Pictures to either side are of Speakman's GR CH Holsten and Pup enjoying training. Father and son, Holsten aged 13 years, Pup aged 3 years. Photos taken January 2005.

Click on the sections below to learn basic information about some training for your dog Treadmill Spring Pole Flirt Pole A-Frame Boomer Ball Puppies Hydrotherapy Weight Pulling

A spring pole is a fun way to exercise your dog but only if used correctly.  It's easy to set up using a large spring, some strong rope, rope tug toy or piece of denim and somewhere to hang the spring pole (see picture).  However make sure the dog cannot reach the spring and never leave your dog unattended for any length of time.

Gentry's Boomer	Speakman's CH Pup

 

The spring pole should be low enough for the dogs back legs to be able to reach the ground at all times. They shouldn't be able to dangle off the floor as they may loose grip and fall injuring themselves.  Make sure there's enough room around the spring pole so he doesn't injure himself by banging into something, as they do swing around on it.

The spring pole if used correctly will work the muscles in his jaw, neck, shoulders and back as he tugs and shakes the toy.  However it will only work these muscles if the back legs are on the floor at all times.  You should always supervise your dog exercising to prevent accidents or over exertion.A Stafford will exercise until exhausted as they are always willing to please so you need to decide when your dog has had enough.

After exercising it is a good idea to rub your dog down, gently massaging him from front to rear and let him cool down first before allowing him to drink. These are only basic guidelines if you have further questions please e-mail here.

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Training sections- Puppies, Treadmill, A-Frame, Boomer Ball ,  Flirt pole, weight pulling & Hydrotherapy