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A dog’s shyness and fears can stem from many factors, including insufficient early-life experiences, genetic traits or unpleasant incidents. Fears also tend to generalize easily and most of them worsen over time, especially if nothing is done to address them. Whenever we talk about fearfulness...
In the previous article we discussed rewards and timing. Another fundamental pillar of training is the level of requirement, also known as the criterion, and the rate of reinforcement. These two are closely connected. The criterion directly affects the reinforcement rate and the reinforcement rate...
ProPack Weekender – Compact travel and training bag for active dog handlers For active dog handlers, organization, durability and functionality are non-negotiable. The ProPack Weekender delivers all three in a compact, travel-friendly design that’s perfect for training, competitions, seminars and weekend trips. Lightweight yet surprisingly...
If you do not have something your dog wants, training becomes impossible. If you reward your dog at the wrong moment, the dog learns the wrong thing. Reward and timing therefore form the foundation of training. Their importance and role are present every single time...
When a new puppy arrives in a home where there are already other dogs, it is important to move through the introductions a little too slowly rather than rushing things. This is especially important if the older dog in the family is not particularly fond...
Species-typical behaviour is often the most rewarding thing for a dog — and this is exactly why teaching recall can be challenging. Playing with another dog, sniffing the ground or chasing a rabbit are all examples of highly rewarding, natural behaviours for dogs. In every...
SportWarmer vs. ProWarmer – Which winter dog jacket is right for your dog? Choosing the right winter dog jacket can make a significant difference in your dog’s comfort, performance and wellbeing. At Joy of Dog Sports, both the SportWarmer and the ProWarmer are premium, Finnish-designed...
Dogs are learning all the time — whether we intend to teach them or not. Learning doesn’t happen only during structured training sessions. That’s why it’s worth observing how your dog behaves in everyday situations and considering how those moments could be used as part...
Dog breeds have been developed for a wide variety of tasks, and different working roles require different traits from a dog. As a result, every dog has a certain energy level that is influenced by both breed and individual genetics. A dog’s original purpose —...
ProWarmer dog jacket – Ultimate warmth for active dogs in extreme winter conditions When winter truly shows its strength, your dog needs more than a basic winter coat. ProWarmer is a premium winter jacket designed for active dogs who train, compete and move outdoors even...
SportWarmer dog jacket – The perfect companion for active dogs For dog owners who take their pets seriously — whether in canicross, trail running, agility, obedience, or outdoor training — the weather can often be the biggest challenge. Wind, rain, and sudden chills can limit...
Author Kirsi Liikanen, 7 November 2019 Even the best of training cannot succeed if the foundation it is built on is not a solid one. Ideally, a dog’s foundational skills should be built strong when the dog is a puppy, but it’s never too late to work...
Author SportsK9 editorial team, 21 June 2017 How do you build a relationship of trust with your dog? If dogs could choose, what kind of people would they want in their life? To learn more about this intriguing topic, SportsK9 interviewed Miira Hellsten, a qualified full-time animal...
Author Marika Kuoppala, 2 June 2017 In my work as a canine massage therapist, I constantly hear dog owners fret about not being able to spot changes in their dog’s behaviour, movement, etc. early on, only noticing problems when they get bad enough to really...
Author Sari Paavilainen, 30 May 2017 Dreaming of a new puppy usually involves picturing a rosy future with a beautifully behaved dog. Often, however, as that heady puppy smell vanishes, the rose-coloured glasses come off and the challenges start setting in. Your cute youngster pulls...
I can’t believe how wonderful this jacket feels! I love that there is finally a jacket with amazing comfort and stretch, but also with pockets designed for dog owners, large enough so that you can easily take treats and toys with you for both walks and training sessions! I often forget to take this off when I go inside – it’s just that comfortable! 😀
This is an excellent dog sports bag: it keeps all my training gear in order and is easy to carry either as a bag or as a backpack. The best thing I’ve bought all year!
I love this backpack! I’ve had it for a week now and don’t know what I’d do without it. I already had the ProPack bag, but I really like being able to quickly grab the backpack and only take what I need. And the backpack also holds so much stuff – it’s surprisingly spacious! I can organise my things in different compartments so everything has its place. I particularly like the shoe compartment, which I use to store all the dirty and damp gear after training to keep everything else nice and clean on the way home. This backpack is a must-have!
The fit and fabric of this jacket are ridiculously good, making it by far the best jacket ever! Although the jacket is amazingly lightweight, it keeps my dog perfectly dry in the autumn rain.
I got the lilac bag as a Christmas present, just as I’d hoped. And it has met and exceeded all my expectations! I absolutely love it! And I love going to the training centre now, because this bag is a pure joy to use.
I ordered the pink one and it is absolutely wonderful! I got mine quickly after making the order and have been using it ever since. I would never go back to the various carrier bags that I used to lug to training and competition venues. Now I can just wear this on my back, take the crate in one hand and the dog in the other, without having to make several trips back to the car. So easy! So far, I’ve only taken the bag to one competition, but it seems to be really well made and of high quality!
This bag was bigger than I expected: it can easily fit all my training gear and then some! Even though it’s large, it’s also really comfortable to carry as a backpack. It seems very sturdy and easy to clean, and I like how durable the zippers feel. The movable dividers in the main compartment are very handy for keeping the gear for different dog sports from getting mixed up. I also like the pockets designed for documents, clickers and other small items, and the roomy outside pocket where I can keep my training shoes. The colours are nice and bright, and the reflectors are also really good!
An excellent jacket! I’ve been looking for something just like this because my dog dislikes all jackets made of a coarse or noisy fabric. This jacket is so soft, pleasant and silent that my dog loves it, much to my surprise! We’ve found our favourite jacket for training sessions, walks and every other activity!
This training bag has it all: enough space, pockets for smaller items, looks awesome and the quality feels amazing. You can divide the main space with 2 “wall dividers”, and put your shoes to the outside pocket. Turquoise as a colour is beautiful, and so are the other colours too. The reflectors are an awesome bonus that I really appreciate.
This is a fantastic training vest, and I’m so glad I bought it! It’s breathable and unbelievably light to wear. Thanks to its great stretch, I can move freely. I don’t have a single negative thing to say about this vest, only great things. 🙂
This jacket is the best! The elasticity of the fabric is wonderful, and the jacket fits our border collie really well. I also love that it is waterproof. It covers all the big muscles well and keeps my dog nice and warm.
I also ordered the ProWarmer jacket and have been extremely happy with it, too.
I love this training jacket! I’ve been wearing it for a week now, and it’s the only thing I ever want to wear again. It’s extremely comfortable and has a premium feel. There’s lots of room in the pockets for collars, leashes, phone and keys, and I’ve even put a small water bottle in my pocket on a run. I also like that the pockets are deep enough to prevent anything from falling out when I’m training.
Now that we have this, we’ll never go back to anything else. The only thing to decide now is what colour to get next, because I need one for myself as well!
Love it! This training jacket is one that you really want to wear. It doesn’t make you sweat, it doesn’t chafe and it doesn’t feel tight. I’ve worn it for a couple of walks and a couple of training sessions now, and I totally recommend it. Extra points for the back pocket, which can hold so many toys and leashes!
