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Two Thumbs and Four Dew Claws Up for Terry’s Family Dog Training Classes. Jeanne, Gracie & Georgie It (Snake Avoidance Training) was basically 5 parts. Sincerely, Lloyd. Fort Collins, CO Thank goodness for Terry Jester! We took our 3 year old neutered male aussie/blueheeler mix dog Jazper to our vet for a checkup to determine if there was a medical reason why this normally mellow, loving dog had suddenly begun growling when petted. I mean a scary sounding, “Eyes dilated - Teeth barred – Don’t touch me” kind of growl. After witnessing the growl, and observing no associated medical problems, our vet recommended we go see Animal Behaviorist Terry Jester. I didn’t initially understand how this could help. After all, our dogs seemed good, except for the growling thing. I thought I understood dogs, having successfully been to obedience training with our first dog 16 years ago, plus I have read numerous dog training books…even the one by that Ceasar guy. Nonetheless, I called Terry. She promptly returned the voicemail, and we set a date to meet. Terry greeted us as we drove into the yard of her ranch. To our surprise, Terry did not want to see a demonstration of the growling behavior, but instead, she wanted to see me take Jazper for a walkabout. I clipped the flexi-leash onto his collar, and my husband did the same for our 5 year old female dog Tess (an older sibling of Jazper). Both dogs then bolted like a rocket out the back of the SUV, pulling us this way and that, something akin to being behind a team of spastic rookie sled-dogs. It took Terry all of about 30 seconds to diagnose the problem, although she continued to intently observe our dog/owner interaction as we explored the delights of her ranch, before ending the visit with a chat session in her office. The “technical diagnosis”, Terry patiently explained, is that Jazper was “too big for his britches”. The dog, having reached a mature age, now believes he is higher in the PACK order than either of his owners, and that his alpha older sister dog is the one in charge…NOT us. We realized long ago that Tess was dominant over Jazper, but we had no clue that Jazper had evolved to see himself as dominant over us now. Wow…what a concept. Terry said she believed there was hope, and it came in the form of her 6 wk “Family Dog Training” class**,” where owners would re-establish a healthy pack order for us and the dogs. (**It’s really dog OWNER training class). Well, we listened to the wise, insightful Terry, and practiced her gentle teachings. The positive changes in the dogs happened rapidly, almost magically, and the horrible growling behavior ceased. Each dog training class taught a new beneficial command, and built upon the previous week’s lesson. For the first time ever, our dogs can pleasantly go on walks with us, loose leash and all. They no longer unsafely bolt through doorways or up staircases ahead of us. No more leaping uninvited out of the SUV. Both dogs seem much happier, and the value of what Terry has taught us all is priceless. We are appreciative of our vet for referring us, and every day we say “Thank goodness for Terry Jester ! ! ” Sincerely, Julie and Jazper Fort Collins, CO Hi, Terry - I wrote the testimonial below for you to use on your web site. You can quote me - or maybe, rather, us (me AND Powie). This class was so valuable that I would take it over and over, every week of the year, if Terry offered it. She recognized the potential in my “challenging” dog, accepted us into Level Three obedience, and helped us to fulfill his potential. Terry’s class is a critical factor in accomplishing our dream of being a Therapy Dog team. I’m so grateful to Terry that I don’t know how to express it. Glenn and Powie Our family met Terry about four years ago when we had a dog and human aggressive dog. Terry came to our house and quickly (and correctly) determined that we really needed some help! After working with us for about an hour, we had regained some control of our pet. We were amazed as we had already taken four training courses with other dog trainers with no success. We immediately enrolled in the level one course where Terry welcomed us and our problematic pooch without exception. She safely and effectively challenged our preconceived notions and allowed us to understand our dog and ourselves better. By the end of the subsequent training course (level two), we had a dog who looked to us BEFORE making a decision to aggress and who had truly become a part of our family. Sadly, we only had a short time with him, as we lost him early to cancer. Because of the consistency that we have learned from Terry in her classes, we have a dog that can go with us anywhere safely and join us in any activity we are participating in! Melissa, Kyle, and Addie, Fort Collins, CO
When my two, formerly-loving cats started fighting after a trip to the vet, I was at my wit’s end. I contacted Terry and she knew immediately what to do. Within 24 hours, the cats were comfortable enough to be left alone together. Terry really knows what’s going on with the animals and I highly recommend her. I will call her first for any problem. Alesa , Fort Collins, CO
Hi Terry, Tucker and I just finished the Delta evaluation today and we passed for predictable environments. I'm so excited! We could not have done it without you. Your guidance and encouragement were catalysts to our success. Thank you so very much. Tucker and I visited the Rehab and Nursing Center on Thursday. We had a message on our answering machine from April when we got home wanting to schedule regular visits. Take care and thank you so much for all of your encouraging words, training tips and guidance along our journey. It has been an enriching experience for both of us. One other thing I wanted to share with you that I'm sure will not be new to
you...the bond Tucker and I have now is so much stronger since we did the
training with you. I can't even begin to tell you the changes that have
occurred. Thank you for that as well. Regards, Marcia and Tucker
Just wanted to let everyone know that Gracie and I tested today for her pet therapy dog certificate and she PASSED!!!!!! Yippee Skippy. She did very well and I am really proud of her. She received (2’s) on everything which is the highest marks and tested as complex which means she can go in to any environment and be fine. We had tested back in August and Gracie did well on everything but the "neutral" dog. I had put her in a sit stay and she broke and crossed my midline to lick the other dog on the nose when she was supposed to have stayed and ignored the other dog. But it was really more my fault than hers. Anyway, this time when the neutral dog came out, I put her in a down stay and then told her to "leave it" (boy Terry is that a handy command) and then greeted the other handler and went about our business. But you know none of this would have been possible with out your help and guidance She never moved. She did very well and so now we are on our way to McDonalds to celebrate her victory with Zach and Sallie too. Thank you again,
Steph and Gracie Mae, Fort Collins, CO.
Hi Terry, I follow your articles in the paper. Lots of good advice. But have been wanting to thank you for when Skipper and I attended your class last fall. We even missed two of them but did want to let you know that you made a difference for both of us. We will never be "show" material but we both have a different attitude. I was mostly chair bound for Jan., Feb., and March and Skipper was my best buddy for sure. He was most sympathetic when I was reduced to tears on several occasions. Loose leash walking is still not his best thing but he can do it if he has to!! But must admit I let him smell his special spots on our usual walk sites. Just got back from a week in the country with lots of bull head stickers, chickens, geese, and ducks running loose and a new baby kitten and puppy that he was a gentleman with. He sure slept well on the 50 miles drive home, he was worn out as I was too. Cooking, cleaning and taking care of milking supplies and two lively grand kids was fun but good to get home too. I know you made a difference for both of us. Thanks again Terry. Jean, Fort Collins. |

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