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Get to Know Me
Hi, I'm Kelsey. I’m a lifelong dog lover, turned professional trainer, and the founder of Refined Canine Academy in Dallas, TX. I specialize in balanced training that’s tailored to your dog’s needs and your personal goals; whether that means mastering the basics, resolving behavior issues, or preparing your dog for advanced work.
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After years of working in different fields, I decided to turn my passion into a career. Now, I help people transform their relationships with their dogs in a way that feels empowering, rewarding, and real.
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Outside of pet training, I submerse myself in the world of working dogs with my Belgian Malinois, Rip. As an AWDA Certified Explosive Detection Handler and K9, we continue to train weekly alongside professional K9 units, giving me firsthand insight into advanced training methods, canine behavior, and drive development. We also train in dock diving and protection sports in which we have earned our PSA PDC. These experiences continuously challenge me as a handler, while keeping me surrounded by other skilled trainers and immersed in ongoing learning.
