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

Monday, September 8, 2014

Puppy Training Pads, 23" x 24"

Puppy Training Pads, 23' x 24'Great pads, great service and great amount for a puppy at a great price.

These pads are ok. They are medical underpads usually used for people who are incontinant. They are a good size but not as absorbant as most regular Dog/Puppy training pads I am used to using. Being a medical pad they do not have any kind of attractant in them. My dog is older and pad trained but he doesn't seem to like this thinner pad. I also don't think that it holds the liquid in as well as a pad that is a bit thicker.

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I bought these from Sam's Club based on the reviews everywhere for my puppies. The fact they are larger then the Wee brand pet pads and had polymer in them like Natures Miracle which I love except for the price I tried them. I am totally disappointed and to tell you the truth I would never ever use these for a person they would be laying in thier own urine! According to Dynarex's website these do not have the polymer but I called since some stores are advertising them this way and the girl at the actualy company Dynarex assured me yes it does. I don't see it, my 4lb puppy went and the whole pad was used up by one use! The actual pad you use is not 23x24 but only 19x20 inches the rest is the blue useless sides.making them very small yet another disappointment. You need to use twice as many so the deal you think you are getting you are not as you need to use twice the amount. I used them for one day and just returned them, no you do not get the shipping you paid for them either so don't order alot like I did thinking I was getting a great product! I am now trying the Simple Right brand 23x36 that you can purchase in store to see how these work out.

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These pads are much too thin for in house use unless the puppy is very little. The edges did not keep the liquid contained.

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Great for your pet! Unlike other versions, these are thick enoungh so that after your pet eliminates there are no run off or track marks through-out your home! Very absorbant!

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Monday, September 1, 2014

Dog Gate-n-Crate for Small to Medium Size Dogs, Extends to 6-feet

Dog Gate-n-Crate for Small to Medium Size Dogs, Extends to 6-feetThis is a well constructed, heavy gate with rubber skid pads for the feet. I liked the quality of the wood. I have a slick wood floor but it doesn't budge when pushed. I have two Westies (13 and 18 lbs) and neither has tried to jump over it. It definitely is for smaller dogs and would not be tall enough for medium to large dogs. While it folds flat, the feet are about 10" long so it takes up quite a bit of space in the closet. It probably wouldn't be a good choice if you have dogs that like to chew wood. Also, you can find it on other sites at lower cost than Amazon. A couple have it at $ 80 with free shipping.

This is a very well made product that is solid and beautiful to look at, BUT my little 8 pound Mini Schnauzer puppy quickly learned to climb over it. The horizontal bars allow it to be climbed like a ladder. So, I'm not exactly sure how that makes this dog suitable for "small to medium size dogs." Otherwise, it's very stable and adapts well to most any size opening that you would have. If you buy this product, I highly recommend training the dog to never place their front feet on the gate. A squirt bottle of water after telling them "off!" seems to work well. The optional rubber pads that stick to the bottom are a joke, the adhesive isn't nearly strong enough and they are falling off within a day or two of assemble. Fortunately, they don't really have a purpose so it's not a problem.

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I was looking to purchase a gate, there are so many to choose from. Finally I found this item. BEST CHOICE for what I needed. AND well worth the money, so I bought 2. The wood is excellent quality and easy to put together (way easy) and very sturdy. I use it for outdoors. Since I like it so much I bought a 3rd gate!!!

I should mention I have a Aussy Sheppard as well, 60lbs so far keeps him in as well. He hasn't knocked it over, or tried to jump over.

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Product is well made, looks more like a piece of furniture, than a portable barrier/gate. The stand alone design makes for easy placement/use.

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This gate looks great. The dog learned to push 1 side open within a day, so we were super happy with the versatility of being able to put it in different positions. Great look for the price too!

