The outdoor training season is here!
Training with the dog outside is important to teach proper social skills and make sure he or she listens well to commands. When you’re outside, the distractions are much greater for the dog and for you. Therefore, it is important to be able to focus your full attention on the exercises you do with your dog. The right accessories can help with that. NOHO agency shares a top four accessories to help you train your dog.
1. Click ‘n treat
When you’re training outdoor, you can’t walk empty-handed. Ideally, you want to have a supply of dog treats with you, but at the same time keep your hands free. That’s why EQDOG‘s Click ‘n Treat (left image) is ideal. This dog treat bag can be opened with one hand and has an extra large opening so you can grab a treat super fast. The Click ‘Treat has a removable treat pouch that is 100 percent water resistant. So you can easily clean it after each training session. The length-adjustable leash easily attaches and detaches with the snap buckle and has a maximum length of 145 cm. This allows you to wear the Click ‘n Treat around your hip or over the shoulder.
2. Bandee: pouch+
Need more storage space? Then opt for the Bandee: pouch+ (right image) from Bandee by Owney. This ergonomic waist bag has enough room for poop bags, treats for the dog as well as for you, your cell phone, wallet and a bottle of water. Like the Click ‘n Treat, the Bandee pouch+ is easy to open and equipped with a removable insert pocket where you can store dog treats. The Bandee: pouch+ has extra loops to which you can attach leashes and carabiners and is available in four different sizes:
- Small 81 – 89 cm
- Medium 90 – 98 cm
- Large 99 – 106 cm
- XLarge 107 -120 cm
3. Dog Sport Vest
Owney Outdoor makes outdoor apparel specifically for dog lovers, including several (softshell and fleece) intermediate jackets and body warmers that are ideal during the outdoor training season. The Dog Sport Vest (left image) is specifically designed for outdoor training and equipped with six front pockets, one large dummy back pocket, an additional zippered back tunnel pocket, two D-rings for attaching further equipment, and mesh inserts on the back for proper ventilation. The dog sport vest is available in different versions:
- ladies: in the colors petrol, anthracite and anthracite-green, in sizes XS-4XL
- men: in the color anthracite, in sizes XXS-3XL
4. Harness with handle
Of course a good, sturdy leash is necessary in dog training, but the same goes for a good harness with which you can quickly grab your dog if needed. EQDOG‘s harnesses are equipped with a strong handle that allows you to lift up to 170 kilos (!). You can therefore easily correct and stop the average dog with the Classic Harness (available in sizes S, M and L/XL) or Pro Harness (available in sizes XS, S, M and L/XL) from EQDOG. The lightweight harnesses feature an ergonomic design and are easily adjusted to fit the dog’s body.
More tips?
NOHO agency assists you in all seasons with the best products for dogs and dog owners. Want more tips? Or do you want to stock up for the outdoor training season? Call +31(0)6 109 104 63 or email info@noho.nl.
Opting for dog shoes
Most dog paws can stand a little cold. Still, when ground frost or freezing temperatures hit, your canine pal could use some help in the form of dog shoes – not only to keep paws warm, but also to prevent slipping. Even in summer, dog shoes can prevent paw pads from burning. Discover the multifunctional 4Season dog shoe by EQDOG.
Protection for vulnerable doggies
You may already use a dog coat to protect your dog from the weather. But dog shoes can also help your dog when weather conditions are bad, especially more fragile dogs like puppies and dogs in their senior years. In winter, dog shoes help prevent ice clogging between toes and they provide grip on slippery surfaces. In summer, dog shoes protect sensitive paw pads from being burned by super-hot surfaces such as asphalt or sand. Older dogs with joint problems or conditions like hip dysplasia benefit from extra grip under their paws all year round.
What should you pay attention to?
When you choose dog shoes, you want to be sure that the shoes provide the necessary grip and protection. So, there should be a proper non-slip coating, but the dog shoes should also have a good fit and shouldn’t come off quickly. Some dogs need to get used to walking on dog shoes. They may then bite and pull at the dog shoe. A good, sturdy dog shoe can withstand this kind of behaviour and is made of safe materials. Also note that most dogs have larger front legs than back legs. That’s why you also need to buy two different sizes of dog shoes.
Grip on the paws
EQDOG’s 4 Season dog shoes are made of strong and durable thermoform with a soft, reliable non-slip sole and hexagonal tread pattern. This allows your dog to keep a good grip even on slippery, rocky trails and icy roads. The durable superfiber finish on the front of the shoe protects against sharp and cutting objects. This rubber is also cleverly applied, to just past the middle of the shoe. There, the superfiber layer extends into nylon, making the shoe even more flexible, thus matching the natural posture of the legs. In addition, powerful Velcro closure provides extra security.
Complete with dog socks
From XXS to XL, EQDOG’s 4 Season dog shoes are sold in 6 different sizes and in sets of two, so you will always have the best fitting shoe for your dog’s paws. The wide opening allows you to put on or take off the dog shoe easily and quickly. In turn, the extra wide space for the toes offers walking comfort and the reflective stripes offer better visibility. In addition, the dog shoes come with microfiber socks that provide an extra barrier against dirt and moisture. The dog socks also protect against possible friction while walking. A walk through the rain is no problem, as the waterproof coating keeps most of the moisture away from the paws.
Warm toes
Do you wish every dog has warm toes this winter? Then get the 4Season dog shoe by EQDOG. Want to see and test them in real life first? Let us know: call +31(0)6 109 104 63 or email info@noho.nl.