Top products from r/AustralianShepherd
We found 28 product mentions on r/AustralianShepherd. We ranked the 42 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Starmark Treat Dispensing Bob-a-Lot Dog Toy
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 3
Adjustable treat dispensing toyLarge chamber fits whole mealsWeighted bottom wobbles
2. Our Pets Smarter Toys IQ Treat Ball - Colors Mary Vary - 4" (2130010792)
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 3
MENTALLY STIMULATE YOUR DOG: This food-dispensing dog toy keeps dogs mentally and physically active while they play. Available in two sizes – 3 inches for smaller dogs and 4 inches for larger dogs.CUSTOMIZABLE IQ TREAT BALL: Your furry friend gets smarter as they play with this interactive dog toy...
3. Squishy Face Studio Flirt Pole V2 with Blue/Aqua Squeaker Fleece Lure - 36 inch Pole, 52 inch Cord - Durable Dog Toy for Fun Obedience Training & Exercise
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 2
New and improved V2 developed using customer feedback from extremely popular original Flirt PoleComes with durable braided Fleece Lure pre-attachedRegular size flirt pole has a 36” pole section and 52” cordCan be used with dogs of any sizeAlso works great as a training tool and provides the ment...
4. JW Pet Company GripSoft Double Sided Comb Dog Comb
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Coarse Comb on one side and a Fine Comb on the other sideNon-slip handleCoarse Comb loosens dense matted furFine Comb gives a shiny silky tangle free finished coatSuitable for all dog breeds
5. Safari by Coastal Self-Cleaning Slicker with Retractable Stainless Steel Pins for All Coats, Ideal for Dogs with Wirey Hair
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Retracting pins for easy clean upThree sizes availableStainless steel pinsProvides excellent grooming results with minimal effortsStainless steel pins gently remove dead hair, mats and tangles, and then retract for easy clean-upBrush in the direction of hair growth, taking care to use gentle strokes...
6. Outward Hound 67333 Nina Ottosson Dog Brick Interactive Puzzle Game Toy for Dogs, Blue
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
NEW WAYS TO LEARN & PLAY: As one of the newest, and most versatile dog games, the Dog Brick presents your pup with a new challenge every time they play with it.FLIP, FIND & SLIDE: Complete with 3 different treat feeding features, the Nina Ottosson Dog Brick is made with easy open-close flip compartm...
7. ChuckIt! Evader Dog Ball, Medium
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Random actionIdeal for short-game play in backyards or other small spacesUse with Chuckit!, Chuckit! Jr., Chuckit! Ultra, Chuckit! Pocket, Chuckit! 18M, and Chuckit! 25M Ball LaunchersNatural rubberRandom actionIdeal for short-game play in backyards or other small spacesNatural rubberFits all Medium...
8. SPOT Ethical Pet Interactive Seek-A-Treat Shuffle Bone Toy Puzzle That Will Improve Your Dog's IQ, Specially Designed for Training Treats
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
This dog training toy is made of sturdy wooden constructionTraining treats- this dog feeder requires your dog to actually think about what they are doing and whether it will get them the desired resultsIQ puzzle- a dog training device that provides them the mental stimulation they need to flourish, ...
9. KONG Ring Zinger Dog Toy, Red
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Ring rolls and hops for endless outdoor funEasy grip plastic launcher uses over-hand throwing techniqueNo-slobber pick up designRing floats high in waterOne size for all dogs
10. HUNTER Round and Soft Elk Skin Training Lead, Medium, Brown
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Made in germany, from the finest leather in the world.Elk is the softest and warmest leather available.Strong & resistant.3 in 1 lead. trigger hook.Matching collar available.
11. Starmark Bob-A-Lot Interactive Pet Toy, Large
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Exercises and feeds your dog at the same timeThe Large bottom Chamber fits up to 3 cups of Food - enough for a full mealAdjustable openings at the top and bottom accommodate most types of dog Food and allow you to regulate the difficulty levelWeighted anti-slip bottom makes the toy wobble erraticall...
