Squishy Face Studio Flirt Pole V2 with Lure - Durable Dog Toy for Fun Obedience Training & Exercise, Rainbow Tie Dye, Regular - 36 inch

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A flirt pole is fantastic for dogs who love to chase – especially those with a higher chase drive than others, like sighthounds. It can really help to train a strong ‘drop it’ too! It comes with a durable polyester webbing Lure, and it’s just the right size for our furry friends. The V2 also has a comfortable grip and a safe, easy-to-use design. Wearing closed toe shoes is recommended if your dog has a tendency to run over your feet, with claws digging in.

Features: Most of the toy is made of nylon rope, which is relatively durable and holds up well against regular tuggers. The lure has a squeaker and a rattle for double the noisy fun. High-energy dogs LOVE to chase flirt poles. Large dogs, small dogs, and dogs of any size or breed burn tons of energy with this interactive dog toy. Get them to run, leap, and jump after the toy while swinging it in the air. Make it a goal to get your dog jumping higher and higher. The nice part about DIY flirt poles is you can try all kinds of different materials, cords, toys, etc.! Get creative! Swinging while dragging the lure along the ground will create an effect of an animal running or an object escaping. In turn, the dog will run to chase the lure.Flirt poles can help you teach behaviors that are important for your dog’s obedience and safety: sit, leave it , wait, take it, drop it, etc. The type of activity that a flirt pole encourages is for healthy dogs in good physical condition. Flirt pole exercises should not be done with very young dogs (under a year) or with dogs that are not in good health such as obese dogs, dogs with joint problems or dogs with heart problems. Anyone with a large dog, like a pitbull or GSD, knows that finding durable toys can be a challenge!

This is not a chew toy nor should the dog be allowed to rip at it. If your dog breaks the cord with their teeth or rips out chunks, this will not be honoured in any warranty claim.The research team at Train Your GSD is made up of passionate pet owners that endure hours researching products for their own pets. Many people use a toy on a rope or worse a leash, the leash is swung around and the snap hits the dog or pup in the head, game over... Our flirt pole has light flat nylon cord to attach a soft leather bite rag to it, no harm can be done but it is tough enough to play a pretty vigorous game of tug!" It’s also really important to warm down afterwards. For this we recommend using scent games to refocus your dog’s brain and slowly cool them down. You will need The objective is to tease your dog & induce him/her to chase the fabric bait. Your dog’s job is to... A flirt pole is a seriously versatile piece of exercise equipment for dogs. It can be used indoors or outdoors, in any weather, and by dogs of any size or breed.

Step two: Cut your rope or bungee cord to size using a stanley knife. You’ll want this to be the length of the pole and add at least 40cm onto the end, depending on how big your dog is. a great training and conditioning tool for certain competitions such as lure-coursing and Schutzhund. Another common issue is finding toys that are the right size; German shepherds are large dogs, and many toys are simply too small to provide an adequate level of stimulation. Our German Shepherds are always playful and full of energy, and the Squishy Face Studio Flirt Pole V2 is the perfect way to help them burn off some steam.The good news is that flirt poles are relatively easy to use and don’t require a lot of training. But there are a few things you can do to make the experience more enjoyable for both you and your dog. You can encourage sit by rewarding your dog whenever he naturally offers it, as well as when you specifically ask, so he learns it pays to sit often around you. There are plenty of opportunities every day for practising wait — at doorways, when jumping out of the car, while you place his dinner on the floor, and so forth. Quite often chase behaviours are directed towards “prey” such as other animals, but they can also be directed towards moving objects such as cars, bikes, people running, and other dogs. That same year, I needed emergency surgery after breaking my tib/fib in three places. As a result, I was physically unable to give him proper exercise for several months. Cover the washer-end of PVC pipe with the sports tape roughly a quarter of the way up. The sports tape is mainly for your comfort. An added benefit is it stops the pipe from slipping if your palms become sweaty.

Using a flirt pole is an excellent opportunity to deepen the bond you have with your dog. And give them a great mental and physical workout too! #7 – Flirt Poles are Perfect for Smaller Spaces We strongly recommend that you do not allow your dog to keep the toy after interaction has finished. If your dog doesn’t know the following cues: wait, take it, leave it, drop it. Practice with treats first, then a tug toy, then move on to the flirt pole. The other great thing about the whips is that they are constructed as one solid piece from tip to handle, so they are extremely durable and can take a lot of force.Plus, if you're struggling with puppy biting then a flirt pole is a must-have for you!! Keep reading to learn why ⤵️ You’re now ready to introduce the flirt pole. For safety, keep the toy trailing along or very slightly above the ground so your dog doesn’t have to leap up for it, which could lead to injury and can be damaging for joints.