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Summary

Availability: Full-time from 24th June- 8th September (other times Part-time)

Rates: Negotiable

References: Yes

Insurance: No

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Services Offered

Dog Walking

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About Me/ Company

I have always had a love and passion for animals. I have always owned animals myself with include of guinea pigs, hamsters, fish, gecko and a dog, I am also very confident handling all animals. For the past 3 years I have been helping out at a local dog training school where I have learnt a lot about dog behaviour and have experienced handling a wide variety of dogs. I also compete in Dog agility, dog showing and Junior handling which gives me lots of experience and allows me to handle a wide variety of dog types and sizes.
Owning a rescue dog with aggression towards other dogs I am experienced in handling dogs with problems, through owning a dog with dog aggression I have learnt a lot about dog body language, so I can pick up on subtle things. I have only ever trained using positive re-enforcement so you can trust me that I would hit/kick or shout at a dog, instead I believe in rewarding good behaviour so the dog learns what is wanted of it.

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Previous Experience

I have a lot of experience handling many types of dogs. Through dog agility, dog showing and junior handling I have picked up a lot of experience working with dogs. For the past 3 years I have also helped at a local dog training school where I have learnt a lot and have gained a very good reputation. On-top of helping at a dog training school here are the work experience placements I have done:
December 2010- Date - Carolyn Edwards – Stable hand
I work weekends doing a variety of duties which include;
• Pasture management
• Feed preparation • Tack cleaning

April 2nd - 5th 2012- Elm House Veterinary Centre- Volunteer
I volunteered here doing general duties around the surgery.

One day a week from 7th August- 29th August 2012- Cats Protection- Volunteer
I volunteer here cleaning the cattery and helping to settle cats into the centre.

October 30th-November 3rd- DogsBodys Grooming parlor- Volunteer
I volunteered here doing basic grooming like bathing, Nail trimming and ear cleaning/plucking etc.

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Qualifications & Training

Hylands School- Distinction in Level 1 Animal Care
Writtle College- Equine First Aid
Writtle College- Canine First Aid
Writtle College- Dog Grooming
Writtle College- Sheep Husbandry Course
Writtle College- BHS Riding and Road safety
Year 10 Award for Animal Care
Various pony club awards

In September 2013 I will also be starting a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management.

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Other Services

I am also available for small animals boarding or home visits.
(All animals would be welcome to board at my house except Cats and Dogs.)