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Friday, August 29, 2014

E-Z Leash

E-Z LeashI received the E-Z leash promptly with a handwritten note from the manufacturers. Great customer service and quality of materials used in the product. I initially purchased the item for one of my dogs that seems to get nervous whenever she sees a leash. I thought an integrated leash in collar combo would solve the problem. In theory, this product should work for anyone with a dog that does not pull on the leash. But if like me, you have a dog that pulls, you'll need to keep looking for a different product. The collar is strong and well built. The problem is not quality but rather design. After slipping the collar on and adjusting to fit properly, I set out with my dog, and within a second of her pulling, she was able to loosen the entire length of the collar and leash. Essentially, since the collar is part of the same length of material that connects to the leash, if your dog pulls he'll be able to slip out of the collar. My dog pulled for 2 seconds and the collar that has previously been adjusted to fit her neck, now was was 3 feet wide. Obviously, found myself physically trying to hold on to the dog that no longer had a collar around her neck; collar was so wide it was now around her abdomen. Unless they come up with a clamp or some form of way to keep the collar from loosening I dont see how I'll be able to use the product. I've decided to put it on my other dog, who does not pull, and at least Ive been able to get some use out of it. Wish they mentioned this design limitation in the description so that people with dogs who pull would know ahead of time of this issue.

A friend let me borrow this when i took my dog with me on a trip and i loved it. It was so handy and light weight. My dog didn't even know anything other than his regular collar was on him and i had a safety net in case he tried to run away or a strange dog was running at us or any other danger that comes up. When I used the leash part of the collar, it was so quick and easy and didn't scare him at all. I loved it so much I bought my own. It's well worth the price for the piece of mind.

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This collar and leash combo is FABULOUS! The collar appears to be very comfortable on my dog and having an emergency leash is priceless. If you need to get a quick hold of your dog or if you have forgotten a separate leash, you just grab the velcro handle and you immediately have a short leash. If you need more leash line then just move the buckle and the leash expands in length even further. It is a wonderful invention and I highly recommend to all dog owners. Please note: I have medium and large dogs so I am not sure if it would work for very small dogs. Outdoor Adventure Dogs was a wonderful seller to deal with and I am pleased with my entire transaction.

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Saturday, July 26, 2014

Guardian Gear Nylon Mohave Dog Lead, 6-Feet, Blue

Guardian Gear Nylon Mohave Dog Lead, 6-Feet, BlueI purchased the blue lead and the matching collar. The quality is excellent, the colors vibrant and I have no hesitation in recommending this product. Sure beats a boring, plain colored lead!

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Monday, July 7, 2014

ZiwiPeak 'Good-Dog' Real Meat Jerky Treats - Beef - 3oz

ZiwiPeak 'Good-Dog' Real Meat Jerky Treats - Beef - 3ozWhat more can I say except that my dog loves this treat. She works hard for them when used in clicker training. I'd recommend to any other dog owner as well.

Dog (18 lb.) loved this bite-sized treat so much that she would have eaten the entire bag in one sitting. However, I do not plan to get it again because it is too expensive.

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These treats are reasonably priced, high quality, and great for training. The ones on the bottom can be crumbly but it's handy that they're easy to break up. All of our (four) dogs love them :).

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Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Automatic No-Bark Collar

Automatic No-Bark CollarProduct did as described. I personally found it inhumane and horrifying. I used this on my little dog and he writhed in pain as I ran to him. Each time he would cry the shocks intensified and so would his cries of pain. It was a never ending cycle and I couldn't get to him fast enough. NEVER AGAIN!

Our recently rescued dog barked non-stop. It only took one severe jolt from the no bark collar and her yelp for us to send it back. All we have to do is show her a spray water bottle and not actually spray her and the barking stops. We are all happy.

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Friday, April 11, 2014

Service Dog Vest - X-Small - Red (fits 20-30 lbs)

Service Dog Vest - X-Small - RedLovely service vest for our working dog. First one was a bit small (they run small), but the next size (reg small) was perfect for our 30# Wheaten).

Bought my dog this one because the other one is heavy and gets hot in the summer heat. Really happy that i reordered a second one! HAs 2 pockets where you could put doggie bags on one and service dog certificate on the other. Very light and harmless to them. Excellent for the beach or for lots of activity. Runs big .. my dog is medium sized , about 28 pounds. and had to change the small for an xsmall.

