Teri Thomas

CPDT-KA

About the Author

Teri Thomas

Teri Thomas is a passionate animal enthusiast and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) with over 37 years of experience. Her lifelong connection to animals began as a veterinary technician, and she has worked with a diverse range of creatures, including leopards, lions, and pumas for the film industry, as well as rehabilitating and releasing animals at a wildlife sanctuary in Florida. For the past 20 years, Teri has shared her expertise as a dog trainer in Grand Junction, CO, after 17 years of service in Orlando, FL. She currently resides in Grand Junction with her husband of 42 years and their three dogs.

About THE BOOK

'Lessons I've Learned FROM THE DOGS I'VE loved" a STORY of how dogs have shaped my life

“Lessons I’ve Learned…” a look back at how dogs are our mirrors and provide us with learning opportunities needed at different stages of our lives.

MAIN BOOK THEMES

Unconditional Love and Loyalty

Dogs embody the true meaning of unconditional love, offering unwavering loyalty regardless of circumstances.

Resilience Through Adversity

Many of the dogs Teri has known, such as General and Snuffy Smith, have faced significant challenges and hardships.

The Healing Power of Animals

Dogs are not only companions but also sources of healing. Teri shares how her dogs were integral to her emotional well-being, offering solace during difficult times and teaching the value of presence and comfort during personal loss.