, resulting in improved client satisfaction rates.
- Observed dogs in various settings to determine behavioral concerns and problems.
- Implemented puppy socialization classes that promoted early development of essential social skills and appropriate interaction with other dogs and humans.
- Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training.
- Maintained clean training arena for group classes.
- Instructed owners and dogs on basic obedience commands using different techniques to match dogs' drives for reward.
- Consulted with owners to discuss behavioral concerns and determine final goals.
- Reduced dog behavioral issues through consistent application of positive reinforcement techniques.
- Strengthened relationships between handlers and working dogs by facilitating bonding exercises designed to build trust and mutual understanding.
- Worked individually with dogs on track for higher-level certifications in obedience and show performance.
- Imparted valuable knowledge on nutrition and exercise routines to clients, contributing to overall canine health improvement.
- Offered guidance on selecting suitable equipment such as leashes, collars, and harnesses that promote proper handling techniques while walking or training dogs.
- Watched dogs for triggers, signs of aggression and pack behaviors to formulate possible solutions.
- Conducted informative workshops for pet owners, promoting responsible dog ownership and effective communication methods.
- Instructed group classes to teach essential obedience commands, fostering well-behaved pets in various settings.
- Increased client retention by establishing trust and rapport with both dogs and their owners throughout the training process.
- Organized public demonstrations showcasing trained canines'' capabilities in obedience trials and agility competitions, raising awareness about the benefits of professional dog training services.
- Conducted in-home visits to assess potential environmental factors contributing to dog behavioral issues, providing tailored recommendations for improvement.
- Developed individualized plans for addressing aggression issues, improving safety within clients'' homes and communities.
- Enhanced dogs'' obedience levels by implementing customized training programs tailored to their specific needs.
- Elevated public safety by training service dogs for individuals with disabilities, ensuring reliable assistance in various settings.
- Enhanced dog's obedience levels by implementing customized training programs tailored to each pet's unique needs and behavior patterns.
- Trained animals to respond to specific cues from both owners and handlers.
- Modified undesirable behaviors with use of successful and safe behavior modifications techniques.
- Created innovative ways to teach animals new behaviors and tricks.
- Instructed and supervised volunteers and staff on proper animal handling procedures.
- Used skills to assist with rescuing and rehabilitating different animals.
- Observed animals during different activities to identify possible illnesses or injuries requiring care.
Manager's Assistant
Walmart
04.2008 - 02.2012
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Surpassed team goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.
- Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ04-2026
Skills
- Extensive animal care skills including but not limited to training, breeding, whelping , and managing large numbers and different types of animals and breeds
- Leadership skills
- Data collection methods
- Therapy techniques
- Client assessment
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Behavioral documentation
- Reinforcement procedures
- Self-management
- Medication administration
- Behavioral intervention
Timeline
Behavior Therapist
Burnett Therapeutic Services
03.2024 - Current
Summer Camp Leader
Lil Bits Of Faith
06.2017 - 08.2024
Dog Trainer
Petco
03.2013 - 08.2022
Dog Breeder, Trainer, and Handler
Vineyard Pup
01.2013 - Current
Manager's Assistant
Walmart
04.2008 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
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