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Agility Jumps and Hurdles for Big Dogs

January 27th 2010 20:39
When it comes to watching small or medium-large dogs in an agility competition, I'd much rather watch the larger dogs. The larger dogs seem to have more of a challenge with the jumps and hurdles because they are set pretty high, of course all adjusted to the height of the dog.

The main hurdles that you'll find include the single bar jump, double bar, triple bar, and the panel jump. These can be purchased for practice at home. But, you'll also find water hurdles in the ground and other hurdles that the dog may have to jump over; but you can't really purchase a hole in the ground filled with water.

The below agility equipment are sized for medium to large dogs according to the AKC and USDAA standards. The equipment is made of a rust resistance metal and is easy to break apart. Each obstacle comes with its own carrying case so that you're not toting around several poles and bars.

You can purchase the obstacles in different colors, but for the most part red and white is the general standard.


Agility Single Bar Hurdle For Large Dogs/Red and White
119.99- The height of the large dog single bar jump adjusts from 4 inches to 36 inches, and it has an overall height of 48 inches. The basic design is pretty simple. It's made of a rust resistance metal frame for outdoor use, but you can use the jump inside as well.


Agility Double Parallel Bar Hurdle For Large Dogs/Red and White
149.99- The double bar jump includes two bars that the dog must clear without knocking over or touching. The bars adjust from 4 to 24 inches for larger dogs.


Agility Triple Parallel Bar Hurdle For Large Dogs/Red and White
169.99- The triple bar has three bars that the dog must clear without touching, making it a little harder. The bars adjust from 4 to 24 inches high, according to the dog's height.


Agility Panel Jump For Large Dogs/Red and White
139.99- The panel jumps are pretty simple and very similar to the single bar jump in terms of ease of clearing. The panels are set at 2 inch increments, and adjust from 4 to 24 inches for larger dogs, which are the AKC and USDAA standards.


Dog Agility Tire Jump
89.99- Like he other jumps, the tire jump is foldable. It's made of PVC coated metal and includes a carrying case for easy portability. You'll receive two tires with two different apertures- a 20 inch and a 22 inch. The tire jump doesn't come in big and small dog versions, because it is fully adjustable so that you can adjust the height of the tire for the height of the dog.




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Dog Hurdles and Jumps for Small Dogs

January 23rd 2010 19:58
When training my dog to run agility obstacles, I found that the jumps were the easiest to train. You start them low and you slowly raise the bar to the appropriate height, but when training small dogs, it's hard to start too low. The best thing is to start with the bar on the ground, then work your way up. Although, depending on the size of the dog, you may not be working too far up.

The bars are raised in 2 inch increments, and if you have a Yorkie or Shih Tzu sized dog, you're not going to be raising the bar up to 10 inches.

When training the different jumps and hurdles, you'll want to start simple. Start with the single bar jump, and work your way up to the triple bar and then the tire. The flat panel hurdle is similar to the bar jump, so once the dog masters the single bar, go ahead and check out the flat panel, and then move to the double bar agility jump.

If you're just looking for something to run the dog around while outside, you don't necessarily need all of the agility obstacles. One or two jumps would be perfect to run off the energy in your hyperactive Jack Russell Terrier.


Agility Single Bar Hurdle For Small Dogs/Red and White
99.99- The single bar jump consists of one bar the the dog must clear without hitting it. When it comes to small dogs, the height is much less than it is for a big dog. Small dog jumps are about 4-18 inches high at 2 inch increments. The total height is 36 inches. This particular obstacle is easy to set up and break down; plus it comes with a carrying case for easy storage.


Agility Double Parallel Bar Hurdle For Small Dogs/Red and White
119.99- The double bar jump has two bars that the dog must clear without knocking over or kicking either bar. It adjusts from 4 to 18 inches depending on the height of the dog.


Agility Triple Parallel Bar Hurdle For Small Dogs/Red and White
139.99- The triple bar hurdle includes three bars that the dog must fully clear for a good jump. For small dogs, the height varies from 4 to 18 inches at 2 inch increments, which is hte standard for both the AKC and USDAA.


Agility Panel Jump For Small Dogs/Red and White
119.99- With a single flat panel, you add the panels at varying increments according to the height of the dog.


