Showing posts with label how to train a dog. Show all posts
Showing posts with label how to train a dog. Show all posts

Thursday, September 4, 2014

Guardian Gear Terylene Dog Training Treat Bag, Blue

Guardian Gear Terylene Dog Training Treat Bag, BlueFirst of all this a dedicated TREAT BAG, not a purse or fanny pack so don't expect to carry more than the essentials in it. Cell phones, wallets and dog toys fit better in large pockets, that's what they're for. Or use a fanny pack--especially if you're a sport enthusiast--and need to have the extra storage space.

The zipper pouch in the hidden back of the treat bag is good for basic ID, an ATM/credit card or paper money.

The front velcro pocket is good for a small ball, but not much else. I buy the box of plastic one size fits all gloves for picking up dog poop in my backyard (the gloves make sure I pick it ALL up) and I stuff some of these in the velcro pocket to pick up any mess my dog makes. Turn inside out and you have a poop pick up or a slobbery ball holder you can tie off and place in your pocket without much worry of an inappropriate wet mark on your pants/shorts.

I use a short clip-on key ring for my basic key set (house door,car door/ignition and mail key) and they fit nicely on the key ring attached to the treat bag when I have no pockets or my pockets are full.

Now to the meat of the item, this is a good grade of material that you will expect to use for some time. Not thin plastic like you might find on other products (*cough*Outward Hound*cough*). The item says it's water resistant and I'd believe it. Resistant not proof. It has the velcro pouch and a thin open area where the main pouch is so the water will go inside that if it's pouring or submersed. Just like is says, the main pouch has a stay-open spring hinge top that snaps shut to keep treats securely stored. It's a little stiff, and I like it that way. It'll stay open enough to dole out several quick treats or shut with the flick of your hand--great for when you bend over and don't want all the treats to fall out. (WD-40 or some other all-use hinge oil should keep the hinges in good working order and help your bag last over time.)

This comes with a soft belt, but I use a leather man's belt and it fits just fine on that. The belt loops fit perfectly and the clip between them has a lip on it that helps it to hold onto my leather belt. I've never used it without my belt, so I don't know how well it does just clipped to the top of your pants.

I'm the envy of my dog training instructor. I'm getting one for her as a thank you gift. (No way I'm giving her mine!!!)

I'm a professional dog trainer and am always looking for new and different treat bags. This is obviously a rip off of the Premier treat bag (which I love dearly), but I thought I would give it a try. It seems like it might be a tad larger than the Premier bag, which is fine with me. My major problem with it is that it's incredibly difficult to open. I literally need two hands to wrench it open, which is the last thing you want during a training session when you need to reinforce quickly. It might be a dud, but it's a dud that's got me going back to Premier. The front pocket is also smaller than the Premier pocket, though I do like the back clip better, as well as the type of belt they use, but since I can barely get the bag open, none of that really matters. The material inside also seems like it would degrade over time.

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When I got this bag I suspected that the mechanism wouldn't last long. It felt a bit creaky and I feared it would either freeze up or get too loose to remain open once opened.

But I've had it at my waist now for 3+ months of twice daily dog walks and it's still opening (and remaining open) and closing (and remaining closed) just like new. Just remember, that slightly sticky feeling when you squeeze it open or shut isn't a bug, it's a feature!

I also like the size of the main pocket. It's big enough to pour a whole week's supply of treats in there. And there's two little pockets (one velcro, one zippered) for insubstantial extras like a thin plastic poop bag. And a nice keychain loop to stick a clicker on.

The only flaw is the belt; it's not fastened on and is a little small for the belt loops so it occasionally slips out when I'm carrying (not wearing) it, and plus the buckles are kind of primitive so it tends to get loose no matter how tightly I cinch it.

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After the hinge on this one wore out I ordered http://www.amazon.com/Premier-Pet-Treat-Pouch-Black/dp/B000JCWAWA and it's working great. Feels a bit sturdier and the material is a bit firmer than the Guardian.

