Showing posts with label dog training obedience. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dog training obedience. Show all posts

Saturday, July 5, 2014

Alfie Couture Pet Accessory - Tad Belly Band - Color: Brown Giraffe, Size: Large

Alfie Couture Pet Accessory - Tad Belly Band - Color: Brown Giraffe, Size: LargeWe are so pleased with this product. We got a puppy last June and spent the Winter housetraining him. He urinated in the house once the first week we got him and was in a pet pen and thoroughly trained for 4 months. The 5th month we allowed him to roam the house at will when we were home. Three months later we had the carpets cleaned. Within two weeks, this 1-year-old dog urinated in the house 3 times. After the second time, we bought a belly band from PetSmart. The next day he urinated in the house again and the belly band went on him! The problem was that it fit like a bloomer and was hard to fasten because of the design. With him in and out of the house every hour or two, this became a hassle so we purchased this product. It is easy to put on him when he comes in and easier to take off when he goes outside to play. It's been 6 weeks and no more urinating in the house! Buy one!

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Monday, June 16, 2014

Lupine 3/4-Inch 2-Feet Traffic Lead, Wild Thing

Lupine 3/4-Inch 2-Feet Traffic Lead, Wild ThingI just received this in last night and i was allotle worried my boys would be able to destroy these during their walks since they are energetic and have a habit of taking things apart but this product seems great and the handle is comfortable. I love the look too.

Lupine is a great company! Cute leash. Dog walker asked for a short leash this does the job.

This is a lovely leash for a boxer!!

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Tuesday, May 27, 2014

NaturVet Bitter Yuck! No Chew Spray, 16 Ounce

NaturVet Bitter Yuck! No Chew Spray, 16 OunceThis has been effective for my cat, who chews anything rubber coated like wires, or plastic like the edge of my computer monitor. The down side is it is hard to spray it precisely where you want it, and if you get enough of it around you can taste it in your sinuses and it is VERY NASTY STUFF. If you happen to get it on your hands, it takes several washings to get it off. It can get on your food and utensils and once it's on your mouth you have to just wait for it to go away. It may be "water-based" as claimed on the label, but it is very difficult to wash out.

I bought this for my dog and he did not stop chewing instead he dranked it like it was water this product does not work at all

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Do not spray in air or on human skin. It is very difficult to remove odor, taste from hands, mouth, and anything you touch.

The only thing I found to remove it from my hands was "Black Jack Asphalt & Tar Remover" found at Lowes or Home Depot.

It claims to be gentle on skin and IT IS !!!! You can use it on clothes, tools, fabric, skin and hair. VOC compliant. Biodegradable, and 100% organic. I'm extremely allergic to all chemical, odors. Fortunately, I have a knowledgeable husband.

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I purchased this item for my teething teacups, let me tell you, they actually licked this crap off while I was attempting to spray the cords. This product is a JOKE... Don't waste your time ordering it or you money... I doesn't work.

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My 7 month old puppy loves the taste of this spray! Needless to say, he eats whatever I spray it on. Sorry...wouldn't order this again! Not knocking the product at all..just had to say I thought it was funny that my dog LIKES it! hahahah!

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Kyjen Dog-Agility Starter Kit

Kyjen Dog-Agility Starter KitI thought that purchasing this kit would be an inexpensive way to start training my dogs in agility. However the tunnel is too short and lightweight, the jump is a joke for anything bigger than a maltese, and the weavepoles are nothing special. The rest is silly stuff, like red nylon to creat a "pause box" and red, white and blue ribbons to let kids run their own "Agility Show."n So I really don't use the kit at all.

There is no cheap way to start training your pet for agility. But you can save money by buying PVC piping to build a variety of jumps, by sawing off the bottom of an old plastic trashcan to create a short, but sturdy tunnel, and by using a flat wooden bench to create a table or "pause box." The best way to start agility is to join a training club or class led by a knowledgeable instructor who has their own high quality equipment.

I have a 45lb, 1-year-old Australian Shepherd and I wanted to see if she would be interested in agility before I invested more time and money into it, so this set seemed perfect. I also have a 65lb lab mix who likes to join in the fun.

