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Capturing Behaviors: Understanding Dog Training Techniques

By Kim / June 9, 2025 /

Imagine you’re at the park with your furry friend, and they suddenly do something adorable, like sitting on command or rolling over. You want to encourage this behavior to happen again, but how do you do it? This is where the concept of capturing behaviors comes in. Capturing behaviors is a fundamental technique in dog…

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Recognizing Dog Heat Stroke Symptoms: What You Need to Know

By Kim / May 21, 2025 / Comments Off on Recognizing Dog Heat Stroke Symptoms: What You Need to Know

As summer temperatures rise, it’s crucial for dog owners to be aware of the risks of heat-related illnesses in their pets. Heat stroke is a life-threatening condition that can affect dogs, especially during hot weather. Recognizing the signs of heat stroke early is vital to taking prompt action and potentially saving your pet’s life. In…

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Giardia in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatments

By Kim / May 7, 2025 / Comments Off on Giardia in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatments

If your dog has been experiencing persistent diarrhea, weight loss, or seems generally unwell, Giardia might be the culprit. This microscopic parasite affects many dogs each year and can cause uncomfortable symptoms that impact your pet’s quality of life. Understanding what Giardia is, how it spreads, and how to treat it is essential for every…

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Dog Bloat Timeline: Symptoms, Causes, and Emergency Care

By Kim / March 11, 2025 / Comments Off on Dog Bloat Timeline: Symptoms, Causes, and Emergency Care

As a dog owner, knowing about dog bloat is key. It includes symptoms, causes, and emergency care. Dog bloat, or gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), is very dangerous and needs quick help. The timeline for dog bloat can move fast. Spotting the signs early is vital to save your dog. 1 Refined K9 Dog Training Call them…

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How to Socialize a Reactive Dog: Tips & Strategies

By Kim / February 20, 2025 / Comments Off on How to Socialize a Reactive Dog: Tips & Strategies

About 1 in 5 dogs in the United States shows reactive behavior. This is a big worry for many dog owners. If you’re having trouble socializing your reactive dog, you’re not alone. Learning to socialize a reactive dog takes patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement. These are key parts of training a reactive dog. It’s important…

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Puppy Leash Training: When to Start for Best Results

By Kim / February 14, 2025 / Comments Off on Puppy Leash Training: When to Start for Best Results

As a dog owner, you want your puppy to be well-behaved and obedient. Leash training is key to this. Knowing when to start is crucial for your puppy’s behavior and growth. The right age for leash training is a big question for many. Every dog is different, so finding the best approach is important. If…

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Puppy Socialization: Tips Before Vaccinations

By Kim / February 4, 2025 / Comments Off on Puppy Socialization: Tips Before Vaccinations

As a new puppy owner, you might wonder how to socialize your puppy before shots. Socializing a puppy is key for their growth. 1 Refined K9 Dog Training, 386-478-9584, is here to help you. You want your puppy to have the best start, including learning to socialize before shots. Knowing the value of puppy socialization…

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How Walking Can Ease Dog Arthritis Symptoms

How Walking Can Ease Dog Arthritis Symptoms

By Kim / January 29, 2025 / Comments Off on How Walking Can Ease Dog Arthritis Symptoms

Did you know that 1 in 5 dogs in the United States has arthritis? This condition can really affect their happiness. We’ll look into how walking can help dogs with arthritis. Our team has seen how exercise can greatly improve their lives. At 1 Refined K9 Dog Training, we’ve helped many dogs with arthritis by…

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When Do Golden Retrievers Calm Down? Tips for Training

By Kim / January 20, 2025 / Comments Off on When Do Golden Retrievers Calm Down? Tips for Training

Cesar Millan once said, “Exercise, discipline, and affection, in that order.” This quote is key when we talk about Golden Retrievers and their high energy. We all wonder when they calm down. The answer is in knowing their behavior and growth stages. As dog owners, we aim to give our pets the best care. This…

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Valentine’s Day Gifts for Dogs: Shower Your Furry Friend with Love

By Kim / January 10, 2025 / Comments Off on Valentine’s Day Gifts for Dogs: Shower Your Furry Friend with Love

Valentine’s Day is coming, and you want to show your dog lots of love. What’s the best way to make this day special for your furry friend? At 1 Refined K9 Dog Training, we think dogs are part of our families. They should get cute gifts on Valentine’s Day. We at 1 Refined K9 Dog…

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