Animal Training & Experience

Credentials

Low Stress Handling® Silver Certification, Cattle Dog Publishing / Dr. Sophia Yin | 2020

Equine & Therapeutic Training & Experience 

Friends for Therapeutic Equine Activities — Wayne, IL

Therapeutic Equine Instructor | 1998–2000

Supported therapeutic equine classes for students with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and Deaf students.

Arabian Knights — Woodbridge, IL

Summer Camp Instructor | 1995–1997

Horsemanship and beginner flat riding.

Personal Classes in Dressage. 

Naperville Equestrian Center — Naperville, IL

Junior Instructor | 1993–1995

Horsemanship and beginner group lessons.

Personal Classes in Hunting / Jumping.

Plantation Equestrian Center — Naperville, IL

Instructor & Stable Hand | 1993–1995

Feeding, stalls, exercising horses, beginner group lessons, horsemanship, flat riding, and therapeutic equestrian class assistance.

Personal Classes in Hunting & Jumping

Other Riding Experience  

Gymhkana, Barrel Racing, Western Pleasure, Vaulting, English Pleasure, Jumping, Cavalry Classes - Cummings Farm, CT; Suburban Essex Equestrian Center and Watchung Stable, NJ 

Veterinary & Animal Care

Care Animal Clinic — Naperville, IL

Veterinary Technician | 1998–1999

Experience included autoclaving, surgery assistance, blood sample processing, dental cleanings, pharmaceutical distribution, front desk duties, and client outreach.

Naperville Humane Society — Naperville, IL

Volunteer | 2002–2003

Dog walking and facility cleaning.

Another Chance Pet Rescue — Lisle, IL

Volunteer / Event & Adoption Support | 2004–2006

Advertising, event management, animal intake, care, and placement.