I brought this for my cockapoo puppy but I'm a little confused on the 8 silver mental clamps? What are these things used for? How do I use them?
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They are ground anchors for when you are using this pen outside. If you are using it inside you won't need them.
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They are ground stakes (to anchor the bottom down) so your pet cannot try to squeeze or lift his/her way out from underneath if the pen is used on unlevel, soft surfaces like grass, dirt, etc.
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It is to hold the pen up for when you use it outside. I love it. I live in an apartment and I can sit on my little patio with this on the grass and my dog gets to enjoy outside time with me.
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Hello and thank you for your inquiry. The silver clamps that you are referring to are what you would use to stake the pen to the ground. I hope this information helps. Have a great day!
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I'm not sure what you are referring to, but mine came with 3 clips to enclose the gate. You can configure it into a circle or rectangle. We bought 2 to make a larger enclosure.
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I recommend a Herm Sprenger prong collar AND guidance from a reputable trainer if you've never used one before. You should also consider a leash that accommodates the backup collar, especially if you choose the quick release prong collar. I agree that you should avoid "house brand" products. My first experience using one was for a nervous, fear aggressive 75 lb. dog; I found it enormously helpful. It also makes 'easy' dogs even easier.
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Not sure in your case, but we started using the head halter after our 1 yr old lab pulled me down on the ground with a traditional collar. We were at obedience class and the trainer saw what happened and told me to go home and order one immediately! Shadow became a different dog! It is still the only thing I trust to be able to "control" him when we walk. (he is 2-1/2 now) He still "fights" it (rubs his nose on the ground trying to get it off) but eventually decides to go along with it and walks beautifully. I would say just keep trying at short intervals until he/she gets used to it. Not sure in your case, but we started using the head halter after our 1 yr old lab pulled me down on the ground with a traditional collar. We were at obedience class and the trainer saw what happened and told me to go home and order one immediately! Shadow became a different dog! It is still the only thing I trust to be able to "control" him when we walk. (he is 2-1/2 now) He still "fights" it (rubs his nose on the ground trying to get it off) but eventually decides to go along with it and walks beautifully. I would say just keep trying at short intervals until he/she... » Read More Not sure in your case, but we started using the head halter after our 1 yr old lab pulled me down on the ground with a traditional collar. We were at obedience class and the trainer saw what happened and told me to go home and order one immediately! Shadow became a different dog! It is still the only thing I trust to be able to "control" him when we walk. (he is 2-1/2 now) He still "fights" it (rubs his nose on the ground trying to get it off) but eventually decides to go along with it and walks beautifully. I would say just keep trying at short intervals until he/she gets used to it. « Show Less
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Parrot Jaw Clamps are very good. They work well with top or side post batteries. They make Parrot jaw clamps because they have heavy springs in them and the thickness of the jaws is for added durability.
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It has 4 penny size stoppers. My older dog might not have felt secure enough, but she's 15 pounds. The pup refused to try it, but my newest pup looks like she might. She's very little, maybe its more secure, it is on a ceramic floor. My daughter gave me the green grass tray and she used that! If your puppy is new, it might work, but mine got used to the pads. It depends on the size of the dog if it slides a bit.
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It might not be tall enough for a 25lb cocker, it really depends on how tall he/she is. There is a decent amount of adjustment in the arm and you can always shorten the leash. How tall is your dog? As for the table attachment; it is just a clamp, so it really just depends on how thick the edge of the table is, I think the clamp opens about 1.5". I used it on my dining room table, with some padding stuffed between the clamp and the table. I have to say, I love this product.
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They are for calibrating the jaws there should have been a instruction sheet but go to u tube and search Apollo pex crimp tool calibration they have the instructions on there videos and it is a lot easier than the sheet that came with it. When you put the silver bar in the jaws you ratchet down till closed all the way it will put dents in the bar then you measure the gap with the black bar if the 1.2 goes in it is to loose if the .8 will not go it is to tight they want it between .8 and 1.2 if you need to adjust the video s will show how. I hope this helps Terry K
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I have standard Poodles and we had Wirehaired Pointers before these guys. The normal points should be enuf. Get the collars snug and give them a wiggle to seat them on the dogs. Usually all you need is the vibrator and that works regardless. I would start with what Dogtra sends. Great collars BTW. Steve
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Boris, I am not at home this week, so I can't give you the measurements. I will check over the weekend. The tubing does clamp to the kennel itself, on each corner. The clamps and bolts come with the kit and were not at all hard to put together. The only thing my husband added to it was four extra ties to put in the corner gromets. I think he was just being overly cautious. We are very pleased with this purchase.
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Not sure what you mean. The stud holds the clamp. The clamp can be moved if it is not tightened onto the stud. If you are at all serious about photography or videography you need at least a few of these. I promise you'll find more uses for them then you could have imagined.
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I just started by twisting it all the way closed and then i sat in a place that my dog couldn't see me so he didnt know i was there. I blew the whistle and adjusted it at the same time, slowly, until i saw him respond to it. You have to kind of play around with it to find the right adjustment which your dog will respond to. There's no one set way. You'll know you got it right when your dog lets you know it's bugging him.
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What size and breed? I'm using this on a 7 month old 80 pound lab puppy. Features are amazing. Tone vibrate then shock as a last resort. My problem is the 18 power setting isn't strong enough so he shakes his leg when I have to shock him. The tone and vibrate definitely get his attention though and its rechargeable which is amazing. Otherwise you would use a ton of batteries. We had one before that wasn't rechargeable and it was very expensive to keep batteries in it. I'm very happy with my purchase and feel it was well worth it. Just wish the prongs were a little longer since he has such a thick neck. But again depending on the size and breed you have, this may be perfect for you.
