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Susan Chisholm

Cow Bay,NS

Summary

Caring Dog Handler with ten years of experience creating individual training programs to help clients manage pet behavior. Positive attitude and well-organized with strong knowledge of diverse dog breeds and temperaments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Stock Supervisor

Mountain Warehouse
08.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock audits and updating records accordingly.
  • Streamlined warehouse operations for increased efficiency by implementing effective organizational systems.
  • Reduced stock discrepancies with meticulous record-keeping and timely communication with cross-functional teams.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, responding promptly to inquiries regarding product availability or order status.

Dog Trainer/owner

Bowser's Buddies Dog Training Services
02.2020 - Current
  • Founded and managed own dog training and behaviour consulting business.
  • Growing Revenue to 1500/year.
  • Enhanced dogs'' obedience levels by implementing customized training programs tailored to their specific needs.
  • Conduct life-skill classes for puppy and adolescent dogs
  • Manage ten private dog clients per week
  • Reduced dog behavioral issues through consistent application of positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Conducted informative workshops for pet owners, promoting responsible dog ownership and effective communication methods.
  • Collaborated with fellow trainers to develop new strategies and approaches, resulting in improved client satisfaction rates.
  • Assisted local animal shelters by providing training sessions for rescued dogs, increasing their chances of successful adoption.
  • Developed individualized plans for addressing aggression issues, improving safety within clients'' homes and communities.
  • Evaluated dogs'' progress during training sessions, adjusting techniques according to unique temperaments and learning styles.
  • Consulted with veterinarians for appropriate behavior modification plans involving medical or psychological concerns among dogs under my care.
  • Implemented puppy socialization classes that promoted early development of essential social skills and appropriate interaction with other dogs and humans.
  • Conducted in-home visits to assess potential environmental factors contributing to dog behavioral issues, providing tailored recommendations for improvement.

Behaviour Counsellor

Calgary Humane Society
06.2015 - 04.2024
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Managed incoming inquires of behaviour concerns with the public.
  • Performed dog assessments, input data of all behaviour records including behaviour assessments and behaviour observations, and adoption classification notes via internal program.
  • .Communicated with partner agencies regarding behaviour concerns or medical concerns (established by the Veterinarian) to determine possible transfer.
  • Assisted intake team and animal health care team with dangerous dogs.
  • Facilitated adoptions and demonstrated training and techniques to assist adopters with continuing training practices.
  • Assisted with transfers to other shelters.
  • Collaborated to with volunteers and staff to implement safe handling for dogs and training plans.
  • Instructed Reactive Dog Classes
  • Instructed Basic Manners Classes
  • Instructed Puppy Classes

Stock Room Associate

Under Armour
09.2019 - 08.2023
  • Enhanced stock room efficiency by implementing a streamlined inventory management system.
  • Led a team of stock room associates, providing training and guidance on best practices for handling merchandise and maintaining cleanliness standards.
  • Ensured smooth flow of operations with effective communication between the stock room and sales floor teams regarding item availability or potential delays.
  • Collaborated with sales team to ensure adequate supply levels for promotions and seasonal demand fluctuations.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lord Beaverbrook High School
Calgary, AB
06.1991

Skills

Warehouse Operations

  • Demand Forecasting
  • Stock Replenishment
  • Quality Assurance
  • Customer Service

Certification

  • Really Relaxation Protocol- Suzanne Clothier 2022
  • Who Controls the Training Session- Karolina Westlund- 2021
  • Control Pole Handling- CHS -2016


  • S.A.N.E Solutions-2016


  • Safe Animal Handling- CHS -2015
  • Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) -2015
  • Effective Leash Handling Skills- CHS - 2015


  • How Animals Learn -CHS 2014



Timeline

Stock Supervisor

Mountain Warehouse
08.2023 - Current

Dog Trainer/owner

Bowser's Buddies Dog Training Services
02.2020 - Current

Stock Room Associate

Under Armour
09.2019 - 08.2023

Behaviour Counsellor

Calgary Humane Society
06.2015 - 04.2024

High School Diploma -

Lord Beaverbrook High School

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