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Friday, March 7, 2014

Ruffmaxx Camouflage Pet Kennel, 40-Inch 70 to 90-Pound

Ruffmaxx Camouflage Pet Kennel, 40-Inch 70 to 90-PoundI bought this crate for shipping my 70lb Malamute/Shepherd from Seattle to Hawaii. It worked perfectly, got him to me safe and sound, and turns out to be a great on-the-go carrier as well.

In researching carriers I decided to go with a bigger than necessary carrier as my dog is fluffy and tall. This way he would pass muster at the airport. The carrier was delivered timely and without a problem. It was even easily assembled by my not quite mechanically inclined father. The carrier is solidly molded plastic with metal screws and plastic nuts that hold the two halves together. There are two screws at the door (one on each side), three along each side, and two in the back. The screws also have a square neck at their base allowing them to 'lock' into the bottom half of the carrier and not unscrew themselves in transit. There are full panels of large vents on all three sides (*back included*) on the top half of the carrier. I went with this style mainly because my dog is a bit of an escape artist and I read reviews of the other 'set-in' wire vents being popped out. It is also one of the few large carriers that has venting in the back to be IATA compliant. The door is a simple squeeze type lock, that rotates on a single stationary rod. The metal rods protrude into small molded cavities for each contact point (not just a hole) making it nice and secure. There are also pre-drilled zip-tie holes to even more securely lock the door. They even got these right putting one hole on each side at the top corners of the door, one on each side on the bottom corners of the door, and one on each side in the middle of the door sides and staggered it so one side zips to the top half of the carrier, and the other zips to the bottom half. They also have pre-drilled airplane tie down holes in the corners of the lip where two halves meet. The bottom of the carrier has a raised center area creating an approximately 2 inch border "moat" around the outer edge of the crate bottom that helps pool any fluids away from the dog should they be unable to control themselves on the scary flight. It does not come with a carry handle on the top of the carrier (it's too heavy to carry like that) but does have built in carry grips on the sides of the carrier. The camouflage color is actually subtle and not obnoxious at all. The bottom half is solid dark green. I am very pleased with the carrier and definitely recommend it for your pet transport needs.

Oh, the only down side. For travel purposes it does not come with food/water bowls, or required 'live animal' stickers. But those are easily found here on Amazon, or at your local pet store.

Couldn't be more pleased with this crate. Solid plastic. Good construction. Door works fine. Doesn't look bad.

My newly adopted pit bull went right in and made it her second home.

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Monday, January 20, 2014

Goughnut Black Ball Rubber Dog Chew Toy

Goughnut Black Ball Rubber Dog Chew ToyWe have an 85 pound lab/shepherd/pit mix who can decimate a piece of firewood in under 20 minutes, reducing it to splinters (an honest 21" diameter piece of white oak firewood). We've bought "invincible chains", which lasted 5 minutes. We've bought "tire tough" toys, which lasted 10 minutes. The Kong Black toys lasted a few weeks. She currently has the Goughnuts Stick, Ball, and Doughnut in the black rubber strength, which is the strongest they make.

One of the things that makes our dog so effective at destroying items isn't her pure bite strength, but rather her intelligence. She identifies weak points in toys and persists until she's wrecked them. With the Goughnuts brand toys, there are no weak points. They do exactly what they say they do, they cost what they cost (which, for a truly unique, researched, and engineered product is not much), and I don't have to watch our dog very carefully while she has her chew toys. This is particularly important since we let her have one in her crate at night ... otherwise, she'll destroy her bedding

Besides, we probably spent $200 on "chew toys" that lasted her 5-30 minutes before being destroyed. This one costs $28, is safe for your pet, and they'll unconditionally replace it if your dog manages to breach the safety margin ... forever. How is that not a great value?

The ball and stick toys from them that we own are labeled "interactive play item, not intended as a pure chew toy". If they get destroyed, I'm not taking them up on their guarantee, because I'm letting our dog use them as a chew toy. I'll take away the damaged one, and buy her another. She's been working on them for almost a year now, and I haven't had to live up to that intent yet. They all look nearly brand new.

