Showing posts with label how can i train my dog. Show all posts
Showing posts with label how can i train my dog. Show all posts

Sunday, August 3, 2014

Easy Walk Harness - Small/Medium, Royal Blue

Easy Walk Harness - Small/Medium, Royal BlueI had to buy three different sizes before I found the right fit. Even so, this harness tends to self-expand once it is on the dog / does not stay snug, which is essential for it to work properly. I have found I need to use a back-up leash attached to the dog's collar because the dog can slip out of the harness not easy to use 2 leashes! The harness does prevent the dog from pulling, but he has no trouble backing out of it, one leg at a time. Not as helpful a tool as I was led to believe, but maybe it will stay more secure as it ages. In order to make the harness snug enough, I have pinched the dog's skin more than once while securing the belly strap buckle so he is becoming leery of the harness. It is very awkward to adjust the chest and belly straps after the harness is on the dog.

This is the third Premiere harness I have purchased for my dog, a beagle. He pulls when we walk, or sometimes I need to pull him, and this harness allows you to do either move without hurting the dog. Since the harness fits around the dogs' chest and not his neck, there is no risk of choking and you can pull hard without causing them any pain. The small/medium size is also perfect for his size. I originally bought a medium, but it was too big.

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Worked the very first time without any real training. When my dog started to pull on his lead, it would turn him around forcing him to look at me so I could give him a command. No choking involved. My dog is a Boston Terrier and full of energy. Now whenever we put the harness on, he doesn't even try pulling at all. Actually works better than his choke collar we originally tried. The straps are nice and thick and the clips are very strong. My dog was too small for the medium (which was available at my local pet store) and the size small had very thin straps. Glad I found the small/medium size online.

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We have tried several different types of devises for our miniature schnauzer and we found the Gentle Leader to be the best fit for a high energy dog

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I won't use a collar on my 3 y.o. mini LH Dachshund and have used a dozen harnesses trying to find the right one as he has a prominent breast bone. I have a drawer full. I even tried the head halti and even tho' he walked obediently, the joy was gone. With his nose to the ground he puts his shoulders into a chest harness and pulls like a sled dog! He also reacts by lunging if he sees other dogs walking, squirrels or a delivery person. So I thought the Gentle Leader Easy Walk harness would be the answer to all my prayers for my stout friend. I was thrilled to receive the Easy Walk within a few days of ordering. It comes with easy to read instructions. The straps are thinner than his previous harness. After sizing the harness with the many buckles and putting it on the dog, we were off! That is when I noticed the problems. The girth belt sits right under his arm pits and on the first pull he walked right out of the harness as his front feet are not too far from his shoulders!! I re adjusted the straps and when he pulled again, instead of him being forced to turn and face me, he got his leash hung up around his neck as the leash ring is right up under his chin. He just kept going!! With his short stature, as he trots along, the leash swings wildly at the clip due to his short gait and it bops him in the face. After several weeks of trying to get used to the leash being attached in front of him, instead of between his shoulders, I've come to the conclusion that he is just too short for this harness to work the way it is meant to. I got the small for his 16" girth according to the sizing chart. I wonder if the medium would work better? Back to the drawing board...

PS I do think this would be the perfect harness for a normally proportioned dog.

Sunday, March 30, 2014

Pet Buddies PB1719 Googlie Stanley Skunk Large Toy

Pet Buddies PB1719 Googlie Stanley Skunk Large ToyI originally bought this for my mom's shih tzu, however, I failed to pay attention to this being a "large" toy. It was almost as big as the poor girls head! Despite her (the shih tzu's) attempts, she just couldn't play with it.

Luckily my niece has a boxer/english mastiff cross and she has destroyed every toy but this one. Well, until now haha.

She's just now after several weeks managed to gnaw off a single leg, but its still her favorite toy, and for a dog with a boxer's energy and a mastiff's size and power--that says something.

Definitely worth the money, provided your dog is a serious enough sized dog to enjoy it. I'd recommend this one for dogs anywhere from 45lbs+ in size. Basically medium sized and up.

I gave this to my sister for her dog. Her dog loves to play with it. She says he takes it all over the house.

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I purchased this for my two boxer puppies. It is very durable (so far) and so cute! The rubber is very heavy so they won't be tearing it any time soon. They aren't used to the squeaker yet, but love chewing on it.

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I 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!

