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Name

Margaret

Position at Tucker Pup's:

Dog Trainer

Other current dog profession:

I am a member of the Behavior Team at One Tail at a Time.

Prior professional dog experience:

I have been working and volunteering for local Chicago rescues and shelters since 2014. I also worked as a Senior Trainer for a local positive reinforcement training company, and as an Animal Care Specialist at the Anti-Cruelty Society.

My pets:

Bea Arthur, a wire-haired dachshund / pitbull / poodle mix (yep) who keeps everyone on their toes

Gambit, a total mutt who spent the first 6 months of his life in a forest living with a man and a pack of 31 dogs prior to being rescued. Total potato.

Training taken:

I apprenticed under positive reinforcement trainers while working at several rescues.

Favorite breeds:

Mutts and bully breeds

Favorite activities:

Cooking, reading, exploring Chicago, and game nights!

Future career goals:

My goal is to continue training dogs and their owners. I want to help people better understand and communicate with their dogs, and to make training more accessible and mainstream.

Other interests:

History, plus recently getting into gardening and houseplants

Graduated from:

Bryn Mawr College (BA)
New York University (MA)

Did you know?

I love making pizza and experimenting with new and unique ingredient combinations.