Dog Agility Tire Jump
89.99- Like he other jumps, the tire jump is foldable. It's made of PVC coated metal and includes a carrying case for easy portability. You'll receive two tires with two different apertures- a 20 inch and a 22 inch. The tire jump doesn't come in big and small dog versions, because it is fully adjustable so that you can adjust the height of the tire for the height of the dog.



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Dog See Saw and A-Frame

January 19th 2010 19:27
You'll find that when training a dog to run an obstacle course, each dog will have his favorite obstacles, and a lot of dogs like the seesaw and A-frame. But, at the same time, it can be pretty scary once you're at the top. There's just no way down but down.

The seesaw can be hard to train because dogs just aren't used to wobbly and unstable surfaces. The ground doesn't move when your walking on it, so it can be awkward. Just take your time when training, and definitely have fun.

If your dog isn't having fun, then it's time to stop for a little while and take a break.

Agility courses are fun to watch, but many people just don't realize how much work really goes into training a dog to successfully run the course. It takes a lot of training. First, you've got to make sure the dog has all his basic obedience commands down pat, and then you've got to work on the obstacles.

Not everyone is cut out to train and run a dog agility course, but if you ever have the opportunity, it's something that I think everyone should try at least once. Dogs really do enjoy taking command and being able to run around. You can really see it in the eyes of a dog who runs agility, how much he loves it- waiting for the next cue and obstacle.


Agility See Saw/Royal Blue - 12' Long, 12" Wide
599.99- The See Saw comes in 3'L x 12"W sections that unfold into a 12' x 12" agility seesaw. The frame of the seesaw is made of aluminum which is lightweight, making set up and break down a little easier because you don't have to lug about heavy equipment pieces. The surface is has a grip on it, and there's a balance device that allows the see-saw to restore back into its place once the dog runs up and down it. You'll also find that the agility seesaw has friction controls to adjust the speed.


Dog Agility A-Frame /Royal Blue - 7' Long, 36" Wide
699.99- The A-Frame includes two 7 foot ramps that are 36 inches wide. The frame is aluminum, allowing for quick and easy set up and break down.




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Tunnels and Chutes

January 15th 2010 18:57
Tunnels and chutes are probably two of the harder obstacles to teach dogs how to run through. Dogs are generally pretty fearful of running through the long, dark tunnel or having the chute material fall close to their body.

When training your dog to run through the tunnel or the chute while working on agility obstacles, you'll want to work slowly with him because if you create a bad experience, the dog may be scared of the obstacle from then on.

The last thing that you want to do is scare the dog you hope to one day compete in agility competitions with. You'll never finish the run with a good time.

When you're training your dog to run through an agility course, you should first make sure that he is comfortable and 100 percent on his basic obedience commands, especially if you plan on competing with him. Otherwise, if it's just for fun, the basic obedience commands are still a concern to make sure that your dog knows.

If you're looking for a small agility course that you can set up at home, definitely consider a tunnel and chute as a part of your course. If you have the space, I'd highly recommend it. Agility is a great way so that your dog can exercise and exert the energy. A tired dog is a well behaved dog.

Plus, when you're out running around the yard or field training agility with your dog, you're exercising and getting fit. It really is a win-win situation.


Agility Tunnel 24" Diameter, 18' Long - Royal Blue
159.99- The basic tunnel is going to be able 24 inches wide and about 18 feet long. The material is made of a lightweight nylon. You can generally form the tunnel into different curves, but it's best to keep it pretty simple with a slight curve, if not kept straight. Generally, the tunnels can be folded and stored in a carrying bag when not in use.


Agility Chute 24" Diameter, 18' Long/Open Front, Collapsed Tail - Royal Blue
109.99- The basic chute is 24 inches in diameter with a 4 foot front opening. The chute has a 14 foot collapsed end that the dog must run through in order to complete the obstacle. The chute is made of a lightweight, nylon and is fully collapsible. You can purchase extra stabilizers if you want.




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Zodiac Flea and Tick Repellent

January 4th 2010 23:30
The Zodiac brand of flea and tick repellent has always been one of my favorites. I've used it in the yard and around the house with great avail. You always want to use a proper repellent on your pet, but if you have dogs or cats that are both inside and outside, you'll find that in a lot of cases, you just can't prevent everything. So, in order to prevent fleas from investing your home, you'll want to spray the yard with a product that is really going to be worth your month.

