Working Dog

K9 Academy Tug BallOriginal K9 Academy tug ball. Climbing-rope wrapped dense rubber ball for high-drive training rewards. Available in 7cm (small) and 9cm (large). Built to take serious bite pressure without falling apart.What it isA rubber ball core wrapped tightly in climbing-grade rope. 7cm size for smaller dogs and sport prospects, 9cm for full-size working line dogs. The rope handle lets you tug, throw, drag without holding the ball directly. Won't fall apart at the seam like big-box rope toys.Who it is forWorking line handlers building ball drive. Sport dog handlers running tug rewards. Puppy raisers introducing prey drive. Anyone whose dog has destroyed three pet-store rope balls.Sizing7cm fits Mal puppies, smaller working line females, sport prospects in foundation. 9cm fits full-size adult Mals, GSDs, Labs, Pit Bulls and similar working breeds.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made by K9 AcademyThe original K9 Academy tug ball.

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Signature Working HarnessThe K9 Academy Signature Working Harness. Heavy-duty webbing, padded chest plate, reinforced D-ring on the back for leash and vehicle attachment. Built for obedience training, dog sports, and car-safety restraint. Three colors. Two sizes.What it isA working dog harness in heavy nylon webbing with a padded chest plate, reflective trim, two attachment points (back and chest), and reinforced stitching at every stress point. Adjustable at four points for a clean fit on barrel-chested working breeds, deep-chested sport breeds, and stocky bully types alike.Who it is forObedience trainers running structured pull-through-handler drills. Sport dog competitors in IGP, ringsport, PSA who run heeling and tracking in a harness. Working line Malinois, GSD, Doberman, Labrador, Cane Corso, Rottweiler handlers. Vehicle safety — the back D-ring accepts a car seatbelt tether.Why this harnessPet store harnesses fail at the chest plate stitching or pop at the buckle under load. K9 Academy reinforces both. Built around the working line dog body shape, not the average golden retriever. The chest plate distributes pulling force across the shoulders instead of choking out the trachea.Available colors and sizesOlive, Teal, Black. Medium and Large sizes. Most Mals and working line GSDs fit Medium. Larger Cane Corsos, Rotts and big Labs sit in Large.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made by K9 AcademyDesigned by K9 Academy after years of fitting working line dogs into harnesses built for pet store goldens.

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Cylinder Suede TugA suede leather cylinder tug for advanced grip development. Suede is harder to grip than fabric — a dog has to commit hard to hold it. Built for the dog past the developmental phase whose bite mechanics need a real challenge. Small and large sizes.What it isA cylinder-shaped tug toy covered in genuine suede leather, with reinforced black webbing handles. The suede surface develops grip strength without damaging teeth. Cylindrical shape gives the dog a clean shape to commit to, no flat edges to slip off.Who it is forSport dog handlers building bite commitment on dogs past the puppy stage. IGP, Schutzhund, ringsport prospects in foundation phase. Working line Malinois, GSDs, Dobermans building grip strength. Decoys teaching the difference between a play bite and a work bite.Suede vs Jute vs FabricSuede is harder to grip than soft fabrics like fur or chenille but easier than rough jute. Use suede when you want to challenge the dog without going to the maximum-difficulty jute. The middle of K9 Academy's tug fabric ladder.Available sizesSmall ($39.95) for sport prospects in foundation, working line females and smaller dogs. Large ($49.95) for full-size adult working line dogs.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made by K9 Academy

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Jute Cylinder Bite TugPure jute cylinder tug for serious grip development. Jute is the most challenging texture in the K9 Academy tug fabric ladder. Dogs that grip soft cannot hold it. Dogs that grip hard get rewarded. Small and large sizes.What it isA cylinder-shaped tug toy made of pure jute fabric with reinforced black webbing handles. The rough jute texture forces real grip commitment. Cylindrical shape gives a clean bite target without flat edges to slip off. Built to take the bite force of full-size adult working line dogs.Who it is forBite sport handlers building serious grip on developing dogs. IGP, Schutzhund, ringsport, PSA helpers running grip-development drills. Working line Malinois, GSD, Doberman, Cane Corso handlers in the grip-building phase. Decoys teaching dogs to commit hard or lose the tug.Jute vs Suede vs FabricJute is the maximum-challenge texture. Use jute when you want to FORCE a hard grip. Suede is the middle. Soft fabric (chenille, fur) is the easy end of the ladder for puppies. Match the texture to the dog's stage.Available sizesSmall ($39.95) for sport prospects in foundation, working line females and smaller dogs. Large ($49.95) for full-size adult working line dogs.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made by K9 Academy

