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Who We Are
Passionate. Patient. Persistent.
Treasured Hounds was founded on the belief that not all pets are born equal. They each have their own unique traits and mannerisms, and therefore require their own unique and specialized training. That’s where we come in!
Whether it’s for basic manners or specialized working tasks, our trainers are focused on not only training your pet but teaching you how to effectively communicate with them. This method of training is full of fun techniques that will give you and your pet a happier life together.
Whether it’s for basic manners or specialized working tasks, our trainers are focused on not only training your pet but teaching you how to effectively communicate with them. This method of training is full of fun techniques that will give you and your pet a happier life together.
WHY CHOOSE US?
Where others may be high-volume facilities at Treasured Hounds we aim to provide the coziest home-like environment with our highly experienced medically trained staff!
MEET THE TEAM
Mrs. Valerie Cates
CVA, CPG, CCMT/SAMP, CPT, AKC CGC EVALUATOR
The SPECIALIST
Valerie was born in New York but raised in Oklahoma for the majority of her life. Her passion for animals has always been there, so as she grew she became able to volunteer and work at her local animal shelter. Valerie graduated CVTech Veterinary Assistant Certification in 2014. She has gained experience in working with various animals through animal shelters, veterinary hospitals, and various grooming salons, as well as, working as an animal control officer. Valerie strives to be knowledgeable and compassionate in every aspect of her life. She has furthered her education by flying to another state for a Small Animal Massage Program, working with AKC to become a Certified AKC CGC evaluator, and even various grooming/ creative grooming classes. Valerie has placed, received, and won awards, ribbons, and rosettes with her Miniature Poodle/ Bichon Frise, Kyoko Fuego Drakon de Sur "Abigail Mae"!
In her downtime, she loves going out with friends and family, while being accompanied by her Multipurpose Service Dog, Clove Vex. Valerie has various medical conditions that make her daily life difficult. She made the decision years ago with her physician's advice, to raise and train a service dog for her. Valerie's service dog journey started with Abigail Mae, as an allergy section / medical alert dog, as her needs changed she needed a larger dog. She found Clove a Great Pyrenees/ Anatolian Shepherd / Sarplaniac mix on a rural farm in Oklahoma. With immense support from friends, family, and the community she was able to get her. Clove's major task is being a Balance & Mobility support, although she does medical alert/ response, behavior interruptions, and more. Valerie is called the specialist because her schedule is ever-changing due to regular appointments to scheduling meetings with clients, vendors, and business associates.
Abigail Mae Cates July 2015
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Clove Vex Cates February 2020
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Suki Frias Januaray 2018
Mrs. Hannah Frias
CVA, CPG, CPT
PROFESSIONAL LEAD GROOMER & TRAINER
Hannah was born and raised in a rural town in Oklahoma. She graduated from Penn Fosters' Pet Grooming program, along with completing her many hours of hands-on training at a high-volume shop inside a Veterinary Hospital. Hannah strives to keep learning and extends her knowledge through various continuing education courses. She has been grooming in shops & on her own for 5 years, all while enjoying building a bond with all her clients. Reaching out to the community has always been important in her life,
As a dog trainer, Hannah has gained experience from growing up with her family's many dogs, working at a fast-paced veterinary hospital, through study, and an ASPCA class.
In her downtime, Hannah loves to spend time with her family, read, learn languages like Spanish, and go on adventures with her agility partner, Miniature Poodle, Suzuki Uki "Suki"!