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Friday, February 28, 2014

Tailwind Dog Training DVD + Booklet

Tailwind Dog Training DVD + BookletThese videos are some of the best I've ever seen for dog training. So clear and really fun! I love that I can skip right to the lesson that I need and revisit it whenever necessary. Why would I ever need to pay oodles for an in-person class? This is perfect, and the price is almost too good to be true. Thanks Tailwind!!

I rate these one-on-one dog training videos highly. They are non-disciplinary, motivational oriented concepts which are fun for the owner and pet. Results are also for a better living environment for everyone. In the process an even closer relationship with your puppy dog is established. These are economical and excellent training concepts for your pet(s) who are important member(s) of the family and benefits all in the household. Give this system try.

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These are great, easy to understand videos, so much so, that when I put the first DVD in, my kids started watching it with me. Immediately after watching one of the videos, my kids ran over to our dog to teach him a new trick. What I like most about the videos is that there are a wide variety of topics covered (both on the DVD and online through the Tailwind Dog Training site). Also, unlike other dog training videos I've seen that just use trained dogs, these use trained and novice dogs in the videos--making them much more realistic for those of us are new to dog training.

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I found this DVD very informative. Anyone who owns a dog of any age can benefit from the information given. Great gift idea for dog lovers.

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Great DVD for training your dog. Excellent production value and I really like the instructor. The video is entertaining and the instructions are clear and concise.

Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Biodegradable Puppy Pad

Clean Go Pet Biodegradable Puppy Pad, 100-PackI ordered these because Dr. Foster and Smith stopped carrying the biodegradable pee pads. We have used them for years for three adorable chihuahuas. These pads are the worst we've ever used. The plastic backing is brittle and cracks apart like phillo dough! Without the backing intact they are pointless. I shipped them back the same day I received them in the mail. Not worth a penny...

I have used other brands of biodegradable pads and they did not fall apart like these. The backing of the pads was flaking off even before we opened the box. If you can get beyond having to peel up bits of the backing off the floor then I guess these do the job...

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Unfortunately my older dog needs puppy pads. I feel much greener if I can use biodegradable products. These are great...quite absorbant and very nice.

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Not as well as Foster & Smith's old biodegradable pads, but they do a good job for my two maltese.

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We have gotten these many times because we have indoor dogs and don't want to put stuff in landfills that won't biodegrade. We have never had a problem with these things. They are a little expensive so I give four stars. At a somewhat lower price I'd give them five stars. They've been perfectly fine, no complaints at all.

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Monday, December 30, 2013

All Natural Dog Treats by Charlee Bear - Cheese & Egg - 16 oz resealable bag

All Natural Dog Treats by Charlee Bear - Cheese & Egg - 16 oz resealable bagAwesome little snack treat for your favorite pup/dog. My two pekeingese just love these. You can use them for training as well as just a treat. They come in a variety of flavors. My pups like the liver the best. For senior dogs, these are perfect if they don't have the "jaw" power or teeth use anymore. They are easy to carry so you can treat your dog whenever you want to for example on a walk around the neighborhood. They are just 3 calories each so you don't have to worry about their weight. Absolutely recommend these to every dog owner!

These are a hit with my pups, and for the price and 3 calories a piece, they can't be beat! They're great for training in addition to putting them into food puzzle toys to keep them occupied. I also provide a steady supply of these to my youngest pup during nail clipping as he has quite a bit of anxiety and these treats totally take his mind off of the scary clipper at his toes.

First ingredient is wheat flour, so if your dog happens to be allergic to wheat these won't work for you. My dogs aren't allergic, nor do these treats give tummy problems, so I'm happy! Ingredient list is short, that's another plus, it's not a long list of artificial this and that.

I give my pups both the liver flavor and the cheese/egg flavor to mix things up a bit. The cheese/egg ones even smell like cheese, yum!

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All Natural Dog Treats by Charlee Bear Cheese & Egg 16 oz resealable bag These are absolutely great treats for training and for use with overweight dogs. At only 4 calories per treat, even an overweight dog can feel like they are getting treats too, especially in a multi-dog household where one dog is overweight, others are not. Taste must be wonderful since there isn't anything my dogs won't do for these tiny treats, so I'm very pleased with them for many reasons! GREAT PRODUCTS!!!

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I first saw these treats on somebody's youtube video, and I thought they looked really good because of their size and texture. My dog really seem to enjoy these treats.

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My dog's breeder sent home a baggie of cheese and egg flavored Charlie Bears for my Maltese puppy. I used them to reward him from the get-go, and he will do just about anything if he knows this treat is coming. A great training aid. They are also small enough to give often, and are made with good ingredients. I carry them in my pocket and my little guy keeps an eye on that pocket!

