Shelby Stiles Email & Phone Number

-Daily husbandry of ambassador birds, mammals, reptiles, and invertebrates-Maintaining records-Wild animal handling-Presenting animals informally to zoo visitors-Participate in a multi-taxa, large format, scripted animal presentations in the Zoo’s Wild Wonders Outdoor Theater, a covered, 350-seat amphitheater that features off-leash and free-flight behaviors

Oak Harbor, Washington, United States

• Manage prison training program at Monroe Correctional Complex
• Train volunteer foster home community on raising future service dogs
• Train advanced-level mobility assistance dogs for placement with clients

Oak Harbor, Washington, United States

• Cared for and trained population of future service dog puppies
• Recruited, trained, and supported a large community of foster homes
• Managed health, medical records, and breeding plans of dog population

Seattle, WA

• Facilitated Humboldt penguin feeding and ambassador animal programs
• Assisted with zoo visitors, diet preparation, cleaning, and enrichment

San Diego

• Built wildlife conservation curriculum and delivered to students
• Provided proactive customer service for a variety of guests

Topanga, CA

• Provided general animal care (Diets, cleaning, records, enrichment)
• Presented at educational outreach events with a variety of ambassador animals
• Assisted with events, facility tours, and volunteer coordination

Los Angeles, CA

• Provided dog care, training, coordination, and event planning
• Created and managed facility dog volunteer training program

Escondido, California, United States

• Intern with the animal behavior/ambassador animal team at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
• Provided general animal care (Diets, cleaning, records, enrichment)
• Performed wildlife presentations/keeper talks with a variety of ambassador animals
• Assisted with training and special events

Alpine, CA

• Provided general animal care (Diets, cleaning, records, enrichment)
• Assisted with events, facility tours, and volunteer coordination

San Diego

• Responsible for guest check in, booking requests, tours, and package promotions
• Assisted with hotel and meeting space bookings and event production
• Offered concierge services for the Greater San Diego area including guest amenities for special occasions
• Responsible for training new agents and communicating with other departments

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

Activities and Societies: Gamma Phi BetaEmphasis on human-animal interaction and animal behavior Coursework: Psychology of Animal.

Dog Trainer Professional - Certified Training Partner, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training

This comprehensive program offers an in-depth curriculum that teaches both the science and the practice of dog training in particular and.

Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Gamma Phi Beta