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Developmental Bite PillowThe bite tool you start a young dog on. Sturdy suede center for clean bite committal, two grip handles, slim enough for a puppy or young prospect to wrap their jaw around. Easy to bite — that is the point. The challenge is not getting the dog to commit, it is getting them to hold under tension. Pair with a long line for solo drills.What it isA compact suede-covered bite pillow with two reinforced grip handles and a leash attachment point. Sized and shaped for young dogs, puppies, smaller sport breeds, or any dog still in bite foundation phase. Suede surface is forgiving enough for an inexperienced bite, structured enough to teach the dog where the proper grip point is.Who it is forPuppy raisers in working line homes. Sport prospects in foundation phase (8-week to 18-month range). Smaller working breeds (Mini Aussie, Sheltie, Cocker Spaniel hunting line) building bite drive. Trainers running first-bite sessions with new dogs. Helpers introducing a green dog to the tool.Why developmentalAdult bite pillows (our Three Handle Jute, Three Handle Linen, Jute and Suede Cover) are sized for full-grown working dogs and require commitment to hold. Developmental is sized for the dog still figuring out where to put their mouth. Easier shape to grab, more forgiving on missed grips, attachment point for solo drag-line drills when you do not have a second handler.Use it solo with a long lineThe leash attachment lets you set up drag-line drills without a helper. Attach to a long line, drag along the ground, let the puppy chase and commit. Builds prey drive and bite mechanics in a controlled solo session.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made for K9 AcademySpec'd by K9 Academy for working dog puppy raisers and sport-prospect handlers.Not a chew toy. For engaged supervised play only.

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18" HERM SPRENGER LONG LINK FUR SAVER - 3.0MM COLLAR Chain collar for dogs who need behaviour correction Suitable for canines with long fur Long links prevent knotting, pulling out and breaking of the dog's hair Available in Chrome  

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Three Handle Jute Bite PillowThe grip-building bite pillow. Pure jute body for honest grip development texture. Three reinforced handles for helper rotation, multi-trainer drills and varied presentation. This is the bite tool that punishes a soft bite and rewards a hard one. No suede cover, no shortcuts. Just jute and the dog's commitment.What it isA pure jute bite pillow with three heavy-duty grip handles. The jute texture is intentionally rough and grippy. Dogs that do not commit hard enough cannot hold this pillow. Dogs that commit fully grip it firmly. Three handles offer multiple presentation angles and let two helpers run combined drills.Who it is forBite sport handlers building serious grip on a young or developing dog. IGP, Schutzhund, ringsport, PSA, Mondioring helpers. Decoys teaching the difference between a play bite and a work bite. Working line Malinois, GSD, Doberman handlers in the grip-development phase. Club trainers running consistent multi-helper drills.Jute vs Linen vs CanvasJute is the most aggressive of K9 Academy's bite-tool fabric options. Roughest texture, hardest for a dog to grip cleanly. Use jute when you want to force a hard grip. Linen is the middle ground. Canvas (like our Heavy-Duty Canvas and Suede Bite Wedge) is the easiest, used for younger dogs and early bite confidence work.Why three handlesThree handles instead of two opens up two-helper drills and dynamic presentation rotation. The handler can switch grip mid-drill, hand off to a second helper without breaking the bite, or rotate the wedge to fight prediction. This is the bite tool clubs and serious training groups buy.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made for K9 AcademySpec'd and built for K9 Academy by working-dog helpers who use these in real sessions.Not a chew toy. For engaged supervised play only.