12. Feisty Fido: Help for the Leash-Reactive Dog
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
14. SmartPetLove Snuggle Puppy Behavioral Aid Toy, Brown Mutt, Small (SP101)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
The original Snuggle Puppy, celebrating 22 years of comforting petsHelps with crate training by reducing negative behaviors such as whining and barking, which also helps YOU sleep at nightHelps pets transition to their new home and reduces stress caused by fireworks and thunderstorms“Real-feel” ...
15. Mars Coat King Original Dematting Undercoat Grooming Rake Stripper Tool for Dogs and Cats, Stainless Steel with Wooden Handle, Made in Germany, 10-Blade
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
10-Blade coat king stripper with wooden handleStrippers have curved, sharpened, stainless steel teeth with rounded ends for safetyQuickly and easily remove loose hair, especially thick undercoatsComfortable wooden handles with ultra durable, solid tang constructionMeasures 7-1/4-inch length; double-...
16. Omega Paw Tricky Treat Ball, Large
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Large vinyl treat-dispensing toy entertains your dog for hoursSoft, pliable textured vinyl surface made for easy grippingInsert treats, which fall out during playtimeEasy to fill5 inches in diameter
17. Grizzly All-Natural Wild Caught Alaskan Salmon Oil Dog Food Supplement | Balanced Blend of Omega-3 Fatty Acids | Medical Grade Pump for Exact, No-Spill Dose (32 oz)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
ABUNDANCE OF OMEGA 3 MAKES EVERY MEAL TASTY and COMPLETE. Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil contains the highest levels of Omega 3 content. Farmed salmon live on a diet including up to 15% vegetable oil and do not have the natural and nutrient rich diet of Wild Salmon. It takes up to 40 percent more farmed sa...
18. Chuckit! Ball Launcher Classic Medium (25 inches)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Great for backyard useWith the Chuckit!, you can throw that ball out of the ballpark over and over againLightweight and durable plasticMeasures 26 inches in lengthDesigned for hands-free pickup
Oh wow! That's a big decision to make on an impulse. If you've never owned a puppy totally on your own before, check out r/puppy101. There's a lot to learn about when and how to socialize a puppy (there is a right way and a wrong way, not all socialization is good socialization). The book "Social, Civil, and Savvy" is a fantastic resource.
Take your puppy to a vet ASAP to have it looked at. Not to be hyper critical, but my guess is that you may not have gone through a super reputable source to get this puppy. Most reputable Aussie breeders I know wouldn't sell to an impulse buyer. Getting it taken to a vet will be doubly important if that's the case. You should know what diseases they are at high risk for and what to look out for in your pup. Here is a list of recommended health screenings reputable breeders should do to give you some background info.
Aside from that, as others have said, they're a smart and high energy breed. They'll need a lot of training and activities to burn off mental and physical steam every day. Getting your puppy enrolled in a puppy class is a great place to start. A lot of young herding breeds will also go through a reactivity phase, meaning they will bark and lunge at things like people, other dogs, cars, bikes, etc. It is really important you set your puppy up for success with these things and know how to handle it before it happens so you are ready when it does.
Good luck!
Yeah, most of those would get destroyed in minutes in our house.
Firstly, as I'm sure you know, plan to take her on a decent walk first. It's not always possible, but it helps with the process. Then there's a little wind-down time when we get back to the house.
Anyway, as for toys, your real question, I suggest one of these two:
http://www.amazon.com/StarMark-Bob---Lot-Interactive-Small/dp/B003YHB8EI/
http://www.amazon.com/OurPets-Smarter-Interactive-Inches-Colors/dp/B003ARUKTG/
We get some tiny little treats to pop in there and it has good success. Noodle still tries to play with it at my feet, but at least it keeps him occupied. But, as Aussies are velcro pups, he only plays with it in the same room that we're in.
The other thing that could help (if what you want to get done is in the same general area) is to keep treats in your pocket and continuing to reward for staying on her bed. So as you're working, toss a treat back. Maybe every 30 seconds at first and then lengthen the time. Our "Go to your bed" command is pretty rock solid at this point...but the staying part is certainly something that can be continuously worked on.