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I actually recently found a new harness that I like better than the EZ Walk - it's called the Freedom No Pull Harness. There is a leash you can buy with it that has two straps - so one hooks on the chest and one hooks on the back. That way you have dual control with your lab puppy's pulling. One thing I love about it is that the straps that go under the "armpits" of the dog are lined in swiss velvet so = no chafing. They recommend the medium for 50 pounds, but since it's a lab and will continue growing, I would go with the large. That's what I have for my golden retriever. Good luck!! I actually recently found a new harness that I like better than the EZ Walk - it's called the Freedom No Pull Harness. There is a leash you can buy with it that has two straps - so one hooks on the chest and one hooks on the back. That way you have dual control with your lab puppy's pulling. One thing I love about it is that the straps that go under the "armpits" of the dog are lined in swiss velvet so = no chafing. They recommend the medium for 50 pounds, but since it's a lab and will continue growing, I would go with the large. That's what I have for my golden retriever. Good... » Read More I actually recently found a new harness that I like better than the EZ Walk - it's called the Freedom No Pull Harness. There is a leash you can buy with it that has two straps - so one hooks on the chest and one hooks on the back. That way you have dual control with your lab puppy's pulling. One thing I love about it is that the straps that go under the "armpits" of the dog are lined in swiss velvet so = no chafing. They recommend the medium for 50 pounds, but since it's a lab and will continue growing, I would go with the large. That's what I have for my golden retriever. Good luck!! « Show Less
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The harness is well-made and the snap is quite hefty. I use on my 50 lb chow mix however she does not pull. I would only use this harness if the dog has trachea issues and as a precaution I would put a massengill or training collar on the dog and use a second leash held loosely attached to it just to be on the safe side. I would not trust any non-restraint type backup system if it was my American Pit Bull Terrier that had the trachea issues. She pulls like a freight train and probably could pull a freight train. Sometimes you just have to accommodate so use a no trachea pressure harness but have a backup system in place. The harness is well-made and the snap is quite hefty. I use on my 50 lb chow mix however she does not pull. I would only use this harness if the dog has trachea issues and as a precaution I would put a massengill or training collar on the dog and use a second leash held loosely attached to it just to be on the safe side. I would not trust any non-restraint type backup system if it was my American Pit Bull Terrier that had the trachea issues. She pulls like a freight train and probably could pull a freight train. Sometimes you just have to accommodate so use a no trachea pressure harness but... » Read More The harness is well-made and the snap is quite hefty. I use on my 50 lb chow mix however she does not pull. I would only use this harness if the dog has trachea issues and as a precaution I would put a massengill or training collar on the dog and use a second leash held loosely attached to it just to be on the safe side. I would not trust any non-restraint type backup system if it was my American Pit Bull Terrier that had the trachea issues. She pulls like a freight train and probably could pull a freight train. Sometimes you just have to accommodate so use a no trachea pressure harness but have a backup system in place. « Show Less
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I have a 22lb cockapoo who eats out of the small tulip bowl set into the small yoga bowl. I use the medium size of each for a water bowl shared by my 85lb goldendoodle and the cockapoo. I do have to refill it a couple of times a day. I think the sizes listed are pretty accurate as liquid ounces, so the small would hold a little over a cup and the medium would hold about 4 cups. For my cockapoo, the medium would be overly large for her food, though I think her ears would probably stay clean. The medium would be more suited for feeding my goldendoodle, though I feed them twice a day. Maybe you would have more food if you feed your dog only once a day. My dogs both like the tilted bowls. Hope this helps. I have a 22lb cockapoo who eats out of the small tulip bowl set into the small yoga bowl. I use the medium size of each for a water bowl shared by my 85lb goldendoodle and the cockapoo. I do have to refill it a couple of times a day. I think the sizes listed are pretty accurate as liquid ounces, so the small would hold a little over a cup and the medium would hold about 4 cups. For my cockapoo, the medium would be overly large for her food, though I think her ears would probably stay clean. The medium would be more suited for feeding my goldendoodle, though I feed them twice a day. Maybe... » Read More I have a 22lb cockapoo who eats out of the small tulip bowl set into the small yoga bowl. I use the medium size of each for a water bowl shared by my 85lb goldendoodle and the cockapoo. I do have to refill it a couple of times a day. I think the sizes listed are pretty accurate as liquid ounces, so the small would hold a little over a cup and the medium would hold about 4 cups. For my cockapoo, the medium would be overly large for her food, though I think her ears would probably stay clean. The medium would be more suited for feeding my goldendoodle, though I feed them twice a day. Maybe you would have more food if you feed your dog only once a day. My dogs both like the tilted bowls. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I cannot find any kind of a hook to clip a leash on mine. If that's important to you, you might want to try the Kurgo (I was pretty happy with that one - though the pockets aren't as roomy and it's all one piece). FWIW, my dog pulls a lot and I found a pinch collar works pretty well. Believe it or not, combined with a retractable leash, he's much more manageable. He has more freedom and responds better to the pinch collar. I know that's not the "proper" way to walk a dog, but I'm happy if I can walk him without getting sore arms!
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My issue with this collar is the buckle. The hardware is fair and I just never felt it was as secure as I wanted. I bought it for my White Shepherd puppy and have never used it as she came with a collar with a quick release latch that snaps to close which I feel is more secure. As my pup is a longcoat there is a lot of hair in the way when buckling the collar and the added security of a clicking latch is important. I like this manufacturer, we use their leash but I would not recommend this collar due to the flimsy buckle. I admit I knew this when I bought it but reconsidered when I saw the sturdier quick release latch on the collar pup came with. Hope this helps and all the best to you and your dog.