INTERNSHIPS
Who you are.
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Open-minded and willing to learn
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Punctual and reliable
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Loves all breeds, sizes, and colors of dogs
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Takes direction well
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Likes a fast-paced environment
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Willing and eager to learn
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Has a good sense of humor
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Doesn't mind getting dirty and cleaning messes
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Has experience working with dogs
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Is available at least once a week on either Mondays, Thursdays, or Fridays 12:30-4:30 or Saturdays 12:30-3:30
Who we are.
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Winchester's largest force-free training facility
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R+K9 offers Day Camp and Service Dog training, group classes, behavior modification, and more!
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Our 2000+SF main training room has 3/4" foam agility flooring, is air conditioned and heated
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Our facility is home to Head of the Class Dog Training, LLC
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R+K9 owners Jill Freifeld and Connie Moss each have 10-15 years of training experience and have earned various credentials and certifications in training and behavior modification.
What you'll get.
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The opportunity to assist with our Day Camp and Service Dog training
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Work directly with Jill Freifeld and Connie Moss
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Hands-on experience handling and training different breeds and temperaments
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Learn the mechanics of positive reinforcement training techniques
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Understand how to strengthen behaviors through generalization, proofing as well as how and when to fade treats
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Learn how to handle dogs with minor behavior issues
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Learn how and why to use enrichment
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Become skilled at reading dog body language
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This is an unpaid position, but you'll gain invaluable knowledge and experience