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Easy to open and close with one hand, doesnt close 100% so could still loose treats if turned over but not just if you are leaning down. Keeps dogs face out of treat bag. Handy pockets for clicker, keys, or other small things. t

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I shopped through a lot a treat bags before choosing this one. I wanted one that would stand open for quick, easy access to the treats. I also wanted one with its own belt, since I never wear one, and the belt had to be long enough for an overweight person like me (some others had belts, but they were too short). I couldn't imagine one that clipped onto my waistband being either comfortable or secure. I wish only that all the pockets were a little larger to carry more treats and more and larger accessories. My keys barely fit into one of the small pockets. Well constructed overall. I'll be using it for a long time.

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Saturday, June 21, 2014

Dean and Tyler La Main Short Handle Leash, Black 1-Foot by 3/4-Inch Width With Brown Handle And Soli

Dean and Tyler La Main Short Handle Leash, Black 1-Foot by 3/4-Inch Width With Brown Handle And Solid Brass Snap Hook.I have a Queensland Heeler/Pitbull mix that can be very aggressive to other dogs and people. This leash in combination with a pinch collar is the perfect solution. He is easy to control and has made amazing progress on his walks. If you have a dog that pulls hard or you just want to have complete control. Very good quality, highly recommended!

Monday, June 9, 2014

Pet Yard Plastic Exercise Dog Pen, Light Gray

Pet Yard Plastic Exercise Dog Pen, Light GrayThis play pen is wonderful. We use it everyday, and the one we purchased was from Walmart designed for children...it also cost $50. From the photograph, it looks identical. I cannot believe they are selling this product for so much money when it is so inexpensive elsewhere.

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this seemed like a good idea for when it was bedtime for my puppy until she could be completely housetrained. Or when i went to the store. Well after 3 days my 2 pound Havanese puppy climbed right out of it . Wish they had a top to make sure she couldn't get out. So for me this is a complete waste of money as it does not contain the puppy.

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A great fold away pen for puppies. Easy to add sections or remove them. I use it during winter, easy folds away in the trunk and use when visiting frends and family.

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It was an excellent deal because I applied for the Amazon Visa card and received a substantial discount. I keep a pet bed and a crate inside it to confine my chihuahua and pomeranian when I go to work; they happily go into the pet yard on their own.

It was easy to put up but it does take a little effort to ensure its closed. An excellent purchase especially with the Amazon Visa discount.

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Good product and good value for the money. Easy to use and arrived sooner then expected. Great for puppies and smaller dogs.

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Thursday, June 5, 2014

General Cage Premium Folding 200 Series Pet Crate w metal pan, 26.25" W x 42" D x 29.5" H, Gold Fini

General Cage Premium Folding 200 Series Pet Crate w metal pan, 26.25' W x 42' D x 29.5' H, Gold FinishExactly what I was searching for. A cage with a metal pan. Definitely keeps my dog from breaking it or from slips getting on the wood floor.

For the first time in almost a decade we are expecting a new puppy so I needed ago get a new crate. Reviewed many many options when I finally found the General Cage crate. It's a nice USA made crate with a very nice fit and finish. I was unable to find other crates in this price range made in the USA. Arrived in good shape and seems really solid. Highly recommended.

The optional divider fits very nicely and easily.

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Thursday, April 24, 2014

Clearquest Puppy Pad Holder

Clearquest Puppy Pad HolderFirst, this is not a tray. It is just a border holder.

Second, the quality is very, very poor. The center lock is very hard to push into locking position.

Third, the center joint is a little bit lower then the entire holder. It is not flat while laid on the floor.

Update after 1 week:

Number 3 is not a problem.

Number 2 is a big problem. After using for a week, my finger hurts.

Not exactly what I was looking for, not constructed very well, a pain in the neck to use, I, guess you get what you pay for, it was a fairly cheap item. I, would still do business with this seller though, because it shipped quickly and it was a easy transaction, just not a great item.

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I just got some Wee Wee pads for my 15 year old poodle due to medical issues she pees so offten at night. They work perfect so I thought okay let's get a pad holder so I brought this and man was it a mistake. The night before with out the holder my dog used the pad perfect. The night with the holder my dog pee on the side or corner of the pad leaking over the plastic broader of the holder. I can only think that the holder confuse my dog.

I am out $43 but I am going back to just using the pads on the floor with no holder etc. This seems like a good idea but it is not really needed.

