Monday, September 1, 2014
Darford Zero G All Natural Treats for Dogs with Lamb and Venison, 14.1-Ounce
Saturday, August 16, 2014
Mark & Chappell Train-UM for Dogs 2 Fluid-Ounce
Finally foung this product and after the puppy's meal, I squirted this on the litter and held the puppy in the litter box. After sniffing around, he used the litter box!
Since then, he has used the litter box multiple times already and I am hoping to catch him in the act more often so i can congratulate him and let him know that he is doing exactly what he is supposed to.
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
Dogmatic FreeLeash Hands-Free Leash System
Well after purchasing this and trying it out on just one of my dogs I realized that I'm not so pleased with it. The elastic stretches so much that the dog almost comes too far away from your waist.
The adjustment on the belt is not too high-tech and I had to make my own way to keep all the excess belt from dangling and being in the way.
I hate the bungee leash it comes with and ended up using one of my own personal leashes. The bungee allows too much freedom for the dog to "bounce" out and then back. It's more annoying than anything.
I may try the Buddy System and see how they compare. . . .I liked the idea of what the hands free leash offered but it broke the second time i used it and my dog only weighs 19 pounds. The clips that hold it together aren't made of strong metal and with little tension and pull it snaped at the part that connects your dog to the belt. the belt is quite comfortable and it does have pockets to hold items which is nice. for this product to truly work you have to add your own little upgrads such as putting metal clips on.
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1/6/10 Update: So only a couple days after writing this review the thing bit the dust. While jogging along at a rather slow pace I slipped and came to a complete stop and when my dog hit the end of the stretchy leash the metal plate that the swivel is attached to went flying off the belt and smacked into my dog. Like the belt buckle, the edges on this metal piece are pretty heavy/sharp and thanks to the bungy leash it hit him pretty hard. Thankfully my dog has a nice shaggy winter coat so no real harm was done, just freaked him and me out. I can no longer recommend this leash system at all. It could be incredibly dangerous if it had managed to hit him in the face/eye.I actually picked this up at a discount store for less than 10 bucks, figured I wasn't going to be losing out a whole lot if it didn't work. I ended up chopping off a couple feet of the leash because I intend to use it with a dog coupler that is about 2.5 feet long and it would have been too cumbersome. I find the belt to be more comfortable when I fit it much lower than they are showing on the box; I keep it down on my hips. The clasp for the belt is a very heavy metal one and can be a bit sharp so you want to be careful when clipping it. So far I have found the velcro that adjusts the belt to be extremely strong but I've only been using this for a few weeks. It is nice that the leash clips off in case you need some extra control and the swivel keeps you from getting completely tangled. I have been using it with my two dogs who are about 70 and 80 pounds and haven't had any problems with the belt breaking away or swivels snapping as I've read in other reviews. I probably wouldn't recommend this for someone with a very unruly large dog.
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I took my dog out for a run using the new Dogmatic Freeleash for the first time and was VERY disappointed. We didn't make it even a quarter of a mile before the front metal leash attachment completely snapped off and I had to call my dog back to me. I don't recommend this product to anyone who has a dog that will pull on the leash. Even a slightly tough tug and your dogs off and running which could really be dangerous! I don't think the claim the leash can hold a dog up to 80lbs. is true, my dog is only 54lbs. and it didn't hold up at all.The hands free leash is wonderful. I have a very exuberant mini schnauzer and my mother has a chihuahua, a mini doberman pinscher, and a miniature poodle. The hands free leash makes walking one or more dogs easy! No worries about dropping the leash and much easier to keep the dogs walking in the same direction.Sunday, June 29, 2014
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Thursday, June 19, 2014
Dogtra 1 Dog Advance Training Collar
Oh well, guess i will try a new brand....
07/07/2010 UPDATE well I returned my collar to Cabellas a couple of times now, luckily for me there is a Cabellas store near me and they will take my returns whenever for whatever reason. Looks like I will keep returning this every 6-8 months.
