After having lost our 13 year old black lab, Pudgie, our family knew that having a 4 legged "person" in our home was needed to feel complete again. We had decided this time that we would adopt from a shelter and happily found Gracie from the Lab Rescue. On first sight, we knew she was the one and after 2 families followed us around wanting her in case we changed our minds, we KNEW she had to come home with us! And happily and energetically she did! But not before escaping from the car and running loose through the neighborhood upon arrival. The adjustment was "trying" at first. She was named Gypsy when we got her and soon understood why. She loved to escape! We tried the clicker version of training in a class, we had an individual come to us and teach us "time out" but nothing really worked until I met Tecla. She has been incredible (both Tecla and Gracie!). Tecla approached our energetic, strong willed Gracie with loving discipline. We had sessions that really helped me understand the mind of a dog and then we were able to handle Gracie much, much better. Tecla has been a life saver for our home and since I enjoy entertaining, Gracie had become a challenge. She jumped on people at the door, ate hors d'oeuvres off the coffee table, stole a chicken leg from the counter, and basically did
all of the rascally things you could imagine, NO MORE! Gracie has happily found a way to be part of the party and still get the attention she craves. Even more so!! Now that she behaves and listens, she is a pure delight. You will never regret having someone like Tecla help you
take control of your life and consequently make all of the family's life more fun and enjoyable with a furry friend who listens,respects and loves you. My thanks to Angel K-9 for flying my way!!!!!
--- DL

TECLA IS THE DOG WHISPERER.........After 3 weeks with Tecla, a remarkable transformation took place..... my 18 month old PBGV, Cooper listened to me!! Tecla taught Cooper and proceeded to teach me!! The end result.... a happy, obedient, social puppy; and a very contented owner. To top things off, when Cooper and I run into some behavior issues, Tecla has been there for me with advise and support!
Thank you Angel K-9!!
- Judy

Tecla,

I wanted to send you a note on how positive our experience was with the boot camp for Mulligan. It has really brought out the best in him, and our relationship. I mean, you know Mulligan and I absolutely love each other, but wow, the boot camp helped solidify how we communicate with each other. When I first came to pick him up after three weeks I wasn't completely sure what to expect. What I learned is that Mulligan completely gets "it", and I really needed your help in getting "it" out of him. The benefits are priceless and in no way would this have happened without the foundation you provided in working with him. The boot camp allowed him to be in a training environment 24hrs a day with someone I completely trusted.

Everyone won here. When we call him, he comes as if that's the greatest thing he could do. It's an all out sprint! It's no longer me chasing him to retrieve something he's taken, or chase him if he's off the leash. He hangs out with me and now we can play outside without fear that he's going to take off after a scent, or something that could present a dangerous situation. The "with me" and "come" have parlayed into great games of fetch and just playing in the backyard. Not that we had a problem child on our hands, but now I feel like I really do have the greatest dog in entire world and I want to thank you for playing such a large role in that. Thank you!

- Dave