Good luck! And seriously, that Weazeball will die a horrible death in minutes. Don't waste your money.
If you cannot move a lot (and that's why you can't exercise him a lot), I have a few possible suggestions.
https://smile.amazon.com/Squishy-Face-Studio-Exercise-Squeaker/dp/B00HFFXEWE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484324235&sr=8-1&keywords=flirt+pole
A flirt pole is almost like a cat tease toy. It's a pole with a felt toy at the end, and you can get your dog to chase after it. Most people use it in their back yards, and the individual can stand in one place while make the flirt pole go in a circle and the dog runs after it. Depending on the dog, it can really tire them out. My particular puppy likes it, but only for a very limited amount of time (he would rather play keep away). I could see how you might possible be able to do the flirt pole indoors from a seated position.
Dog-feeding puzzles might help your dog calm by taxing his brain:
https://smile.amazon.com/Outward-Hound-Feeder-Bloat-Orange/dp/B00FPKNRCS/ref=sr_1_2?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1484324554&sr=1-2&keywords=dog+feeding+puzzles
https://smile.amazon.com/OurPets-Smarter-Interactive-Treat-Colors/dp/B003ARUKTG/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1484324953&sr=1-1&keywords=dog+feeding+ball
Also, you could try hiding treats or a toy, and teaching him how to play "hide and seek" with you.
When we want to watch tv, and don't want to get up, we play fetch, and that keeps him happy for a while [but the dang ball always ends up under the couch or other furniture!].
Hope this helps a little.
There is already a lot of good advice in this thread. Don't give in, feed her meals in her crate, etc. But here is something else you can try as well.
Before I got my puppy, I was browsing this sub and someone recommended this behavioral aid toy.
I ordered it and I think it worked great. At the very least, it made me feel better about tearing her away from her mom and litter mates! I used the heart ticker for a long time afterwards too just to calm her down for sleep time.
I have a similar problem that I am just starting to work on. It's called "leash reactivity" because - just as you said - when the dog is off leash, he is fine with other dogs. I just read a very short book called Feisty Fido that gives a training plan for reducing this. Basically you teach your dog to "watch" you when he sees a dog/cyclist/whatever passing by, instead of reacting to it. My trainer recommended it highly but I'm just starting out so I can't say whether it works.
In the book, they do talk about different types of walking equipment. They suggest an easy-walk harness that clips in the front (at the chest), because a normal harness makes it very easy for your dog to pull you. I haven't tried that yet but something to think about. Good luck!
One last thing, I would try speaking to the trainer about obedience classes. My dog didn't used to be this way, but we had a different dog in our classes that was leash reactive and the trainer did a good job of managing it. I don't think it means you can't go to class.
Unless the coat is matted beyond repair I wouldn't shave an aussie. If your dog has an unusually dense undercoat you may need to bring in more than a normal slicker brush to complete your grooming routine. A high velocity dryer does wonders to force out dead undercoat. A mars type stripper like this one: www.amazon.ca/Mars-Stainless-10-Blade-Stripper-Wooden/dp/B00061MPL0 will also help you.
I groom my aussies totally at least once a month when it's not show season, but I am a groomer. Ideally your dog should be bathed/dried/trimmed at least every 8 weeks and brushed in between. If you haven't taken your dog to a groomer before, I would strongly consider it. An aussie in good shape shouldn't cost more than $45-60 bucks to have done and sometimes you just need professional help!
Look into some throwing/fetch toys like the Chuck It Launcher. My little guy will literally fetch all day long if I let him.
Something that bounces randomly when it hits the ground is also great, he goes crazy trying to catch toys like that. We have the Chuck It Evader and the Kong Ring Zinger. I spent some time training him to bring the toy closer to me, having him lay down or do a trick before I'll throw it again. He prefers a game of fetch to treats any day and is highly motivated to learn new tricks/behaviours if he knows the reward is a round of ball chasing.
