Today (February 26) is exactly 2 years after one of our dogs, Shakti (Shiloh Shepherd female) experienced a life-threatening medical condition - bloat (GDV). Thankfully, she survived and 2 years later we're blessed to have our happy and completely recovered and healthy girl with us. She's enjoying life and if you did not know about her past experience and if you'd meet her, you would never guess that she was nearly in the claws of death...

Shakti continues to do her work and help other dogs. She fully assists in training and helping other dogs to become balanced. She is her "little brother" Chopper's role model and his "cool big sister". She is a faithful and loyal friend to us all.

I want to take this opportunity to remind everyone about bloat. I hope that by sharing our experience which was traumatic, but fortunately had a happy ending, it will help to prevent your beloved dog(s) from experiencing bloat.

If you're not sure what bloat is and what the big deal is - please read our article (and especially if you have a dog that's in a higher risk of bloat - deep chested and larger dogs such as Great Danes, Irish Wolfhounds, Saint Bernards, German Shepherds, Shiloh Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, etc.)

Read article: Bloat happens... - A victory story about bloat recovery

- written by Aleksandra "Lexi" Hayden

One of our brilliant students, Brodie (we actually nicknamed him Brodie the Brilliant because he's such a smart and attentive dog), a Golden Retriever male, is enjoying himself at FINE-TUNED CANINES Board and Brush up program! We're always happy to welcome back our graduate students and observe that the results of the previous teamwork between dog owners, dog and trainer are still in evidence even months after graduation from our Board and Train dog training camp. 

Brodie is a joy to have around. He remembers everything he learned here and his owners have done a fabulous job maintaining his skills. Brodie also is very pleased to be reunited with his good canine friends, Shakti and Chopper, and continues to add to his social experiences as well. 

At our Board and Brush up (and also Board and Train) dog training camp in Florida, dogs learn, play, get proper socialization and have plenty of adventures too. Here Brodie is enjoying one of his various camp type experiences with his canine friend Chopper at a state park where we took them hiking. They loved watching the kayaks too. The dogs are always ready for adventures and enjoy getting in touch with their inner Huckleberry Finns. :)

FINE-TUNED CANINES Board and Brush-up K9 Training Camp in Florida

Dog scouts: Brodie and Chopper are ready for adventure

Socialization is an ongoing process. Here dogs observe people canoeing.