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Tug Ball — K9 Academy Tough RopeA high-drive working dog tug toy. Climbing-grade rope wraps a dense rubber ball, integrated handle for tug-of-war drills and high-value training rewards. Nine color options. The tug ball working dog handlers actually pull out of the pocket for breakthrough moments.What it isA dense rubber ball wrapped tightly in climbing-grade rope. Pull handle at one end for tug-of-war. The rope grip lets you drag, throw, swing and reward without holding the ball directly. The rubber center gives the dog something substantial to commit to.Who it is forWorking line handlers building drive through tug rewards. Sport dog competitors in IGP, ringsport, PSA. Trainers running marker-and-reward drills. Owners of high-drive breeds (Malinois, GSD, Pit Bull, Bully, Border Collie, Aussie) that need ball drive built into their training program.How to use itUse as the high-currency reward in training. Mark the desired behavior, present the tug ball, brief tug session, release on cue. The ball is too big to swallow and the rope handle keeps your hand safely off the bite area.Available colorsOlive, Camo, Green, Light Blue, Red White and Blue, plus more. Nine total. Pick by handler preference or to color-code dogs in a kennel.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made by K9 Academy

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Three Handle Bite Wedge — LinenThe wedge for the helper who runs club training. Three reinforced handles instead of two means more grip options, more presentation angles, and the ability to rotate helpers mid-drill without breaking the dog's bite. Heavy-duty linen body for honest grip development that punishes a soft bite.What it isA bite development wedge in heavy linen with three reinforced grip handles spaced strategically around the body. The linen surface is intentionally challenging to bite cleanly. Dogs that grip soft drop it. Dogs that grip hard get rewarded. Three handles let the helper switch presentation angle, hand off to a second helper without the dog releasing, or rotate the wedge during tug to fight prediction.Who it is forBite sport handlers in IGP, Schutzhund, ringsport, PSA, Mondioring and French ring. Club training helpers running multi-dog rotations. Decoys teaching young dogs proper bite mechanics. Working line Malinois, GSD, Doberman, Rottweiler and Cane Corso handlers building grip and confidence. Breeders evaluating young bite prospects.Why three handlesTwo-handle wedges (like our Heavy-Duty Canvas and Suede) cover most one and two-person scenarios. Three handles open up the third option: two helpers running drills together. Pass-off drills, alternate presentation angles, controlled hand-off to teach the dog to commit through transitions. This is the wedge clubs buy.Linen vs Canvas vs JuteLinen is the middle of the three K9 Academy bite tool fabrics. Smoother than jute (less aggressive on teeth, better for developing grip without splinters), more challenging to bite than canvas (will not reward a soft commitment bite). Use linen for the dog past the developmental stage but still building toward full hard bites.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made for K9 AcademySpec'd and built for K9 Academy. This is the wedge we put in our own helpers' hands at club nights.Not a chew toy. For engaged supervised play only.

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Hunting Vest5mm Neoprene working dog vest with a puncture-resistant PVC-coated chest plate. Built for upland bird dogs, retrievers, hunting Labs, working line dogs running brush, briar, ice water and cold-weather field work. Three sizes.What it isA neoprene-and-PVC working dog vest covering the chest, ribs and belly. The chest plate is PVC-coated neoprene rated for brush and brier puncture resistance. The body wrap is 5mm neoprene for cold-water and cold-weather insulation. Adjustable at the chest and belly straps for a clean fit. Reflective trim for low-light visibility.Who it is forBird hunters running pointers, retrievers and Labs in cover. Waterfowl handlers running dogs through cold water retrievals. Cold-weather walking handlers needing insulation for thin-coated breeds. Tracking and protection-sport handlers running dogs through dense terrain.Why neoprene + PVCStandard fabric vests rip on brier and barbed wire. Standard insulated vests soak through in cold water. Neoprene insulates wet or dry. PVC-coated neoprene resists punctures. The combination is what bird-dog hunters and cold-water retrievers actually need.Available sizesMedium ($89.95), Large ($94.95), X-Large ($102.95). Fits working line GSDs, Labs, Cane Corsos and similar large working breeds.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made for K9 Academy

