Showing posts with label dog training arlington va. Show all posts
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Thursday, August 7, 2014

Lupine Designer Combo Dog Collar

Lupine 3/4-Inch Muddy Paws 10-14-Inch Martingale Combo Collar for Small to Medium DogsI got Lupine products as a last hope when my two puppies repeatedly chewed through collars, harnesses, and leashes. Since they had the replacement guarantee, even if the product is chewed by your own pet, I figured that while the product may not be made of steel like my puppies need, at least I might save some money. The products I ordered were so cute, fit well, and strong. My puppies' teeth were, as expected, stronger and I quickly was taking advantage of the guarantee. That's when I realized how wonderful the actual company is. The paper with my information did not make it into the package. After a quick email, they acknowledged having recieved it, put the replacements into the mail immediately, and gave us a recommendation for a product to treat the collars/harnesses with to prevent further chewing. They also said, if it gets chewed again, they'll gladly replace the products again. The company has been helpful, kind, and patient, and I will be buying many more products from them, and recommending them to everyone. No complaints whatsoever. Lupine is the best!

Wow. Just received the collars today. I ordered 3 altogether. One in the 1 inch size, and the other two in the smaller 3/4 inch size. They are beautiful. They lay well. Have two large D rings, one for the tags and one for the leash. This is very important, because if the tags are put on the leash D ring, it hangs funny at the choker loop, making it dangerous. I just returned 3 collars yday that lacked the second D ring.

Another thing I like about this collar, as compared to the ones I just sent back, is the size of the choker loop. The one I sent back had a huge loop, making it possible to seriously choke. This one, it seems smaller. It ends up tight on the neck, but not choking the "life out" of the poor dog :) I only needed this type of collar due to the fact my dogs (Standard Poodle, Giant Schnoodle and a Jack Russell) have smaller heads than they do necks. With a normal collar, if they back up while on lead, the collar can easily slip off. This collar fixes that problem. Awesome product, as the lifetime guarantee proves :) thank you amazon and Lupine!

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This martingale-style collar is just what I was looking for. My dog is unable to slip out of it, which is the point. I hope that as it becomes more worn and softer, it will loosen more easily. After a few weeks of daily use, it is still stiff enough that ones the dog tugs so that the collar tightens, it will not release again. The color in the photo is a bit deceiving. The collar is a bright fuchsia leaning toward pink, with plum colored flowers. If I had realized just how very PINK this was, I would have selected a different color and style.

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We have two sneaky dogs that need martingale collars for different reasons.

Sasha, 22lb, schnauzer mix she backs out of her collar if she wants to go somewhere else while she's on a walk. She can slip out of a harness so that won't work.

Rommel, 20lb, corgi mix he will chew any collar/harness he can reach. If he does get loose he is very hard to catch.

If you go to Petco or the like you can get a plain martingale collar that is an inch thick and not made for a smaller dog. Plus it has no style. These collars are stylish, they aren't one size fits all, plus they have the extra D-ring so it's just like a regular collar. I guess that's why they call it a combo collar. That is something I haven't seen with any other company.

And best of all, Lupine guarantees their collars and leashes even if they are chewed.

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The Lupine collars were highly recommended to us by the head of the Nat'l Bull Terrier Rescue. She said that they were much better than regular chokers and worked well for the stronger breeds. We bought one and were very impressed. It was comfortable for the dog but effective in pulling her back since it functions like a choke collar. We did have to manually release it a few times (as other reviewers have stated), though I wouldn't say that it was uncomfortably tight on her when it did "stick". The collars are very well made and clearly very sturdy. The design was really nice too. All told, I would buy Lupine collars again without hesitation!

Thursday, July 24, 2014

Ethical Gotta Go Door Bells Potty Trainer

Ethical Gotta Go Door Bells Potty TrainerEven if your dog "plays" you to go outside go ahead and go after they are really "done" just remove the device from the door for a couple hours worked great for my 12 pound English Toy Spaniel

It has bells that our dog rings, so that's the god part out of the way.

I must say that the combination of stuffed dog and leopard print strap is a jarring and tacky choice of materials and design, especially since a leopard is a cat. Functionally speaking this is very long. If your dog is more than 6" tall than they will probably be tempted to chew it. Also the fact that the strap doesn't come apart means if you have a sliding door you have to attach it to the wall instead of the door.

Basically if your dog is small and staying that way, your door has a knob, and you like leopard print, then look no further. If not, just move along.

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I bought this item because my little Maltese would either just start barking to go out or would hide when we were leaving because he thought we were leaving without him. I tried to teach him to ring the bell but he will look at it or sit by it when he wants to go out, so we are not quite there yet but I'm pretty sure with more practice he'll get it. Even though he has yet to get the concept of ringing the bell on his own, every time he hears the bell he comes running to me and sits since he knows he is going out for his walk. I bought the 22 inch doorbell and put it at eye level around his leashes so he gets very attentive when I even go near the area.

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I would give it 5 stars except the instructions on the label are a bit oversimplified. I recommend a Google search to find articles on how best to train a dog to ring a bell to announce it's "go time". For the pug owner who gave this product a low review, you simply haven't put the training time into your dog, no ifs or buts.