THE PROS:

It is compact and stores easily when not in use, unlike professional agility equipment. It is simple to set up and easy to use. It's fun my dog took to it right away and we have a great time training and running around with it. It lets us practice some basic agility commands and showed me that my dog LOVES the idea of agility. Oh, and even my 65lb lab likes to take a run through the tunnel once in awhile.

THE CONS:

Well, you get what you pay for, right? One run through the tunnel, and there are little holes from my dogs nails everywhere on it (she's 45lbs remember). The tunnel is quite short (compared to professional ones)and a very thin material, but other than the cosmetic damage from her nails, I think it will still hold up for use. None of the materials are very sturdy or strong, but I haven't had any huge fall-throughs yet in the 5-6 times we've used it. The weave poles and the tunnel are the only two things I really like to use...sure, maybe if I had kids they could use the ribbons and such, but they aren't of much use to me.

OVERALL: I'm happy with the purchase! I hoped it would be a little sturdier and challenging, but at least now I know that agility is something my dog and I can have fun doing seriously, so now we can look into purchasing/building some more intense obstacles and joining a club. If you're looking to have some fun with your dog and not being too serious, then this is perfect! If you are looking to get this because you just bought a Border Collie and you want he/she to be an agility star, then I would recommend skipping this and heading straight to a training ring.

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I have done a lot of dog training but I have never trained in agility before and was looking to teach my dogs something new. I have enjoyed using the tunnel inside during the heat of the summer to train my dogs and give them an activity to do. Once they got the idea, they really enjoyed it. I am eager to try the other equipment outside now that the temperature has cooled. This product could have gotten a higher rating but the instruction manual was terrible. The teaching methods in the training manual go against a dog's natural instinct. I would recommend buying a book or researching the proper way to train for agility than to rely on the instruction manual.

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When I took the tunnel out of the box I could see there were tears in the seams. My dogs were very happy to use the tunnel, but within the first two days of use, there was a tear in the fabric from the dogs running through. The material used is not strong rip-stop fabric, but just light-weight nylon. Nevertheless, since my budget won't accomodate the price of a well-made tunnel right now, I exchanged this kit for another. You get what you pay for.

It's winter here and the ground is frozen, so I did not try the other items.

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I bought this product to increase my 9 year old son's playtime with our 1 year mini schnauzer. They both love it. It is simple enough for him to setup and run her through it and they both enjoy it tremendously. It has strengthened their bond and increased her activity level. I highly recommend this product particularly for beginners and mature children looking to train and have fun with their pets.

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Wednesday, March 19, 2014

PetSafe Venture Series Little Dog Add-A-Dog Receiver, Part No. PDT00-11951 (Product Group: Remote Tr

PetSafe Venture Series Little Dog Add-A-Dog Receiver, Part No. PDT00-11951I have two rat terriers who are just terrible together, but perfect alone. They are going through training with a dog trainer and one of these was recommended for me. This thing works like a charm! It was a little hard to pair the add-on collar to the transmitter, but if you only have 1 dog you will be fine.

The dogs started responding immediately. They know that once the collar goes on they need to cool out. I actually use the "positive" reinforcement tone as a warning. When they hear that beep they look at me and I know I've got their attention.

The dogs know exactly what it means when they have the collar on and they don't fool around. It transmits a safe vibration, just like the one on your cell phone but it startles them into paying attention. Try it on yourself and you will see how shocking it is lol For my small dogs I have it set on 2 and it is enough. 3 is pushing it. You might get a few screeches out of them the first few times because they have NO idea what the heck is buzzing their neck and they are scared, but that wears off when they get used to it. Once they learn the system you RARELY have to use it at all. Its amazing the change you will see.

Good buy. I brought this one and the add on, and have even purchased a second system for my grandmother. She brought her feisty 8 month puppy over and he torments my more aggressive dogs. With the collar on he is calmer as well, and when you take it off he goes crazy after my dogs again. He also chews her furniture and with the collar she has more range to correct the behavior without chasing him. You will see the change. Easy to use.