Update: I tried it again and I believe it makes the pad to high off the ground. My dog used it right but it leaked through to the floor. I credit this for it be off the floor a tad due to way the holder works so instead of soaking up pee it allowed to drip on floor. I will never use this again.

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I have been using this for 4 years and it works exactly as it should. Holds the wee wee pad in place, doesn't slide all over the floor.

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i was real excited when i found it at amazon.com. when i received it was nothing but junk.i could not get the puppy pad to go in the way it should have. it was a costly mistake. a company should not be aloud to sell this. i wanted that so bad. we were using newspapers before the pads came out.my dog fell in love with the pads. the frame just did not work out as well as it was advertised. the time it took me to get it to hold was awful. i really don't want the real good onne because it would terrible to clean the one with grass. i thought the frame of the good one wasn't just a frame. i think it should be be one frame with a floor

when i shipped it back to you i paid for the shipping. then you charged me again for shipping.

to ship it to me shipping was free. so why did i have to pay twice.

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Sunday, April 20, 2014

PetSafe Agility 3' Closed Tunnel

PetSafe Agility 3' Closed TunnelI was having trouble with my 32# English Cocker with a fear of going thru the closed part of the tunnel in class. I got this up in minutes and before to long he was charging thru it like a champ. I can handle the tunnel by myself and it is easy to put up and take down.

I just purchased this for my Basenji Terrier and it took a short while for him to 'get it'. I used positive reinforcement training methods and incorporated it with Cesar Milan's methods and it worked great. I also purchased the Petsafe ring jump and he loves that, too. Thanks and I'll get the other Petsafe items after my dog masters the two that he has. :o)

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The PetSafe Agility closed tunnelor shoot is a little flimsey and is too long-

the dog gets caught in it. I folded the tunnel back some and it works bette.

The actual AKC standard shoot is actually much shorter than this is.

It will be ok for practicing in the yard.

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My year-old small 9 pound terrier rescue pup is full of energy! The tunnel was originally purchased for those days that we were housebound to run off some of that energy, but she loved it so much that we signed up for agility classes. She plays with the tunnel whenever it is available. When I forget to compress the tunnel flat and put back into the handy carrier (which I love!) after a play session, I can find the pup curled up and asleep inside the tunnel with a favorite soft toy. A great purchase, well made, easy to store in its storage case with zipper closure and hours of energetic fun for dog and myself!

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Monday, April 7, 2014

Saturday, March 22, 2014

Walk Your Dog With Love Front-leading, No-pull Dog Harness. The World's Best Dog Harness

Walk Your Dog With Love Front-leading, No-pull Dog Harness. The World's Best Dog HarnessI have one of these. I didn't beleive it would work, but it did,stopped my husky from pulling before we got down the drive way on our first walk with it. Simple to put on. Best thing about it, NO MORE CHOKING.

Monday, February 10, 2014

Guardian Cotton Web Training Pet Lead Leash - Blue

Guardian Gear 50-Feet Cotton Web Dog Training Lead, BlueWe have always used the longer leads to walk our dogs. It allows them room to roam, yet we are able to call them back to the heel position when needed. These cotton leads are well constructed and well priced.

Love it. Didn't realize it was so thin, but my 100lb dog has yet to snap it, so I'm happy. Good quality, and 30 ft is longer than you think it is.

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I've only used the leash once myself but my girlfriend has used it several times with her 70lb German Shepard pup at the beach. With all that sand and salt water, the leash has held up great. I was worried about the clip because dirt and clips don't mix, but with a quick rinse it works perfectly fine, not to say it doesn't work with the sand, because it does. I'm actually ordering my girlfriend one for Christmas. Keep in mind that this is a training/walking/hiking lead and is not a tie out.

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I bought this for my husky, he is a runner and cant be off leash. I can work on come training and offer off leash training with him and he doesn't really know he is leashed unless he tries to run and this makes it so I don't have to chase. works great for training and as much free running as he is going to get.

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This is a great value for a long lead. Try going to your local pet store and compare prices! This is a high quality product and the metal clip is heavy duty and durable much stronger than the clip on the lead that I previously owned. I don't know if this a coincidence, but so far my dog hasn't even managed to tie a knot in this one!