Zodiac kills fleas larvae and eggs, as well as ticks, roaches, ants, earwigs, and silverfish.


The 24-oz. Zodiac Carpet and Upholstery Pump Spray, with an ergonomically designed handle, leaves no visible residue and allows the pet owner to direct the desired amount of its dual insect-killing action to just where it's needed. (S)-Methoprene IGR kills larvae and prevents flea eggs from hatching for up to 7 months. Kills adult fleas, ticks, roaches, ants, earwigs and silverfish. Treats up to 300 sq. ft. Leaves no odor, sticky mess or stains.

This triple-action formula not only kills adult fleas and ticks; it also contains the Insect Growth Regulator (S) -Methoprene to kill flea eggs and larvae to prevent flea infestation in your home for up to 7 months. Kills 99% of adult fleas within 10 minutes and continues to work for 10 days. Kills 100% of ticks, cockroaches, and ants on contact. Easy to apply aerosol ~ reduces hand fatigue. 16 oz. treats up to 2,000 sq. ft.

For immediate relief without a mess or hassle, Zodiac on-animal sprays provide a dual-action formula with an adulticide, which kills and repels fleas, ticks and mosquitoes and an Insect Growth Regulator (IGR) to keep flea eggs from hatching. Kills fleas and ticks including those that may carry Lyme-disease. Pleasant scent. Contains (S)-Methoprene Insect Growth Regulator (IGR) to kill and prevent flea eggs from hatching for up to 1 month.

Zodiac foggers, with a dual-action formula, provide the quickest, easiest and most economical way to treat and protect indoor environments. Kills flea eggs and larvae for up to 7 months. Kills adult fleas, ticks, cockroaches, ants, spiders, mosquitoes, and silverfish. Triple-pack (3) 6 oz. foggers treats up to 2,250 sq. ft. Leaves no lingering odor. For use in homes, garages, and kennels.


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There's No Such Thing as a No Shed Dog

November 3rd 2009 18:30
In reality all dogs shed. Whether it be a few hairs while in grooming or constantly throughout the year. All dogs shed. There really is no such thing as a dog that never loses a hair. I have three degrees of shedding. 1) A yorkie with minimal shedding; 2) American Pit Bull Terrier who is a low-medium shedder; and 3) a St. Bernard/Collie mix who is a heavy shedder.

You can easily have a low shedding dog, such as Poodles, Yorkshire Terriers, Maltese, and Schnauzers. Some may even claim American Pit Bulls and Staffordshires as low shedding dogs, but, there is no such thing as a non shedding dog


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Why Should You Adopt an Older Dog

October 26th 2009 17:37
When most people think about getting a dog, they don't really consider bringing home an older dog. Most people think new dog, and they think puppy, but puppies just aren't for everyone, and older dogs still need loving homes, too.

Older dogs, even young adults, show their temperaments, so you don't have to guess will this puppy work with my family when it's a little older? Generally, most older dogs are already house trained, or at least crate trained, which cuts out that aspect of a new dog and training a new dog


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Cataracts if very common in older dogs and dogs with diabetes, and commonly confused with another eye disorder, that causes cloudiness but not vision impairment- nuclear sclerosis. Cataracts causes vision impairment, as well as gives the cloudy appearance.

You can treat cataracts in your dog, but treatment is generally going to be a surgical procedure, and not all dogs are good candidates for the surgery


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Introducing a New Dog to the House

October 3rd 2009 18:44


When you get another dog and you have pets or children at home, you want to make sure that you're equipped enough to know how to deal with the introductions. More than likely you've been thinking about and probably planning on getting the new dog, but even if it was just a spur of the moment thing, it's still very important that you understand how to keep the introductions civil


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Puppies Aren't For Everyone

September 29th 2009 18:51
Everyone wants a puppy, but what everyone doesn't realize is that puppies are more work than they think, and puppies just aren't the best option for everyone. People with busy schedules, and families with young children, really don't need a puppy.

If you think that adult dogs can't learn, you're wrong. If you think that adult dogs can't fully join your family, you're wrong. If you think that adult dogs can't grow up with your child, you're wrong. If you think that adult dogs can't adapt to your lifestyle, you're wrong


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