Tuesday, February 25, 2014

Mendota British Slip Lead 3 eighths inch x 6 feet Salt and Pepper

Mendota British Slip Lead 3 eighths inch x 6 feet Salt and PepperI purchased this lead after borrowing my sister's slip lead to walk my previously unwalkable dog. This length (6') and diameter (3/8") lead walks our Bichon-Cocker mix without too much excess length. I wanted a leash long enough to allow for control on walks AND some leeway to allow for bathroom stops. I opted for the salt/pepper color and narrower diameter lead to differentiate between this and the additional Black British Slip Lead All in One Dog Collar and Leash I purchased for use with my Gordon Setter. The manufacturing is top notch; the leather slide is indeed sleek and stylish. But above all this slip lead gets an A+ for functionality! Easily placed high on the neck, it cinches quickly for gentle correction. A must-have for families dealing with a troublesome puppy. My 6 yr old niece gave me my first tutorial on using a slip lead (somewhat self-explanatory but try telling that to a 6 yr old) and has had great control over my dog since.

I own big strong american staffordshire terriers and after useing a slip lead I will use no other leash.....they are fantastic.......

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Sunday, January 19, 2014

Rogz Dog Lead

Rogz Fancy Dress Medium 5/8-Inch Scooter 6-ft Long Fixed Dog Lead, Zebra Paws on Blue DesignI got this leash for my girlfriend's Corgi because she (the dog, not my gf) was jealous of my dog's super styling leash. When it arrived, i showed it to her and she loved it. She immediately asked me to take her for a walk. When we were walking, all of the other dogs in the neighborhood came by to check out her new leash. She pranced around proudly while that irritating boxer down the street looked on jealously. Now, even my dog is bitterly eyeing his step-sister's leash and plotting little tricks on how to make me accidentally put this one on him instead. If you need a dog leash, just buy this one. It's the right length for the little Corgi, or my 55 pound mutt. It's not too thick, not too thin. It's sturdy and tough. *AND* it has bones on it. Why wouldn't you buy it?

This is a well made lead with a nice padded feel on the side with the dog bone design. It cost less then buying a lead from the chain pet stores but has all of the quality I expect. The leash is very strong and my use is to walk my male doberman on casual walks.

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I've owned this lead for nearly 5 months (I know, I'm slow to post my review) but I can say with confidence that it holds up very well to wear and tear. My dog tends to pull pretty hard so, generally, leashes that have more give are more comfortable for me to walk her (such as leads with a bungee core or the ones with a spool that feed out more line). I say that as an FYI as you're making a decision on what type of lead to buy based on your dog and it's certainly not a knock on this product at all.

I would recommend this for anyone buying a lead for a dog that does well with fixed-length leads.

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Got this leash because it was cheap. It's just the right length and doesn't bother my GSD puppy who would constantly bite on the (heavier) leash I got from petsmart.

This leash looks nice and is lightweight BUT The entire leash is fraying (threads coming loose) -didn't have high expectations considering how cheap it was/is but it's falling apart wayy too quickly (under 2 weeks)... so I'd recommend you get something else a little bit more expensive and save yourself the hassle.

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This came in promptly and was wonderful for my malt-a-poo puppy. It is a very neat pattern and the pink looks so pretty with her brown fur. Much better than the collar and harness in this same pattern and brand that I got for her. Yes, I would order this product again. Very pleased with this choice.

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Tuesday, December 31, 2013

ATC New 3 Electric Dog and Pet Fence Training Fencing System Shock In-ground Harmless Wide Range

ATC New 3 Electric Dog and Pet Fence Training Fencing System Shock In-ground Harmless Wide RangeWorks well, great price. Collars not very sturdy, included wire too small guage. but good value for what you get, priced similar/same units for $100 w/ only one collar in stores. would be great for small dogs. My Pit-bulls ravish the collars. buy larger guage wire.

