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10 <br /> Page 1 of 2 Ellen Pearsall <br /> Volunteer Application <br /> Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions <br /> Name: Ellen Pearsall <br /> Name Called: <br /> Home Address: 118 Priestly Creek Dr. <br /> Chapel Hill NC 27514 <br /> Phone: 919-904-0011 <br /> Email: ellen.pearsall@yahoo.com <br /> Year of OC Residence: 2011 <br /> Township of Residence: Chapel Hill <br /> Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits <br /> Gender Identity: Female <br /> Ethnic Background: White <br /> Age Range: 35-59 <br /> Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: <br /> Volunteering at OCAS since 2013 <br /> Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: <br /> None <br /> Boards/Commissions applied for: <br /> Animal Services Advisory Board <br /> Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board <br /> I've volunteered at OCAS for 12 years, mentored new volunteers in dog walking, and completed <br /> over 40 hours of formal training in dog behavior. I've also fostered mama cats and their litters, <br /> which has given me hands-on experience with both cats and dogs. These experiences reflect <br /> both my long-term commitment and the skills I can bring to the board. <br /> Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board <br /> I have a passion for animal welfare and want to help with the long-term goals of OCAS. <br /> How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? <br /> I bring the perspective of a Chapel Hill pet owner as well as a long-time OCAS volunteer, giving <br /> me a strong understanding of what is most beneficial to the shelter. <br /> Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest <br /> (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? <br /> Animal Services Hearing Panel Pool <br /> Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board <br /> I have volunteered as a dog walker at OCAS for 12 years and have also mentored new <br /> volunteers in dog handling. In addition, I have completed more than 40 hours of dog behavior <br /> training, including specialized instruction on understanding aggressive dogs. Through this work, <br /> la€TMve also gained firsthand experience managing the challenges of FAS-related behaviors, <br /> including instances of mouthiness and even two separate bite incidents. <br />