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Sunday, February 2, 2014

Esky 4in1 Dog Training Shock and Vibration Collar

Esky 4in1 Dog Training Shock and Vibration CollarWorks well but had to glue "transformer thing" to collar. It kept falling off.

Remote battery lasts but collar batteries, not so well.

I had this for my dog and it worked very well, especially for the price. The 9 volt battery that was included lasted a year in the transmitter. I used rechargable batteries in the receiver and they lasted 3-7 days, depending on how much the receiver was used. You can hear the vibration getting weaker as the batteries wear down. The collar is definitely suited to a medium-sized dog, although let out all the way it fit my 110 lb dog. The receiver would be bulky for a little dog I think. The vibration function was enough to get my dog's attention so I hardly used the shock function at all. I got a second dog so I ended up getting a two-dog system, otherwise I would still be using this one.

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the collar worked great. I do not need to use the shock at all the vibration is enough to make my dog stop barking and whining while in crate and outside.

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Product works as described. Only used it while playing with our 45lb Beagle/Lab mix outdoors and just to keep her out of the road. Even with little use the batteries dont last long and product completely stopped working (vibrate and shock) at beginning of January and item was purchased end of July of previous year (so about 5.5 months of infrequent use).

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Unfortunately the collar stays on, even when the alarm part is off. The chirp seemed to get my dogs attention, the vibration annoyed him and worked more effectively than the 'shock', but he is still a stubborn pup. Water bottles have been a much better investment with him.

Friday, September 6, 2013

Sergeant's Sniffers Lifestages Treat

Sergeant's Sniffers Lifestages 7-Ounce Puppy TreatMy dogs loved the old Sniffers that are no longer available. Thought we give the new ones a try. They were only ok. The dogs still liked them but they were crazy for the old ones.

these treats are fantastic! they are the only ones that my picky little pup will eat...and since they're good for him...i don't mind him begging for more!

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Our puppy loves Sergeant Sniffers Puppy Treats. He goes wild for them. We have tried a number of other dog treats and the Sniffers are far and away his favorite!

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I used to be able to buy these at Petco, since they stopped carrying them I have to buy online. These are my dog's absolute favorite treats. I've tried to find something similar, but nothing else makes him as happy as Sniffers. I usually buy three bags at a time, hope they never discontinue this product!

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My corgi goes crazy for Sniffers. I used to buy them at Petco, but once they stopped carrying them I've had to search them out online. I've tried other semi-moist treats similar to these, but my dog doesn't love anything else the way he loves these.

He gets two every night before bed, and will race into the kitchen for his "bedtime snack."

Friday, June 28, 2013

Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover

Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover, 32-OunceThis stuff is so awesome! I wound up with quite the large puppy. She was house broken but only if she had constant access to a yard. We didn't. Needless to say she soiled everywhere. I used puppy training pads to soak it up (ironic). Once the liquid was absorbed into the pad, I just sprayed this on the stain, let it sit for about 15 minutes, gave it a quick wipe and stain and odor were GONE! I mean it, there is no stain and no odor left anywhere. You can't even tell where they were and there were ALOT. It's an amazing product and works better than I ever expected.

There are many products that claim to work on the same enzymatic principle as Nature's Miracle, but none work as well (and sadly some don't work at all). This product is a must for cleaning up any accidents.

This is NOT a spray-and-wipe type cleaner. In order for it to work, you have to follow the directions and let it sit for a while. I've had the best luck covering with a warm damp towel while the enzymes do their thing.

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I purchased a gallon of this stuff upon a recommendation from a pet store employee. Sure enough when my puppy had his first accident I ran for the Nature's Miracle.

It helped but it didn't solve the problem. In fact, it made the stain yellow and it smelled like a bottle of rubbing alcohol. This happened time and again with future stains.

Out of frustration I went back to the pet store and purchaed their second best seller, Simple Solution. That actually worked and it even removed the yellowing that Nature's Miracle caused.

The Simple Solution was less expensive, smelled better and most importantly it worked! Nature's Miracle doesn't live up to its name.