It's rewarding and entertaining to watch your dog learn it as well. Once he learns it, he'll abuse it (ring ring, I want to go PLAY outside) but over time, he'll know it's strictly for "going potty".

Worth every dollar of its price here for any owner willing to train their dog for a day or a week to get the hang of it.

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this doorknob worked right away, my chihuahua was only 2 months when she figured out how to use it. all i did was grab it from the other side of a gate, then she jumped at it and rang the bells, i would only let her out when she rang the bells, then she knew to ring the bells when she needed to go out! awesome product and affordable...

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Sunday, July 20, 2014

Loving Pets Pure Buffalo 10-Inch Backstrap Tendon Dog Treat, 10-Pack

Loving Pets Pure Buffalo 10-Inch Backstrap Tendon Dog Treat, 10-PackDog loves these. Eats them quickly and without digestive upset. They are splintery, though. Do not give and walk away. Must supervise.

Very good deal. Will last a long time before I have to buy another one for my pooch. 4 stars because I she likes beef tendons better.

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Sadly this stuff is sooooo hard it shatters when your pet tries to chew on it. Our Bernese didn't finish it, and thank goodness. I can only imagine how terrible this rock hard tendon is on a dogs digestive tract. It is seriously the consistency of very hard plastic. It breaks into shards and slivers which dogs will be inclined to eat in whole, given that they can't chew it into something smaller or more manageable. Not advisable for your pet's digestive health.

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My three dogs go crazy for theses Pure Buffalo treats! These treats give the dogs something to really chew on and they keep the dogs busy for a while.

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Our small dog likes these alot, gives lots of chewing time for healthy teeth and gums. I have recommended this to others with large dogs, which it seems is hard to find chews that aren't eaten very quickly,

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Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Ethical Jumbo 9-Inch Vinyl Training Dummy with Handle

Ethical Jumbo 9-Inch Vinyl Training Dummy with HandleOur Australian Cattle dog is 5 months old and has more energy then we know what to do with. Luckily, he loves to play fetch and this is his favorite toy. It's easy to throw and goes quite far. Unfortunately, after the second week, the squeaker stopped working. With the squeaker working, he would play with it by himself. Without it thought he will only play fetch. Minus one start for weak squeaker.

Tuesday, July 1, 2014

Alfie Couture Designer Pet Accessory - Shayne Step-in Harness and Leash Set - Color: Red, Size: S

Alfie Couture Designer Pet Accessory - Shayne Step-in Harness and Leash Set - Color: Red, Size: SThis is very well made, fits nice and is cute as a button.

Just be aware that this is a harness that you will put on for walks and take back off again. They can't wear it alone. I don't like that part, but I didn't let it effect the rating, because I should have paid more attention to the pictures on the listing.

Sophie doesn't like it either. I don't know why. She keeps acting like "something is on her". I think she feels the extra weight there and it confuses her. But again...my dog's kinda silly like that, so, again, I didn't let it effect the rating. But felt I should mention it, in case your fur baby is silly too :-)

My mommy get me this here harness and I be luvin it! I is da sweetest lil yorkie you ever seen in my lil bow tie! Dis lil gurl rocks this now tie and harness!

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Thursday, April 17, 2014

Guardian By PetSafe Spray Bark Control

Guardian By PetSafe Spray Bark ControlThis particular design was an upgrade over previous ones that I have used. I experienced the indentical issue a previous reviewer mentioned. I used it on a Basset Hound we had that barked through out the night. It was very effective as other ones we have used in the past. We are a dog daycare and boarding facility that prefers to use a more humane method for bark control when we have the ocassional dog that never quite settles down for the night. The dog we used it on should have been pretty easy on the unit. The next morning the entire thing was split along the edge and appears to be defective. I was hoping for something stronger than previous models, but this in no way met my expectations. I will be contacting the manufacturer to return.

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I bought this to replace another collar (same make and model) that had gotten damaged after about 6 months of use. The old collar still worked, but not as well as it had when brand new. The new collar I purchased broke immediately. The housing cracked and wouldn't hold the spray. I purchased another one locally and the same thing happened. I don't know why the first collar performed so well and the 2 after it didn't. Perhaps they altered the design slightly or part of the manufacturing process. Anyway, my dog got used to the spray collar after awhile and stopped responding to it. I finally had to buy a static collar, which I have found to be remarkably effective.

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the collar was made of a hard rubber. Did not fit well on dog. Other than this problem the item worked as described.

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Sunday, April 13, 2014

Darford Holistic All Natural Grain Free Turkey Recipe Mini Treats, 7-Ounce

Darford Holistic All Natural Grain Free Turkey Recipe Mini Treats, 7-OunceMy GSD would stand on her head (if she could) for one of these treats. She's learning how to "Find Papa" when he has one in his pocket to offer her upon finding him. Very happy with these treats, they arrived in good time, would order them again.