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Tuesday, December 17, 2013

DOGTEK NoBark Pulse Bark Control Collar

DOGTEK NoBark Pulse Bark Control CollarI have two shih poos that are sisters. One has a yappy bark and barks at every noise. I bought this collar for her and it is working great. All I have to do now is pick it up or threaten her with it and she will be quiet. I like that it does not shock her like the collars she has had before and love the rechargable battery. The others worked really well but the batteries were always dying and it is hard to find replacements. This one comes with a charger

I have a 4 pounds maltese Pomeranian mix, and she barks when we are not home... or more like shrieks.

I did the test to see if the collar works and it beeped and lit up the bulb, but when i put it on my little dog, it does not correct when she barks. I even shaved the throat area so that the prongs touch her skin, but still no luck. Maybe her barking is too high pitched? Either way, I am pretty disappointed, and am still looking for something that will work. I borrowed a spray collar from a friend and I I think the spray citronella collar works a little better, but I am having difficulty finding something for a small dog under 5lbs, as the spray box is bulky.

Bottom line, if you have a small dog under 5 pounds or so, this may not be the collar to use. The mechanism is quite bulky and it may not be capable of recognizing sounds from a small dog??

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The Dogtek Bark Collar we received from Amazon was missing most of its parts.

Upon reading the directions to try to activate the collar, we realized we were missing:

1 Neon test lamp

1 Magnetic key

1 Adjustment screwdriver

1 Pair of long studs*

1 Pair of short studs*

*The collar came with one set of studs installed so we are not sure if they are long or short

We really want to use the collar to change our dog's barking habits. We are 100% sure the parts were not in the package when we received it. How can we get the missing parts?

Thank you.

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This collars works great, I have 3 dogs and I talk from experience. I will not recommend it to smaller dogs but definitly for a medium or large size dog. It is very efective. Dogs stopped barking after few minutes of using it.

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I installed the long prongs and set this device on the most sensitive setting, but this collar does not activate when my dog barks! It just went off once, and the charge did not stop my dog from barking!

I am VERY disappointed with this product... wasted $90...

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Monday, November 18, 2013

Red Dingo Dog Lead, Large, Yellow

Red Dingo Dog Lead, Large, YellowThe wrist loop is very comfortable. It is well made and should last us a while. And, the yellow collar we bought to match looks great on our big black dog!

I have a 100lbs German Shepherd dog and purchased this leash (along with matching collar and harness) and I am pretty happy with it, it is beautiful yellow color, somewhat soft yet very strong material; looks like it's impossible to break. The padding at the end of the leash is very comfortable on my hands. Shipping was on time, overall I am satisfied, I would recommend this leash to anyone who cares for large dog(s).

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The lead is durable, colour hasn't faded and the clasp is strong, looks great too. My only suggestion is that the handle needs to be stronger as it is a large dog lead and the length is too long I know it's adjustable but when there is a 60kg dog on the end u can't adjust much.

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Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Supercollar Dog collar

Supercollar Dog collar, MediumThis is a great idea and works very well.

I like to walk my dog and let her off leash and this is very convenient.

As a bonus this actually works better than a regular leash even when attached because it retracts there is never any slack and the leash never goes under one of your dogs legs. I always hate getting the leash untangled.

I just purchased so can't speak to how well it will last. Seems well built but it does have the moving parts, springs, etc.

I don't have a wild dog but when I need him to be under control this product is an elite product. Only thing I can complain about is as he was jumping out of the car one day when we got to the park the lock was still latched and I was holding on to the strap so the lock broke right off. But otherwise I love it, we go bike riding together and if I need to let go of it it sucks itself right up and I don't have to worry about him dragging it. My dog also love the water so whenever he can he jumps right in, I wouldn't say this product is waterproof as anything can corrode over time and weather but handles moisture well so far

Ps. My dog is a 90 LB. Weimaraner

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LOVE THIS COLLAR!! We bught it for our tricky little Shiba Inu who likes to run out of the door. The collar really helps a lot when new people come over and Six tries to bolt out the door. When he does escape, this collar makes it easier to see him in the dark,to catch him, and to walk him home after we finally do catch him. It's also very handy for car trips. We don't have to dig around for the leash in the back of the car. Will probably buy a smaller one for our other dog. I would say though, if you are close to in-between sizes, then go with the smaller size. We got the Large and it was almost too big.