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Tracking Long Line – 30ft The Tracking Long Line is built for control, durability, and freedom of movement. At 30 feet long, it’s the perfect tool for recall training, tracking, scent work, and giving your dog safe off-leash freedom during adventures. Key Features: 30ft Length: Ideal for training, exploration, and building strong recalls. Grippy Material: Non-slip texture keeps the line secure in your hands, even in wet conditions. Heavy-Duty Clasp: Rugged hardware for dependable strength and safety. Versatile Training Tool: Perfect for obedience, working dogs, or everyday outdoor fun. Durable Design: Made to handle wear and tear from active dogs and tough terrain. Train with confidence and give your dog the space they need—the Tracking Long Line is a reliable essential for both trainers and adventurous dog owners.

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A clicker with an extendable rod for advanced training.   Used for target training. Pointing at lights, targeting people properly for a "Go Say Hello" exercise. Also great for sharpening heeling and head positions.

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Jute Bite Pillow with Suede CoverThe high-value reward you reach for when the dog has earned it. Jute pillow body for grip-building texture, sewn-on suede leather cover for clean bite committal and grip development. Three reinforced handles. Built for the helper who needs the dog to fight for the bite and feel rewarded when they get it.What it isA jute bite pillow with a hand-stitched suede leather cover panel. Jute provides the rough textured base that challenges the dog to grip hard. The suede leather front panel is the bite reward. Substantial, gives under pressure, feels right in the mouth. Three heavy-duty grip handles let helpers run alternate presentation drills and multi-trainer work.Who it is forHelpers and decoys in IGP, Schutzhund, ringsport, PSA, Mondioring. Sport dog handlers using high-value rewards for breakthrough moments. Working line Malinois, GSD, Doberman handlers building drive on advanced dogs. Police K9 trainers running real-scenario simulation drills.Why jute and suedeJute alone is texturally challenging — great for grip development but can feel rough on the dog's mouth long-term. Suede alone is too rewarding — dogs grip softer because they do not have to work for it. Together: the jute requires the dog to commit hard, and the suede rewards the commitment with a satisfying mouth feel. The combination is what separates a $20 import from a real training tool.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made for K9 AcademySpec'd and built for K9 Academy by helpers who use this tool in real club sessions.Not a chew toy. For engaged supervised play only.

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Heavy-Duty Canvas and Suede Bite Wedge — Two HandlesThe bite wedge handlers actually reach for in the training session, not the marketing photo. Heavy-duty canvas shell with a suede leather bite surface. Two reinforced handles so a helper can present from either side, or so a handler can run drive-and-out drills with one hand while keeping control of the dog with the other. Built for working-dog bite development that holds up session after session.What it isA heavy-duty canvas bite wedge with a suede leather bite center and two reinforced grip handles. The suede center develops natural grip without damaging teeth. The canvas shell takes serious bite pressure and washes clean. The wedge shape lets the helper present from either side without changing grip. Stitched and reinforced at every stress point.Who it is forBite sport handlers in IGP, Schutzhund, ringsport, PSA, Mondioring and French ring. Police K9 trainers running bite-building exercises. Decoys and helpers running club training sessions. Working-line Malinois, GSD, Doberman, Rottweiler and Cane Corso handlers building grip strength and confidence in young dogs. Breeders running prey-and-fight drive evaluations on young prospects.Why two handlesThe double-handle design is the working feature. A single helper can switch hands mid-drill without dropping the wedge or breaking the dog's grip. Two trainers can run tug-of-war drills without competing for the same grip point. The handler can hold the line in one hand and the wedge in the other for clean one-person bite practice.Available colorsBlue or Orange. Color is visual only. Construction, materials and working features are identical across both variants. High-visibility colors so the wedge is easy to track in motion during fast drills.Free Toronto pickup at Leaside or StouffvilleOrder online, pick up the same day at Leaside or Stouffville. No shipping fees, no courier wait.Made for K9 AcademySpec'd and built for K9 Academy by working-dog trainers who use these in actual sessions, not by office marketers who saw a YouTube video.

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