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Teresa Howden

Dog trainer in California

https://www.pistolsrescueranch.com

Service areas:

Modesto, Ceres, Turlock, Oakdale

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Teresa Howden commenced her professional journey with Intermountain Mannered Mutts in 2017, where she offered her expertise to private clients and conducted group obedience classes. Her training methodology focuses on real-world applications, addressing scenarios such as managing encounters with loose dogs, camping with pets, and facilitating off-leash training. In 2018, Teresa broadened her scope to include the evaluation and training of rescue and shelter dogs, and she was subsequently engaged to work with shelter staff, providing essential handling techniques and training strategies tailored to the shelter environment. In her practice, Teresa integrates her personal dog, Pistol, who plays a pivotal role in assessing canine behavior, engaging with fearful dogs, and aiding in the socialization process. In 2021, she founded Pistol's Rescue Ranch, a registered 501(c)(3) dog rescue organization. Together, Teresa and Pistol have conducted evaluations at various shelters for dogs categorized as "aggressive," capturing vital video footage that demonstrates the dogs' social skills through Teresa's innovative introduction techniques. This footage is shared with rescue organizations to facilitate the dogs' transfer to rescue groups. Since the establishment of the rescue, Teresa has successfully taken in, evaluated, trained, and found homes for numerous shelter dogs that were previously on euthanasia lists.

More info about Teresa Howden's dog training:

Reactive dog training, obedience, CGC, trick dog, rescue/shelter dog training, socialization, anxiety, scent work, boarding, board and train

Behavioral issue focus:

Leash reactivity, anxiety, separation anxiety

Dog training methods:

Positive reinforcement, your choice practices, evaluation, training plans with accountability and homework, hands on practice

Why I became a dog trainer:

Teresa is deeply passionate about dog training and is dedicated to helping owners cultivate the best possible relationship with their dogs. She employs a blend of humor and lightheartedness in her approach, fostering an environment that leaves clients feeling encouraged and confident in their training journey.

My favorite part of being a dog trainer:

Revitalizing hope and happiness in each dog and person she meets.

My #1 dog training tip:

Don't work with your dog if you're not in a good frame of mind or anxious.

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