I have a pitbull and they are knowing as being super chewers. I did not think I could ever find a toy that MoMo could not kill in a matter of minutes. The pet store recommend a chew toy made of fire hose nope 5 minutes and that was destroyed. Next they recommended this tire with a rope well I knew the rope had no chance but a tire ok worth a shot. Well the tire set a record at 30 minutes before MoMo bit a huge monster chunk out of it. Now for the goughnut. We have a winner. MoMo can bareley leave a tooth mark and will chew and chew until he has fallen a sleep with it in his mouth or all slobbered to death next to him. If your dog has chewed thru everything you have tried then you need to go all out and get a goughnut plus if they do kill it then its only $4.95 shipping to replace it.

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I am a professional dog trainer and own EIGHT German line German Shepherds. These dogs are T O U G H on toys! POWER Chewers! They should be the test market for any new product that the manufacturer thinks is tough! Until Goughnuts, I spent a fortune on black Kong toys, and anything else that claimed they were indestructible, and never expected them to last more than a few months. The Goughnuts last for years!

The balls are exceptional. They bounce like crazy. They float in the pool!

The toys are outside all year around and we live in Idaho with the toughest winters you can imagine. These toys weather like no other.

The balls and rings are the toughest. The sticks are wonderful too, but my dogs have chewed the ends off after a LONG time. You don't have to have the receipt to return them. Just go to the Goughnut website and follow the instructions. They will replace them, no questions asked and promptly! Even repeat offenders!

I endorse them to my dog training clients!

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My dog (60lb Lab) is a "power chewer", he's destroyed 2 black Kongs already. I use them for reward only, so it's not like he gets to just chew on them all day either. This is the ONLY product he hasn't destroyed. The lifetime warranty means I don't have to worry about if he ever does. The only way to improve this product would be if it was a slightly different shape so it wouldn't roll away when he drops it.

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I have Labs and an English Bull Dog, all of whom are MAJOR chewers. These are the only toys that have, so far, proved indestructible. One of my Labs has three titanium crowns on his canine teeth and is absolutely prohibited from hard toys such as Nylabones, so the Goughnuts are soft enough for his teeth, but hold up like nothing else.

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Sunday, December 22, 2013

Havahart Wireless Radial-Shape2 Wireless Fence Extra Collar

Havahart Wireless 5134GXS2 Radial-Shape2 Wireless Fence Extra Collar, Small DogSince we dont actually own our home we were forced to consider out of the box options for pet containment. Fences and wired fences were to much money to leave when we move. The Radial shape 2 was a great purchase. Our Dalmatian picked up on it fast and we have never had a problem. with our home layout and out buildings our effective range is 175 ft which gives our dogs ample room. their collar is cheap and flimsey so we got a leather one from TSC and popped two holes in it for the screws and fastened the prongs over the collar on the screws. have yet to have a problem other than the battery dies once a day so changing the battery has just become another daily chore. Get up, feed dogs, change batteries, put old ones in charger. but we always put them on before letting them out and take them off in the house. Like all other things with dogs it becomes habit. we are looking forward to visiting our cabin and taking the base and collars with us. I love the portability of this thing. just make sure you hang up the collars or put them on a shelf so they cant chew them up.

Love the idea the unit can be moved and take with you anywhere, also easy to set up, and no digging.

the cons are the battery needs to be replaced ever other day, which means you constantly have to charge batteries, and the constant changing of batteries wore out the tangs on the inside of the collar unit and now it will not work properly at all, it took just over a year, so now I am not warrentied. I shouldnt have to buy a new collar every year to year and 1/2 due to this design flaw, yes this will happen to you :( !!

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We have two big Blackmouth Curs who we want loose to protect both us and our critters. This allows us to do that without worrying about them getting hit on the highway.

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Have 5 acres & was able to set at 200 ft & it keeps dogs in yard. Must daily change battery but worth it. Our 2 large German Shepherds learn boundary settings in 2 days.

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Batteries only last two or three days. If the batteries lasted a week, I would give this product five stars! I like the fact that I can set the boundary to contain them in the majority of the yard, so that I am not feeling that my babies are too limited. Changing the batteries every other day is getting exhausting however.

