Teresa is a 32-year-old dog sitter born on March 12, 1976. She attended St. Anselm College where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Classical Languages. Teresa chose to leave her career as a high school Latin teacher to pursue her true passion which is working with dogs. Teresa now owns a pet-sitting and pet care center in Virginia. She also does behavior consulting for various rescue groups. Teresa currently lives in Fairfax, Virginia with her Border Collie named Leroy. She describes Leroy as admirable, driven and competitive.
Team Teresa and Leroy is one Greatest American Dog, a reality show on CBS searching for the most talented dog in the country. The winner of the series will take home $250,000.
STATS ON LEROY:
Age: 5 years old
Breed: Border Collie
Weight: 40 pounds
Color markings: Tri-color
Favorite toy: Frisbee
Favorite food: Fancy pastries from organic doggie kitchen
Best tricks: Setting the dinner table with his own kitchenette set