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I have a 5 month old German Sheperherd (Ruger) who is in constant training. I have had him since he was 2 months old. At four months I decided that Ruger needed more intense training from a different angle. I have done numerous research on K-9 training and found the professional trainers use shock collars. I was against the idea, however after seeing the result from other dog owners i decided to research the best brand. To my conclusion, Dogtra was a reputable company for durability and reliability. The Dogtra that i purchased was not the most expensive but it was not cheap either. The features that i was looking for were, rechargeable, wheather proof, durability, range, and variety of levels of shock. For the most part, the reviews on the Dogtra were all 5 stars. I found the cheapest and most reliable seller and tried my luck. After a month of training, my GSD is learning faster than ever and i get keep my voice. I figured dog trainer's cost just as much as the Dogtra. I research dog training techniques on the internet/youtube and utilize the Dogtra to train Ruger. So far, so good. I am a happy customer and i have recommended this tool to many dog owners at the dog park.Read Best Reviews of Dogtra 1 Dog Advance Training Collar Here
Purchased this to start off leash training with my German Shepherd. He also wanted to dart out of the home every time the door was open and would force his way through people to do so. One correction was issued with the Dogtra and now he sits by the door and waits for his leash and I no longer fear him running out into the streets and getting hit.I personally tried the unit on my arm before using it on my dog (I figure I should know exactly what he is going through) and honestly, setting 50 out of the 127 is more than adequate and equates to someone plucking a hair off your arm.
Probably the best investment I have made yet for my dog.
Also, compared to the other units, the battery re-charge time is amazing, 2 hours or less versus 14-16 on the lower end units, and the range is amazing for such a small unit.We love this product...It helps us to train our dog. Its easy to use. It works! She comes back to us every time!
Boss Pet - Prestige 50ft Skyline Aerial Dog Run
The trolley worked well when the dog was within its weight limits. However, it only comes with one stop; if you need another, you'll have to go out and get a cable clamp. It shouldn't cost you more than a dollar or two. They really should include two in the set (especially since it would cost them next-to-nothing to do it!).
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This dog run is finely built and does what you want it to. Only problem we found was that the clips do start to rust in Oregon's steady rain. Thank goodness for WD-40.Read Best Reviews of Boss Pet - Prestige 50ft Skyline Aerial Dog Run Here
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Met my expectations completely--it was easy to set up and one of the few dog runs made with metal rather than plastic, so my dog can't break it.Tuesday, June 10, 2014
Precision Pet Products Black ProValu2 Dog Crate 2000, 24-Inch-by-18-Inch-by-19-Inch, 1-Door
i couldn't be happier with it. easy to open and clean.
i would purchase it again and highly reccomend
this crate!The Precision Pet ProValu crate would be the perfect crate if not for two major issues.
First the pros:
Very easy to setup
affordable
rounded edges on MOST areas
divider panel
Now, the two major issues. First, I bought the 24x18x19 one door crate. This is the second to the smallest crate available. The issue is the height of the entrance to the crate. It seems extremely high in comparison to crates I've had in the past. I have a puppy and he basically has to jump in and out of the crate. When you are trying to crate train a puppy, this is a big issue. You want it to be easy for the puppy to go in and out on it's own. They should basically be able to step in and out, without having to jump.
Which leads us to the second big issue. All of the corners are rounded on the crate and most of the wire ends are on the outside of the crate. The one big exception is the two wires that stick up on INSIDE of the entrance to the crate. Not only was my puppy having to jump in and out of the crate, but his belly was getting scratched every time he did. This is a dealbreaker for me. I can't have my puppy injuring himself everytime he goes in and out, not to mention what he might do to himself while he is in there with these sharp wires sticking up on the inside of the crate. I though surely this had to be a manufacturing defect on the crate I got, but I went to a local pet store that had this same crate. They were setup in every size and sure enough, they all had the wires sticking up on the inside of the entrance.
It really is a shame, because I think this would be the perfect crate if those two issues could be fixed.
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This is a nice crate. Easy to assemble or break down. Good value for the price. Fits our little dog great.I don't feel it's adequate for my dog, much less for any heavier. My dog is a Maltipoo that weighs under 10 pounds and I don't feel confident that it could keep her, and hasn't without extra closures.This is everything you want in a dog crate. Easy to set up, easy to take down, sturdy, with a durable plastic tray. Very secure locking system. I bought two, a small one for travel and a larger size for use in theTuesday, May 27, 2014
Radio Systems Receiver & Collar Ul-250-11 Electronic Pet Containment & Bark Control
PetSafe, I imagine, felt it a clever move to boost profits by changing the design to take only their batteries. When these batteries die, I will look into changing systems altogether, or attempt modification of the receiver to accept cr2032's.