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Friday, December 20, 2013

Extra Fine Chrome Snake Chain

Guardian Gear X-Fine Chrome Snake Dog Chain, 12-InchI got this specifically as a "show" collar for a very large and heavy (~120lbs) dog. I got the 24" size and it did just fit over his head. I was initially concerned about whether the chain would hold if I really needed to restrain him, since the link size is very delicate-looking. I had no issues using this at all, and it held even when I had to pull him away from another dog. For the show ring, it disappears completely since my dog has a ruff of neck fur. Nice!

Another super Amazon purchase. These are great for the people who want a choke chain for a dog that doesnt really need a lot of pull and something that looks nice. We love them and have them on both of our Dobermans.

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This snake chain was a perfect fit and great for showing. I will buy one again. Thank you very much!

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My dogs are large and strong and I walk three at a time so I need to have control. These collars slide smoothly so they don't stay tight, they release right away. Because they are thin they get the dogs attention, but they don't damage their coats. I use these collars every day and when I take them off you can't tell the dogs ever had a collar on. My dogs all have long bright white fur on their necks and have experienced discoloration from other collars but not from these. As with any choke style collar I do not allow my dogs to run loose or play wearing these for safety reasons. I highly recommend the Guardian Gear Chrome Snake Dog Chains for obedience work. They are a quality collar, look great, and get the job done. They are also strong. You can provide a sharp correction to a large dog with no fear of the collar failing.

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Chain is not weighted as heavily as I would like, though I do like the fine size of the links. I have bought better chains in the past. Would prefer a smaller link at each end.

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Tuesday, November 26, 2013

R2 Fish School Complete Fish Training Kit

R2 Fish School Complete Fish Training KitGot the training kit and think it is pure genius. I have been in the professional animal training world for 35 years. I specialized in elephants and exotic animals . I learned operant conditioning at an early stage in my career and was able to use this knowledge to improve my understanding of training theories and applications in training for more humane results.

I agree with the other reviews that this kit is complete and was put together with real some real indepth thought behind it. The DVD is so easy to follow and the pieces almost self explainatory in the way they snap together.

This kit is super for parents just wanting to interact with their children. The kit would be wonderful also for teachers wanting an in classroom project. A Shrine Hospital treating kids or a day care could easily have a mascot for the children and teach the fish for fun as well as entertainment.

Where I see the real value in the R2 Fish School trainig kit is teaching adults though. I know many adults would think they are beyond a fish training kit .In my years of teaching and consulting on behavioral modification in the Zoo world I could have definately used this kit to expand peoples understanding of operant conditioning and learning theory. There seems to be a new wave of people involved in what is known as clicker training . There are some trainers even holding seminars to share these techniques. One noted expert has newcomers to the field of operant conditioniong train chickens so the students can learn the theory and application hands on in a class room. The fish could replace the chicken and is easier to house, clean and care for in many enviorments than are chickens.I know you can get more reinforcements into a chicken but each of these animals has its individual benifits to training it. Training this little fish demonstrates most of all that animals can and wil learn with out physical coercion. No bridle or bit, no choke chain or leash . Just you your intelect and the use of positive reinforcements to accomplish a wide range behaviors you never thought a fish could do.

If you want a fun productive, interactive, and worthwhile training tool this is it.It is not just for kids.

You clicker trainers out their interested in this R2 fish kit may take note. This kit does not have a clicker included .Those of you who would want to use this to teach adults could use a slight single tap on the side of the glass when pressenting a food reinforcement . This taping noise association quickly would replace the clicker as a secondary reinforcer or bridging stimulus.

Do not be surprised if you see this in the Sea World gift shops soon.

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Got mine Friday....already trained my Betta to swim through the hoop....Tunnel trick next. The DVD and manual are really easy to understand. The DVD is actually very entertaining....I'm sure my Betta won't be as successful as Comet but we'll give it a shot! The parts are very well made and well engineered. I recommend this product to any fish lover...its also great for kids educational & fun. My son can't wait to participate in our nightly training sessions!