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I finally gave in to my wife and kids and we got a new puppy. While superficially she looks adorable, in-depth ethnographic observation of the animal reveals that she is, in fact, an abomination released upon unsuspecting humanity, and possibly a harbinger of Doom. The wretched animal is peeing prodigiously all over my house and guess who has to clean it up. It's funny how before we got the hound my wife and kids solemnly vowed to take care of "the sweet new addition to our family" in "every possible way" including thoroughly decontaminating the site where the dog might have "the occasional accident" prior to being fully housetrained. And yet at the first sight of elimination my wife and kids act suspiciously busy and try their darnedest to teleport to a galaxy as far far away from the offending puddle as possible. So I am left holding the bag, literally speaking, and have been involuntarily and reluctantly pressed into service as an unwilling janitor (the term 'shanghaing' is defined as "the practice of conscripting men by coercive techniques such as trickery, intimidation, or violence" and describes my current situation perfectly).

The good news is that Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover works as advertised, particularly on carpeted surfaces (it's not recommended for wood or tile floors). The bad news is that even after you are done following the instructions, if you illuminate the contaminated site with a UV flashlight you can clearly see the fluorescent evidence of the atrocity committed by the canine perpetrator.

So now my life is like a TV episode: the dog urinates, and I descend upon the area like a cross between the janitor in "Scrubs" and a male version of Pauley Perrette from "NCIS", illuminating incriminating forensic evidence with my 395 nM UV Ultra Violet 21 LED Blacklight Flashlight, by LEDwholesalers 7305UV395 and subsequently, gloved and hazmat-suited, I liberally douse the afflicted area with Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover, 32-Ounce until the crime scene is forensically clean. And then of course I rinse and repeat. Over and over again. Probably until the end of time.

My humble suggestion to you based on my own poignant personal experience: if you are thinking about a pet, get Kinectimals for your Xbox 360. Your house will thank you.

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There was a terrible smell coming out of the grout in our bathroom. We tried tons of cleaning supplies to no avail and started to think that the grout had to be removed and redone.

However, Through the internet, we heard about Natures Miracle. I have to say, it truly is a Miracle. We focused on the grout only, scrubbed it with Natures Miracle, let it sit overnight and Voila.

The smell dissappeared. I'm so glad we found out about this product. I would recomend it to everyone.

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Monday, June 24, 2013

Fruitables Skinny Minis Yamberry Soft & Chewy Dog Treats

Fruitables Skinny Minis Yamberry Soft & Chewy Dog TreatsGot these for my dog as they were made in the USA and he loves his little treats. They are a nice small size and he seems very happy with them.

My dogs loves these little treats. They are healthy and he is satisfied! Low calories! All the fruitables are a great treat!

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We got a free sample of these at a farmers market and they have become our #1 snack choice. My dog absolutely loves them. I have the Yamberry flavor. Can't find them locally so I buy them from Amazon.

They are fruity, chewable, roundish pellets. Around the size of a nickel.

Recommended for shizzle.

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My dog likes them, and they're not made out of anything terrible. I guess that's all that really matters. They're also a good size for training.

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i have a 5lb Pomeranian and these are perfect for her as quick treats as I walk out the door to distract her. They're small and she loves them.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Old Mother Hubbard Crunchy Classic Snacks for Dogs, Large P-Nuttier

Old Mother Hubbard Crunchy Classic Snacks for Dogs, Large P-Nuttier, 3-Pound and 5-Ounce BoxMy dog has always loved these, but because they were cheaper and available at the local market for a while I was buying her generic biscuits. Well, it turns out the poor dog has major food allergies! Now these are all I get for her. She knew best!

I recommend this product because it is a larger size than anything I've seen available through pet stores.

The box came with the platic liner fully opened and the biscuits stale and hard as a rock. It's my dog's favorite biscuit and he won't touch these. (And he has no problem with stale food.) Makes me wonder if these are the real thing. AVOID!

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My older dog (12) loves these treats! They are great for his teeth, and I don't have to worry about him gaining too much weight with them.

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These are great dog treats. My dogs devour them. I've been purchasing Old Mother Hubbard products for years. The quality is outstanding. If your dog has allergies, you should give these a try. All natural ingredients and super healthy for your pet.

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Perfect for my 13 week old Lab who wants to chew on EVERYTHING. Takes her quite a bit to get thru these which is why I bought the "large" size treat. Healthy, cleans her teeth. Highly recommend