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Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Madison Collar - Small 10"-15" x 1"

Madison Collar - Small 10'-15' x 1'We love this dog collar! My wife bought it and at first I was apprehensive as I thought it might be to expensive. But it is made extremely well and my dog gets so many compliments at the dog run! I highly recommend Wonderdog's Madison Collar. Great style and great service!

Friday, August 30, 2013

PetSafe Dummy ScatMat Dog Training Mat, Medium

PetSafe Dummy ScatMat Dog Training Mat, MediumWe have used a PetSafe ScatMat for about a year to keep our dog off the back of our couch when we're not home. After purchasing a new chair, we decided to limit access to it as well. This dummy ScatMat was the perfect solution. It's far cheaper than another "real" ScatMat, but just as effective! Our dog immediately recognized the clear plastic and steers clear of the chair. ScatMats are helping us keep our furniture clean and in good shape! Don't worry the dog has his own bed. :-)

I wish I would have just purchased an extension pad instead of 2 of these. Worthless for my cat, unfortunately. She is stubborn and inquisitive, and will always try to see if the pads are on. So, this didn't work at all. She figured out, immediately, that these were fake pads (even with the real thing right next to them, and ON) and walked all over them. I had them on the dining table, and found her there, happy as a clam. So they're going to be used for litter box liners maybe, I don't know.

Now one thing I'll note is all cats are different and what didn't work for my cat might work well for another one. Mine just figures things out quickly, and these never had a chance.

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I agree with the person who said it should include a "dummy" electrical box. But even so, it still works. I have a couple of live ones and a couple of dummy ones and my yorkie doesn't know the difference and won't cross them. They are perfect in doorways with a smallish dog as she won't jump across them either. We keep her out of the laundry room this way where so she won't chew our shoes and out of the bathroom so she won't chew the toilet paper....you get the picture. It works.

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I thought I would get what is PICTURED, a dummy looking Matt that would be an empty clear box (no electronics of course) attached (or able to be attached) to this clear Matt.

Yes the plastic is very similar to my real ScatMat (that has worked great for 2 years). But the lack of the box, and the lack of wires (or even JUST an image of thin wires would do the trick on the underside of the Matt... HINT HINT HINT) would have been great.

Like most folks I KNEW this was not a functional box (at 25% of the cost) but expected the "Dummy Matt" to at least RESEMBLE the real thing...

I have no idea (just got it today) if it will fool both of my cats, but I will try! I know if it simply LOOKED like the real thing that would have done it. My real Matt has had a dead battery for a month or more and both of our cats do not go near the doorway (bedroom) it protects. That was why I knew a dummy Matt would be fine... I hate to say it but I am quite tempted to return this and get a second functional Matt and leave the battery out...

I will give it a try, but really hate that BOTH PICTURES (two sizes) linked to this dummy item show the real thing. If you look CLOSELY the thumbnail picture in your order and below the item when you look at "Frequently Bought Together" shows what you will get. A completely clear Matt with the holes cut out for the box to attach. My guess is this is the Matt "raw" before it gets the wires in the factory. If they had simply SHOWED the correct picture my expectations would have been different and I would have given this more stars...

EVEN RIGHT NOW as I look to my right it shows YET ANOTHER DIFFERENT picture of this item that IS NOT accurate. In the picture showing is the extension with the wires clearly visible as are the snaps (no box though).

Come on guys, it would cost MAYBE a dollar to include a clear plastic box with the dummy matt, and the shipping box is already plenty big enough to contain it.

Also, fire the dolt who thought this packaging and product was a good idea (hire me!). This device should get it's own manual and NOT include the manual for the real scatmat! No wonder why you guys have gotten so many bad reviews. So change the included manual (no cost) and include a clear plastic box (cost will be under $1 for the empty box). I would gladly pay $5 more for just the damn empty box and this would have been a 5 star review!

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The picture depicts the electrical box as part of the item. Not true. All you receive, essentially, is a plastic mat with hole punchouts to inset the electrical box you most likely have if you bought the ScatMat. It is not worth it. I love the scat mat, but they should include a dummy box too.

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Petstages Toss and Shake Rope Ball

Petstages Toss and Shake Rope BallMy Schnauzer likes the bells and loves ropes, so this one is a keeper! We like it! he chases it and likes to toss it himself!

I have a 27 pound, 8 month old Corgi who chews and destroys his toys. He really likes this toy. The jingle bells inside are very different from the typical sounds in his toys and is a great attention grabber. He likes the dangling ropes which are similar to a moppy toy. He'll destroy it eventually as it's not made to withstand prolonged chewing which is why it doesn't get 5 stars from me but overall it's a great dog toy.

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We gave this toy to our 11 month old English Shepherd last night and she LOVES it! She wore herself out last night running back and forth and shaking the ropes. It has a bell or bells inside for some noise which she also seems to respond to. The down side is she just chewed off one of the ropes! The rope is a soft cotton so not to difficult for any dog to chew through. If she does chew off most of the ropes we will probably just get some rope at a hardware store to tie through the hole in the middle of the ball so she can continue to carry it and shake the toy. I wish it was sturdier for the price,though. The chewed off lengths of rope could also be a hazard if a dog were to eat them so will have to keep an eye on that and toss out any loose pieces.

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