Kelli Grigg
Canine Behaviorist and Dog Trainer, Birmingham Alabama
Kelli Grigg is a 3D Dog certified canine behaviorist and dog trainer located in Birmingham, Alabama.
She graduated from the University of North Florida with a B.A. in English and a Psychology minor. A senior semester psychology course titled Animal Behavior ignited a passion for animal behavior and conservation. After gaining a Zoo Animal Technology degree from Santa Fe College, Kelli accumulated seven and a half years of zoo-keeping experience.
During this time, Kelli developed a myriad of specialized skills working with large and small exotic animals with a focus on carnivore training.
These included: African lions, Malayan tiger, Red pandas, Coyotes, Fishing Cats, Bobcat, Ocelot, and now dogs!
As a canine behavior expert, Kelli brings a rich understanding of animal cognition and behavior to the team, and is excited to use that knowledge to benefit area families and their four-legged friends.
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EDUCATION
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University of North Florida, B.A. English Literature, Psychology Minor 2012, Santa Fe College
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A.A.S. Zoo Animal Technology 2014
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
3D Dog Certified Canine Behaviorist 2021
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Canine behavior modification and training
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Anxiety disorder rehabilitation
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Skills development
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Relationship-based training
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Cognitive-behavioral consultation
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Service and therapy dog training
Birmingham Zoo – Predator Keeper II 2015-2020
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Trained all animals within the department including: African lions, Malayan tiger, Red pandas, Coyotes, Fishing Cats, Bobcat, Ocelot, and other small cat species.
TRAINING EXPERIENCE
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Voluntary x-ray of leg, Fishing cat
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Paw Presentation for nail trims, Ocelot
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Paw presentation for medical checks, Bobcat
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Hip presentation for injections, African lion
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Aspiration of cancerous mass, Malayan tiger
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Voluntary blood pressure readings, Red panda
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Voluntary application of topical flea medication, Bobcat
OTHER EXPERIENCE
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Freeport-McMoran Audubon Species Survival Center internship, New Orleans
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Assisted regional biologist in banding and translocation of Red-cockaded Woodpeckers in North Florida region, 2017
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Observation of police K-9 training, Gainesville, FL, 2013
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Behavioral observation study of Red-footed Tortoises, Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo, Gainesville, FL, 2013
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Behavioral observation study of African lions at Jacksonville Zoo, 2011