Overstimulating sounds right to me. It’s almost like a human, if you run 3 miles every day, you’re going to be a bit stir crazy if you don’t get your 3 mile run in for a day. Your Aussie is dependent on that stimulation everyday because he’s been so active.
Try rotating between focus training and problem solving some nights and exercise other night. Aussie will literally never tire if she’s playing with a dog or chasing a frisbee. She does get drained from activities like hide and seek because its mentally draining. We’ve started to hide a toy and while she’s looking hide another toy, then give her commands like “warm, hot, cold” based on proximity to the toy and when she find Squishy we tell her “Good job, now find Bear” and she goes searching for her bear.
Instead of toys that will just get destroyed, look into toys that promote problem solving.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0798K86LR/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1536457543&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=Pupper+Pamper&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=51HL1EmZOoL&amp;ref=plSrch <— You can make these with 2 liter bottles but this is a good way to switch up dinner time. Don’t let your pup chew through these, he has to solve the puzzle. No brute forcing.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0711Y9XTF/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1536457614&amp;sr=8-5&amp;keywords=dog%2Bpuzzle%2Btoys&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41uG8OG2guL&amp;ref=plSrch&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1 <— Same sort of thing, just changes it up so it’s a different puzzle.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0038WP1YC/ref=mp_s_a_1_15?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1536457667&amp;sr=8-15&amp;keywords=dog+puzzle+toys <— I have a friend that ditched the food bowl and went with this for feeding. Just don’t let them brute force his way through it, keep your dog focused on the puzzle.
https://www.amazon.com/ZippyPaws-Woodland-Friends-Interactive-Chipmunks/dp/B008PFB3HG <— Toys like this are great for “Find the toy, then go put it in a bucket” then when the bucket is full, give a sign and you set the toy back up for him.
Also if it’s an issue of her bouncing back way too fast after napping post dogpark, we love the flirt pole. 10-15 minutes in a green space with the flirt pole uses a lot of energy. Even better if you’re on a hill!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HFFXEWE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_sqhXCb69Y3193
My wiggle loves this and this
Also, frozen Kong’s are great.
You might get one of the treat dispensing balls like this one.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JQLNB4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B001JQLNB4&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=k9ofmine-20&amp;linkId=I6W6RIYKDEMUWFI6
The dog really has to work at it, gives the brain a workout too, and that might divert her for one meal. And the antler is a good alternative because it takes awhile and gives teeth and tummy a workout too.
Somebody else mentioned treat balls, here's the one we have. I think my dog like the rubbery texture of it, and can pick it up when she wants to.
http://www.amazon.com/Omega-Paw-Tricky-Treat-Large/dp/B0002DK26M/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1454166849&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=treat+ball
Salmon oil works wonders!
I put a squirt of this on my Aussie's dry food and his coat is beautiful.
http://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-All-Natural-Supplement-Pump-Bottle-Dispenser/dp/B0002ABR6E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1382825307&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=grizzly+salmon+oil
We have this for ours https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003YHB8EI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GxLsDbFHADN2S
She loves it and gets pouty when her food is in a normal bowl instead
JW Pet Company GripSoft Double Sided Comb Dog Comb https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0006349YY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_mnHlDb0DT28G3
This is the exact comb I use. I do one comb through with the wider teeth, then a comb through with the thinner tooth side.
Here it is:
https://www.amazon.de/Hunter-Verstellbare-Hundeführleine-Elchleder-cognac/dp/B001PTK7OE/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1526736454&amp;sr=8-2-fkmr0&amp;keywords=hunter+leash+elk
It's a solid feeling leash, but still soft and supple. I've only used it with her for a couple weeks, so we'll see how well it holds up.
Here's a couple books you might find helpful:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1592533256/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1377746354&amp;sr=8-1&amp;pi=SL75
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0764552872/ref=mp_s_a_1_18?qid=1377746490&amp;sr=1-18&amp;pi=SL75
I've used just a slicker brush before which worked. Mylo's coat isn't very thick though
Edit to add: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YIWVA0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_djV0CbHEQV583