Assistant and Lead Trainer

Bridget is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with majors in Psychology and Zoology so her focus was on animal behavior.  She is currently working as an Associate Research Specialist with Cotton-Top Tamarins.  She hopes to go to graduate school for a Master's Degree in Biology, Zoology, or Psychology, to further stud animal behavior.   Bridget has worked as a volunteer at the Eau Claire County Humane Society, as Kennel Staff for a local Veterinary Clinic, and as a Research Assistant in a behavior lab.  Bridget currently volunteers at the Dane County Humane Society and helps with pre-adoptable dogs on their behavior issues.  She has also volunteered with the education program at the Henry Vilas Zoo, handling exotic animals and giving presentations to elementary school students and nursing home patients.  Bridget has owned and cared for dogs, parakeets, and fish but she has found her biggest challenge with her current dog, an English Springer Spaniel mix named Kya.  Kya's challenges have taught her a lot about training and behavior while advancing her handling skills.  Her past and present animal experience continually adds to her ability to relate to and help owners in classes.  Bridget loves advancing her knowledge of dog and animal behavior through her work with Teacher’s Pet - and of course loves the animal contact in classes!

You can contact Bridget at: bridget@teacherspettraining.com