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Monday, December 2, 2013

Natural Choice Dog All Natural Grain Free Biscuits Turkey and Potato Recipe, 8-Ounce

Natural Choice Dog All Natural Grain Free Biscuits Turkey and Potato Recipe, 8-Ouncemy dogs really like these treats. I attempt to feed them all grain free items due to the fact that one of them has allergies.

My German Shepherd dog loves them.. although... she loves all treats.. But these seem to be healthy and they dont smell, which is awesome. :)

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Sunday, December 1, 2013

Synergy Fooey Ultra Bitter Spray 4 Ounce

Synergy Fooey Ultra Bitter Spray 4 OunceDo the two other reviewers of this product realize they bought the spray for birds? these people have a specific version made for dogs and cats. i have used it with my dog back in the day and it worked quite well. i put it on a video game controller of mine and when she picked it up to take it to where she was going to chew it she made it about 3 feet and dropped the thing. she started sticking her tongue out and constantly licking herself like she was trying to clean herself. i brought her to her water bowl and pretty much forced her to drink some water and then gave her a few treats to help with the taste. based on this experience i would say the stuff works fairly well. i also applied it to my arm one time when she decided to start nipping on it and she didnt seem to enjoy nipping it anymore after that.

This product said it could be used on dogs, as well as other animals. I tried this for my dog who chews on cords. I sprayed a brush he likes to chew liberally with this product and left it out for him. He immediately started chewing on it like always. I sprayed the brush again with the same result. Didn't work for my dog.

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Im just going to copy and paste this review on all the fooey sprays because, well, it doesnt matter what size it is, it is the same LOUSY stuff!

The bottle itself tells me it is the most bitter stuff ever, the best, contains several bitter tastes, etc. In all honesty, i tried this stuff myself. Taste HORRIBLE to ME. Like extreme bugspray. I was gagging and had the taste in my mouth for about an hour.

HOWEVER, it did NOTHING for my cat. Absolutely nothing.

She is OCD about licking her paws. So much that they are losing hair, and in the past have gotten irritated / scabby. Yes I know that cats must lick their paws to clean themselfs, but her paws just needed time without her obsessive licking to heal. (the vet recommended) So I gave a few spritz to her paws, which by the way comes out in a jet stream, and she promptly went right back to licking her paws. No pause, no flinch, nothing. I sprayed more on, and still.. no reaction. So I wondered if maybe her OCD was pushing her to lick through the bitter. So I gave a little spray to my fingertip and dabbed it onto her tongue. Still nothing. She licked her mouth twice and thats it.

This stuff was a waste of money!! I am angry I got rid of the reciept, I can not return it. (I purchased from a nearby Petco)

Please look elsewhere. This stuff works great on people, but seems tasteless to my cat!

Zero stars :( :( !!!

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It is bitter. After spraying it, even very sparingly, the smell and taste hung in the air, permeating... everything.

Our puppy wasn't a fan of it. For about... five seconds. And then he ignored it. I gave it two stars because it's bitter, and because it might be that our dog is just impervious... but it didn't work.

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My dog no longer chews on the chair, table, or couch legs. Haven't needed another cell phone or laptop charger, or anymore ethernet cables for my brother.

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Agility in the Bag

Agility in the BagWe have labs, and my daughters love to play with them in the yard. My wife bought this set for them, and I think its a great product. It's not just for kids. The bag is great and manages to fit everything. The chute attached to the tunnel (held on by elastic) sometimes pulls off when our big guy runs through it, but I fixed this problem by clipping binder clips around the rim. I would recommend this set. I'm actually getting another one for my other daughter, as they each have a dog.

My dog and I are both new to agility training. It's been a great exercise program for both of us. She's having fun and frankly, so am I. The kit is easy to use, easy to break down and store. Came with good instructions, too. I would recommend this kit to anyone who just wants to have fun with their dog and lose some weight in the bargain.

I would imagine that this kit is not professional quality, but it all fits nicely in our dog run and I'm happy with the level of quality.

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This set is just as described. A great practice set. Not competition quality but for the price, you can't beat it

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I've only tried part of this, but my dog seems to enjoy jumping over the bar and I'm really enjoying it. I think it will help her lose weight. It arrived on time (actually early) and was exactly what I was expecting.

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This agility set exceeded my expectations. It is lightweight, yet very stable and easy to set up. I recommend this product to anyone looking to get started working with their pet on an agility course. My two Westies LOVE it!!