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R2 Fish School

I purchased the R2 Fish School to explore the possibility of Animal Assisted Therapy. With the advancement of microcontrollers and sensors it'll be possible to setup a tank that is interactive and gives feedback.

I've gone through a two year program that teaches you how to train your own assistance dog. Shane and I graduated four years ago and I use operant conditioning to improve upon current skills or teach new ones that we need.

I think the greatest benefit of the R2 Fish School kit is that it removes barriers of learning positive reinforcement that happens when you try to train a dog.

* Even though 90% of our dog's communication is through body language, we assume they understand full sentences, and get frustrated when they don't. We don't expect that with fish.

* We expect that dogs have the same learning curve as us, and get frustrated that it's ten times greater or that they'll chain together behaviors quicker. We don't expect that of fish.

* It's easy to get physical with the dog to put him in the right position. Can't do that with fish.

* The hardest thing for people to grasp about operant conditioning is that the animal is the operator, you are the vending machine. When the animal deposits the right change (behavior), you dispense the treat. You're forced to do that with fish.

If you want to become a better dog trainer, fish will help you get the techniques of operant conditioning faster. In my mind the cost of starting for scratch with a brand new tank, fish and R2 Fish School will save you a lot of frustration.

As other reviewers have pointed out there is a lot of value in the R2 Fish kit.

* 45 minute DVD that shows you the training techniques. Father and son Dean and Kyle Pmerleau developed the kit and Dean leads you through the process of using the kit and training the behaviors. Kyle provides comic relief to breakup the segments.

* 32 page booklet on how to use and assemble the equipment.

* Large Fish School Platform with holes to plug in the equipment

* Compact Weighted base

* Feeding Wand

* Feeding Wand extension

* Five 4.5 inch post

* One 6.5 inch post

* Two 5 inch Uprights with holes to create a goal post or limbo bar

* Cross bar for the upright post

* Expansion hoop connector & tubing so that you can create a variable size hoop for your fish to swim through

* 3 inch sheet of plastic to construct a tunnel

* 5 inch sheet of plastic to construct a tunnel

* Tunnel mount

* Two 1.5 inch tunnel straps

* Two 2.5 inch tunnel straps

* Retrieval & placement tool with a hook

* Retrieval & placement tool with a net

* Three different size soccer balls for your fish to push into the goal

* Soccer goal

* Soccer Goal Post Clips to help guide the ball into the net

* Football designed so that your fish can pick it up.

* Three different size fetch rings for your fish to retrieve

* Slalom Adapter

* Basketball that floats on the surface so that your fish can make a basket

* Basketball hoop with suction cup so that the hoop can be placed near the surface for the basket ball.

A lot of thought went into this kit. An example is the goal post clips that guide the soccer ball into the net. Without them the soccer ball could become trapped between the goal post and the training platform walls. It's important that you plan your training session so that the animal doesn't get frustrated. The goal post clips are an example of this technique.

I had known for a few years that it was possible to train fish, but had never taken the time to do it. Dean & Kyle took the time and a lot of thought and care went into the design of this kit. Operant conditioning isn't a way to control your pet, but a way of communicating.

My assistance dog Shane was considered un-adoptable by both the humane society and the Labrador rescue group. Everyone who adopted him found him to be too wild and demanding. But he passed his temperament test for the assistance dog school, he was given to me by the Labrador rescue foundation and I was told I couldn't give him back.

Operant conditioning saved his life and improved mine. I know from experience that if I had this kit back then it would have helped me get the training techniques faster.

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I just received my R2 Fish School Training Kit and I just LOVE it! These folks have thought of *everything* retrieval tools, feeding wand, various hoops and tunnels and fetch rings too! The items are all made with really nice sturdy quality. I think this is a really nice set up for those of us learning to train a fish. Thank you, R2 Fish School!

Helix Fairweather Clicker Expo Faculty, Karen Pryor Academy Faculty

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I was given a goldfish from the fair a few months ago, and decided to try out the kit. It is amazing how quickly he learned and actually being able to interact with a fish. This kit got me so impassioned about the little guy that he now has a huge well maintained pen, four tank mates, and a much more engaged and responsible fish owner. All four of the goldfish (one is a black moor) do tricks now and through teaching the tricks I have learned about each of their "personalities". I am leaving the community tank behind for college, but I may buy a cichlid or bring one of the fantails with so I can have a real college pet and because the trained fish really are a hit with my friends.