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Red Dingo Classic Martingale Dog Collar, Medium
Saturday, February 8, 2014
Karen Pryor, Getting Started: Clicker Training Kit for Puppys
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I liked that this came as a "kit" but in the end you really don't need it all. I liked the DVD the best, it showed you how easy it is for anyone, even a 5-year-old to train a dog. The flash cards are cute but they end up getting stuffed in a drawer. If it is possible just buy the DVD and the clicker (if there is any price difference that is).Read Best Reviews of Karen Pryor, Getting Started: Clicker Training Kit for Puppys Here
Being a complete novice at dog training I was skeptical but with two new Australian Shepherd puppies and unable to afford training classes I was willing to try anything. As advertised the puppies responded within minutes of the first session. Thought I would put it to the real test and try it on my four year old mini daschund. She was a bit more stubborn but still responded in the first session. I liked how the training shown on the DVD was done with completely untrained dogs/puppies and used children as the trainers to show how easy it can be. The product description didn't clearly explain that some of the techniques are much easier with more than one person but so far I'm pleasantly surprised. In one week the puppies have quit jumping on people when they come in, sit on command and are starting to come when called. Hopefully the results in the next few weeks will be equally impressive.Want Karen Pryor, Getting Started: Clicker Training Kit for Puppys Discount?
I bought this kit once before and the book was several hundred pages long and had alot of information and pictures this is an EXTREMELY short version of this book and only shows you the basic basics and no tricks what so ever, I would not have paid for this had i realized itFashion Pet Pink Bonz Dog Sweater Large
Thursday, January 2, 2014
Gentle Leader Deluxe Head Collar and Leash, Medium, Bones On Square/Black
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I got this for our standard poodle, new to us, pulls terrible and lunges at other dogs. My boys are doing dog training with 4-h so it is a must we get him socialized and under control. I was amazed that such a simple product would work so quickly and so well. The first day he started behaving himself. I dont know what it is about it but it works. simple as that. I recommend you give it a try and be sure to watch the dvd video it comes with so you know your are doing it properly.Read Best Reviews of Gentle Leader Deluxe Head Collar and Leash, Medium, Bones On Square/Black Here
dog still wins occassionally, but everytime I put it on her, she really calms down by leaps and bounds. Just make sure you check the weights/ size requirements, my lab is 60 pounds exactly and the large one was too big for her, and the medium one is just barely big enough.Want Gentle Leader Deluxe Head Collar and Leash, Medium, Bones On Square/Black Discount?
I have a Chow/Golden mix and I had a hard time fitting this collar. My dog has very thick, silky soft fur on his head and neck, which made the part of the collar that goes over his head difficult to get as tight as the instructions urge, allowing the collar to slip around a little and be less effective and uncomfortable for him. It doesn't stay tight either; it tends to loosen over the walk. I also have a hard time not catching his fur in the clip. The sizing was a little off; my dog weighs 55lbs and I ordered the medium, but then found the large was better. But once properly fitted, the result is great. He wasn't difficult to walk with a regular collar/leash except when another dog came into view and then he would want to immediately meet and play, yanking me all over the place. With this collar he stays calm and under my control. I just wish it would stay tight and have a safety tether to his collar like some of the other head collars do.Sunday, December 22, 2013
Classic Leopard Skin 4 Wheel Pet Stroller
I love this stroller and so do my two cats! I live in San Francisco and I am so happy that now I can take my cats everywhere with me! The love to be at the beach or downtown shopping! The best part is everyone thinks its a baby so I can go anywhere! The stroller is sturdy and shipping was fast! I am in love!