Monday, September 16, 2013

Baskerville 10-Inch Rubber Ultra Muzzle, Size-6, Black

Baskerville 10-Inch Rubber Ultra Muzzle, Size-6, BlackThis muzzle literally saved my dogs life. He was a large aggressive rescue with dog aggression issues. During the rehab process it was imperative to keep my other dogs safe. He has worn this muzzle happily and doesnt have any issues wearing it. The rehab is coming along and in the meantime my other dogs are protected. It is soft enough that even when he accidently bumps the windows it doesnt break them, unlike the metal ones. He drinks, barks and pants normal and can even eat dry food while wearing it. It is lighweight but sturdy. Highly recommend it.

This thing is built like a rock and it's a good thing because my dog does everything he can to get it off. The only problem I had was that the lower strap was a little long for him and is non-adjustable. It hooks to a regular collar. I was able to loop a wire tie through the two loops and cinch it tighter. Otherwise, he was almost could use his paws and pull the bottom from under his chin.

Anyways, got it because we have an underground fence and use 2 shock collars but we have still had a couple issues as he has got older and more protective. So I can't let him run around on his own. Also, since he was a pup he likes to mouth you at your elbows and it is very annoying and can be painful to little people as he is such a big dog.

I hooked this to his shock collar and got the adjustments down and it really has been a lifesaver. Doesn't take too much time to get on or off. I can let him run the yard and although he puts in a lot of effort to get it off for a few minutes after I put it on, he hasn't yet. However, it has rubbed on the top of his nose and caused bleeding. However, that is his fault for constanly prying on it with his paws and rubbing it on the ground to try and get it off. If he leaves it alone it is fine.

Oh, and there have been a few nights that he won't quit barking in his kennel. Slap this on and save your relationship with your neighbors.

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I have 4 rather large Labrador retrievers mother, daddy and two boys. The daddy is a rescue dog of sorts, who was apparently abused as a younger dog. Also, he was and continues to be teased mercilessly by my next door neighbor. He's very territorial and usually bullies the two boys. He's great with the mommy dog. Whenever the neighbor comes outside, whether with the intent to tease or just to make his presence known, the dog goes crazy. When he's in this enraged state he viciously attacks and bites the younger dogs if he can catch them. I'm sure he'd do the same to the neighbor if he could. I have a 6' privacy fence and locked gates, so I don't expect the dog to get our or anyone get in, but it worries me that someone might. Everything I've read about e-collars says that they should not be used with aggressive dogs as this only makes the angrier. End of background story.

I've never been a big fan of muzzles, but I am now. This product is durable and easy to get on the dog. In fact, amazingly, he seems to look forward to it. It's like it takes the pressure off of him to be dominant. Now he plays with the boys and they no longer fear him as long as they see he has his muzzle on. He still gets enraged at the neighbor, but no longer poses a serious threat to him. Hope this helps.

Yours for more informed shopping,

Dennis

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I am a professional dog trainer and highly recommend this muzzle. It is lightweight, has great air circulation and panting space, easy to administer treats. Comes with directions on how to train your dog to accept the muzzle. Dogs that are sequestered to the back yard because they are reactive are missing great opportunities to overcome their shortcomings. Combined with a bit of guidance from a trainer, a muzzle can empower a dog owner to confidently get their dog out and start enjoying life instead of fearing it.

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This was exactly what was described and fit perfectly. It has held up great to my great dane mix. Awesome producy

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Sunday, July 21, 2013

DT Universal No Pull Dog Harness, Clear Patches, Black, Large - Fits Girth Size: 33-Inch to 42-Inch

DT Universal No Pull Dog Harness, Clear Patches, Black, Large - Fits Girth Size: 33-Inch to 42-InchI have recommended this to many folks it really makes a difference as I can completely stop him if he wants to pull.

All in all this seems to be a pretty decent harness.The latches are some type of a sturdy plastic so it makes for washing easy without much worry about rust. The verticle strap that goes up the front of my dogs chest fits a little sloppy even when fully adjusted. I bought this harness because I liked the handle. I make my dog wear it everytime he goes outside because he doesn't want to come in every time I call and it takes a bit of force to make him come in.Thats where the handle really helps.The only drawback is my dog figured out how to pull the harness over his head like a shirt and step out of it. So if he doesn't want to wear it I find him seperated from it. However he mostly cooperates and keeps it on.So I won't return it because its the best thing I have going for me right now.

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