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Thursday, November 21, 2013

The Dog's Way DVD Training Course

The Dog's Way DVD Training CourseThe Dog's Way dvd training program (thedogsway.com) consists of 12 step by step lessons on 5 DVDs including walking on a loose leash, sit, stay, walking next to you in a controlled way, leaving things alone without having to use the "leave it" command, coming when called, staying in a down for 10+minutes, temporary boundaries (staying out of kitchen when eating), permanent boundaries (not going out front door), staying quiet, etc. The program was designed by Master Dog Trainer, Sean McDaniel, and you see him training real dog owners with their clearly untrained dogs. There are before and after videos and you get to see their trial and error with the lessons. The other great thing about this type of training is it does not really on treats. It relies on the pack mentality and the relationship between dog and owner. It is perfect if you don't have the time or money to be able to go to obedience training classes in person. You basically get unlimited access to dog training lessons for the price of one hour of in home dog training or a group class. Personally, I think this is better because you can watch the lessons over and over if you forget something. I really need to hear or see things over and over before they stick in my head so the videos have been great. It also comes with reminder cards that you can take with you when you practice each lesson with your dog. They have a "Do" side and a "Don't" side which I have found quite useful. I am on lesson 4 right now, so I will update more as I go along, but it really works! I always thought that my husband was the "alpha" and that was why my dog listened to him more, but I am finding by following Sean's theory, he listens to me too! Our last boxer was small and she was old by the time we had kids, so we never really trained her. Our new boxer is 65 pounds of energy so we knew we had to train him, especially with the kids around. I highly recommend these videos! You can tell Sean really cares about the relationship between owner and dog and wants you to be able to enjoy your dog more. I can't wait to watch more lessons and practice them.

When you purchase the videos, you will also get a password so you can access student only videos on the website. The website (thedogsway.com) also has the success story videos of the owners and dogs that were on the videos if you want to check it out.

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Go Pet Club 24-Inch High Wire Play Pen 8-Panels

Go Pet Club 24-Inch High Wire Play Pen 8-PanelsI love x-pens-so adaptable and compact to carry. I use this black 24" to funnel the doggies from house to temporary pen. The 24" is excellent as I can step over. It moves into a multitude of shapes and is lightweight, but sturdy. Has a carry handle when collapsed and 2 clips to make it a stand-alone pen. Great price too and free shipping.

Very nice quality for the price. Now we use it unfolded as a blockade against the puppy getting into areas we don't want her having access to. Versatile!

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Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Yeowww Catnip Tub, 2-Ounce

Yeowww Catnip Tub, 2-OunceMy cats LOVE this catnip... it really is more of the seeds than the leaves... so they can smell it from across the house

All of my catnip-loving cats LOVE YEOWWW catnip and we've tried just about all of them! This is a 4-paws up favorite in our household.

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My babies love it!! It is the best!! So much fun watching them play!!! This is their favorite catnip ever!

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I was looking forward to receiving catnip that my three cats would really love. Unfortunately, when I received your product and sprinkled it over some of the cat toys my cats were not impressed. They barely took time to sniff the new catnip. I was unhappy with their response. Your product was no more potent than the catnip I purchase at the food stores in my city. If you should produce something stronger, more potent I might want to try again. Sorry, positive response from me or my cats.

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Thursday, June 20, 2013

Puppy Play Date DVD

Puppy Play Date DVDThis video came as a "bonus video" when we ordered a video about Training Your Cocker Spaniel Puppy. So we watched it with our 18 week old Cocker Spaniel Sandy and she really enjoyed it. She sat there wagging her tail and actually tried to jump up at the TV a few times. It really seemed to hold her attention. It runs for just about 30 minutes but then repeats over and over again. We would not have purchased this video separately, but were surprised how good it was when it came as a bonus video included with the training DVD we ordered.

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