A Pet Trainer can either work in a retail establishment or work independently for customers to impart positive reinforcement behavior modification methods to pets and to teach them obedience and mannerism. While the type of pet may vary, the duties are almost common and are listed on the Pet Trainer Resume as – consulting with clients and discussing behavioral concerns and training needs; identifying additional concerns and communicating them with the clients; teaching dogs how to obey basic commands using various techniques; ensuring that the training areas are tidy and clean; teaching clients the training methods and on how to enforce them and maintain skills and behavior; and contacting clients to schedule training appointments.
Hiring employers typically look for resumes highlighting the following skills and abilities – the capability to train various dog breeds; patience to deal with frustrated and agitated dogs, physical stamina and strength to hold and control the heavy pets; confidence, strong communication skills, passion for animals; and knowledge of various training techniques. While formal licensing or studies are not considered mandatory, many of the pet trainers pursue some kind of education, training, and certification.
Objective : As a Pet Trainer, responsible for Talking to the pet or uses other non-physical techniques (positive reinforcement) to keep the dog calm and in the trainer and customer control, and also Reporting all accidents and injuries to the Store Manager promptly.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Property Management, Customer Service.
Description :
Prepared and presented a pet training curriculum.
Organized and appropriately filed enrollment forms.
Took and returned phone calls.
Created and managed own training schedule.
Familiar with various types of spreadsheets.
Solved issues that customers have with their pets.
Assisted the managers with their daily duties.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Pet Trainer Resume
Objective : Pet Trainer with 2 years of experience in Completing and maintained customer and company forms, Properly and completely filling out required obedience training forms as applies to the program.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Creative SKills.
Description :
Responsible for the sale of pet training classes.
Managed department, including calling and screening new applicants.
Made sure the work area and trainer's paperwork and books were to corporate standards via the D.O.G.
Created and posted the calendar for each month showing the classes that were available.
Interacted with pet parents not only teaching them how to train their dogs but also answer questions and try to solve their problems.
Kept records of students' attendance, notes for every student, typed homework, and care sheets.
Corrected major habits and temperaments such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), anxiety, and early signs of aggression.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Pet Trainer Resume
Objective : Pet Trainer with 3 years of experience in Observing all safety rules and procedures and adheres to safety standards, and also Adhering to cleanliness standards, including sweeping, vacuuming, cleaning of the area(s) the customers and their pets are trained.
Skills : Monitoring Skills, Animal Care, Communication.
Description :
Kept clean and accurate records on animal behavior, food intake, and medications.
Retained customers by calling and sending reminder cards for appointments.
Advised owners regarding animal care and supplementary training at home.
Updated client records and added appointments to the company calendar.
Evaluated animals to determine their temperaments, abilities, and aptitude for training.
Followed specific level training while giving individual time to pet parents.
Met sale requirements weekly.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
High School Diploma
Pet Trainer Resume
Summary : Passionate and motivated, professional Pet Trainer with a wide-range of knowledge, experience and demonstrates successful results in various training methods. Focusing on practical means combining the dog and person in the training process.
Skills : Personal Training, Employee Training, Communication, Performance Improvement, Interpersonal, Customer Service, Fast Learner, Leadership.
Description :
Employed positive reinforcement with animals, including using the clicker-training method.
Advised owners regarding animal care and supplementary training at home.
Maintained accurate and detailed logs and inventories of animals, food, and equipment.
Sold and instructed group dog, training classes.
Delivered world-class customer satisfaction.
Created a positive, professional, and trusting environment for all valued associates and the customers and pets served.
Answered phone and schedules obedience classes. Be present in the store and available to discuss our obedience program to all customers.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
BS
Pet Trainer Resume
Summary : Seeking a Pet Trainer position, responsible for Teaching classes to a variety of dog breeds, sizes, and ages, Leading each class with an emphasis on the safety and comfort for pets and pet parents, Showing patience to pet parents when training their very excited puppy.