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The stroller is large, and the instructions were horrible. It takes more space than expected, and does not stand up when folded. That being said, it is a nice stroller and my cat absolutely loves it. So, it was worth it as both my cat and I enjoy our walks. My husband refuses to join us for our short walks as he feels a pet stroller is embarrassing :)Read Best Reviews of Classic Leopard Skin 4 Wheel Pet Stroller Here
Bought this item and used it for a few months for our 10 lb. shitzu.. she loves it. The seams on the basket liner seemed sewn too close to material edge causing a rip in the basket. Contacted seller about a replacement but they were no help. Wish it would have lasted more than a few months boy they don't make things like they used to.this is not safe for my cats 1 of them was able to escape in about 3 seconds! she is about 6 lbs and slender. there is a really big gap between where the zipper starts and where the fabric ends as it wraps around the pole. I measured and the gap is a 3 inches big hole. so this is not safe for small cats or kittens! the instructions on how to put it together were also wrong (missing a lot of information). also, I have not been able to even put on the 2 front wheels cuz you need to force a metal pin into each wheel frame and after many tries I have given up!Sunday, December 1, 2013
GERMAN SHEPHERD DVD: + Dog & Puppy Training Bonus
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I bought this same video for Rottweilers and it was identical outside of the dogs in the video, the people talking and the breed history. VERY generic. No more informative than an internet search.Read Best Reviews of GERMAN SHEPHERD DVD: + Dog & Puppy Training Bonus Here
Portly done uninformative and a waste of $ at any price. I wish I could get my $ back! Terrible someone would even try to sell this garbageWant GERMAN SHEPHERD DVD: + Dog & Puppy Training Bonus Discount?
This is the 2nd DVD we got from this series. The first was the interactive puppy training and helped us potty-train our new German Shepherd. Over all they are interesting and informative and gives good detailed information on the breed. Plan on getting the Dog Tricks next as I see it is a top seller. The basic obedience worked good with our puppy too.Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Elite Little Dog In-Ground Fence Receiver Collar
For the batteries I read about this trick. Reuse the battery casing and just remove the little battery that is inside. I get replacements online for 4 batteries including shipping for about $8. That is a sweet deal! Look for "3V Lithium Battery 2L76 CR1/3 N 1/3N" batteries you can find them as cheap as $1.50 a piece. I simply removed the little plastic ringlet on the bottom of the casing that kept the battery in place, removed the battery, inserted the new one, and voila! Works like magic and is even easier to fit into the collar without the extra piece.
Don't let the other reviews about the batteries discourage you from using this great system. I highly recommend it.The collar has a great design and worked great on our small dog for about a month; however, the company placed a flashing light on the model which eats the battery in about a month. The replacement batteries are specially made by the company to fit the collar and run about $10.00. Therefore, once you buy the collar to keep the collar operating for your dog you are looking at spending about $120 a year. The company has a slightly larger collar that does not have the flashing light that we use on our other small dog. Those batteries are also specially made by the company, but the battery lasts quite some time (over a year). Although our other dog is bright and once he got popped a time or two does not come near the boundaries. I wish I would have never bought this product.
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I've had one of these on our little dog for 3 months now and have gone through 3 batteries. The dog gets close enough to the fence to make the collar beep maybe once a week at the most, and the dog is smart so it has only been shocked a couple of times.You've been warned.. if you buy one of these you'll most likely be spending $100/year on batteries. You can hack the little battery holder apart and put in a standard CR-1/3N battery and save about $2/month, but it's not easy cutting the battery holder apart. I'm looking for a small 3v rechargeable battery I can sneak in there.
Petsafe.. recall these.
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We have a Miniature Pinscher that was an accomplished escape and evasion artist until we purchased a Petsafe Fence, and Collar.To install the fence and collar took a day of easy work, I have a bad back and was able to do this task easily.
The instructions give a five week training period for the collar and fence to have effect. Within 10 minuets my dog was trained,and will not go near the boundary of my garden.
If you have a little dog that runs off, then this will stop them.
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We have 2 small dogs and tried these collars. We were shocked to find that the batteries would only last 3-4 weeks and cost $10 each. With 2 dogs, that is over $240 a year in batteries. This week one of the collars broke and I called their customer service line. To send a replacement collar for warranty repair would cost me an $18 non refundable deposit. I gave them the choice of losing a customer or charging me $18. They chose to lose a customer. Think twice before buying these collars....Saturday, September 7, 2013
4 in 1 Electronic Remote Control Training System/270-Yard/CE Certification
Saturday, July 13, 2013
RC Pet Products 1-1/2-Inch All Webbing Martingale Dog Collar, Small, Nirvana
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