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The latch on the collar broke in less than a week. I got the large collar that's for dog weights up to 90 lbs. my dog is only 70. So it wasn't over tasked.

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Oops, I posted my review on the medium size by accident, oh well. Here it is again for the large, hope it's helpful to all you dog owners out there:

I can't get over this product! It's amazing that nobody thought of this already. For those of you who don't know about it, check out the supercollar website for a little more info. The video where they pull a car is incredible. I use my supercollar every single day, and my friends who have one totally agree that it's a lifesaver. Now I never worry about forgetting the leash at home, or leaving it in the trunk, etc., etc. Whenever I need control of my pup, I just reach down and the leash is ready to go. My labs love swimming at the beach, and I don;t have to worry about sand or salt getting it all gunked up like some of my flexis. Also, no disgusting smell like my other leashes and flexis (really bad when a funk gets trapped in a flexi leash!) I see they now have smalls and colors available on their facebook site, hopefully Amazon will have that soon too!! You can't beat the price on Amazon though, so I suggest you get it while you can : )

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Saturday, October 19, 2013

Canidae Dog Treats, Lamb Meal and Brown Rice Snap-Bits Bite Size Treats, 8 Ounce Bag

Canidae Dog Treats, Lamb Meal and Brown Rice Snap-Bits Bite Size Treats, 8 Ounce BagCloie my Chocolate Lab loves them, but she loves everything... they are a perfect size for training. It is a lot easier than trying to break up a large treat.

Disappointed because I thought I was getting the snap-biscuits that are pictured on this box but I got the little circle bite sized treats. Service was fast, though.

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Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Whole Life Pet Products Pure Meat All Natural Freeze Dried Cod Filet Treats, 2-Ounce

Whole Life Pet Products Pure Meat All Natural Freeze Dried Cod Filet Treats, 2-OunceTitle says it all. My cats go crazy for all of the whole life pet treats. I like that their all natural. They also brake apart nicely for sprinkling on food.

My cats love this product. They will not touch any other kind of treat, and I've tried lots of them. I am thrilled!

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Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Crazy Hearts Nylon Dog Collars Martingale

Mirage Pink & White Crazy Hearts on Black 1' Nylon Greyhound Martingale Safety Choke Training Dog Collar LargeCute and functional! I didn't measure my puppy right so I am using the collar on a different dog until she grows into it. the collar is well constructed and is perfect for training or just dogs that have thick neck and little pin heads like mine lol.

My little "escape artist" cannot get out of this martingale collar! The fact that the collar tightens down only when needed and immediately loosens is wonderful. My little girl doggy now has a cute girly collar that is functional; so she is cute, and most of all, safe when walking outdoors with me.

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Guardian Gear Reflective Pet Lead Leash - Black

Guardian Gear Nylon Reflective Dog Lead, 5/8-Inch, BlackThis leash is strong, will last years but has a reflective coating ONLY ON ONE SIDE..COME ON ..REALLY..YOU COULDN'T PUT IT ON BOTH SIDES...PS..DOG LEASHES TWIST AROUND AND AROUND WHEN YOU WALK A DOG..

I was bummed to get this and find it was reflective only on one side. :(

Other than that it's a nice leash seems very strong and sturdy.

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This one inch by 6 feet with easy snap. It holds a 100 pound dog when needed. Great and reliable to use

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This product came on time and it seems like a sturdy leash. I will update if there are any problems!

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My dog Fluffy just can't stop talking about how much she loves her new leash.....it gets dark so early now.

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Thursday, June 27, 2013

Pet Buddies PB1712 Googlie Sammie Squirrel Medium Toy

Pet Buddies PB1712 Googlie Sammie Squirrel Medium ToyI think we own 5 or 10 of these "Googlies" by now and we love them (Oh, and so does the dog!). They keep Duke entertained for hours on end because of the unique shapes and the squeaking, I think. Plus, we like them because of the neat characters! I definitely recommend checking out a Googlie or two for you and your pet!

For a larger version of this same toy, check out Pet Buddies PB1711 Googlie Stella Squirrel Large

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