Taught pet parents how to train their pets to be socially acceptable in society.
Built pet trainer/pet parent bonds by understanding their individual needs.
Prepared monthly training schedules and events.
Responsible for training binder's upkeep.
Filled in as Cashier and/or Pet Care Associate when needed.
Maintained customer care via telephone or facetoface.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
G.E.D
Pet Trainer Resume
Objective : Pet Trainer with 5 years of experience in delivering world-class customer satisfaction, Creating a positive, professional and trusting environment for all valued associates and the customers and pets served, and also Following the Petsense obedience training procedures as outlined in the Petsensibility Obedience training documents and videos.
Skills : Animal Care, Training Skills, Creative Skills.
Description :
Explained the benefits of training classes to new or seasoned pet owners.
Enrolled students into training classes.
Trained and served as a peer coach for new sales associates.
Made sure all information was filled out and filed correctly for every student enrolled.
Responsible for checking everything was up to the P&P code for DOG walks by the district manager.
Weekly met with managers discussing the current week's financial goals.
Recognized associate's successes with selling.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BA
Pet Trainer Resume
Headline : Pet Trainer with 6 years of experience in Answering phone and schedules obedience classes, present in the store and available to discuss our obedience program to all customers, Advising obedience customers in the purchase of product appropriate and necessary to attend obedience class and at-home positive reinforcement training.
Created a positive, professional, and trusting environment for all valued associates and the customers and pets served.
Answered phone and schedules obedience classes.
Advised obedience customers in the purchase of products appropriate and necessary to attend obedience class and at-home positive reinforcement training.
Followed the Petsense obedience training procedures as outlined in the Petsensibility Obedience training documents and videos.
Trained the customer and their dogs with patience, consistency, and sensitivity to the customers needs and the role they play in training their dog.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Junior
Education
High School Diploma
Pet Trainer Resume
Objective : Highly skilled Pet Trainer, responsible for Training the customer and their dogs with patience, consistency, and sensitivity to the customer's needs and the role they play in training their dog, Adhering to customer-specific needs and desires in training their dog.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Data Entry, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Research, Training, Team Building, Teaching.
Description :
Helped customers and answered questions.
Taught training classes two days a week.
Responsible for marketing and selling online classes.
Graduated with many students and had a ton of successful dogs pass through my classes.
Used Public speaking, sales, problem-solving, continued research, and customer service.
Provided care to pets in the store, be a resource to customers by inform customers about properly handling Pets, maintain habitats, and heal sick animals.
Adhered to customer-specific needs and desires in training their dog.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Pet Trainer Resume
Objective : Pet Trainer with 7 years of experience in Talking to a pet or uses other non-physical techniques to keep the pet calm and in the trainer and customer control, Reporting all accidents and injuries to the Store Manager promptly.
Ensured customer traffic flow by creating an effective schedule of 10-15 monthly classes.
Educated store team on changing policies, new services, and helpful products.
Worked with the team to meet changing store and department sales goals.
Effectively organized, communicated, and lead customers and their dogs in learning basic training skills.
Completed PetSmart's dog trainer program.
Assisted customers proactively in finding the products or services they needed and compassionately resolved any issues or complaints.
Built better communication skills with dog and owner.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma
Pet Trainer Resume
Summary : Pet Trainer with 8 years of experience in Completing and maintains customer and company forms, Properly and completely filling out required obedience training forms as applies to the program observing all safety rules and procedures, and adheres to safety standards.
Skills : MS Office, Leadership, COmmunication.
Description :
Enrolled clients to take part in training classes.
Maintained client records and information.
Contacted clients and resolving any issues that arise in the training process.
Provided a safe environment for clients and their pets.
Communicated training techniques in a clear and efficient way.
Used Leadership skills, communication, and the ability to explain my thoughts thoroughly and effectively.
Responsible for selling my pet training classes to maintain the sales goals projected by the company.
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