Avery EZ Bird Wood Duck – Avery Wood Duck Retrieving Dummy
Avery EZ Birds, Bird Shaped Retrieving Dummies, Dog Training Bumpers - Retriever Training Dummies$22.99
Description
Enhance your retriever’s training with the Avery EZ Bird Wood Duck Retriever Training Dummy—a meticulously designed tool made for dog trainers and hunting enthusiasts. Crafted to replicate the look, feel, and size of a real wood duck, this training dummy provides an exceptional experience that will elevate your dog’s retrieval skills in both land and water environments.
Key Features:
Anatomically Accurate Design: The Avery EZ Bird Wood Duck dummy features a realistic design that mirrors the size, shape, and physical attributes of a real wood duck. From the precisely modeled head to the intricately designed wings and tail, this dummy replicates the exact anatomy of a wood duck, helping your retriever become familiar with this specific type of waterfowl.
Realistic Coloring: The lifelike paint scheme ensures that the dummy resembles the natural colors of a wood duck. This realism adds to your dog’s training experience by making it easier for them to mark and retrieve the dummy, closely mimicking real hunting conditions.
Durable Puncture-Proof PVC Skin: Constructed from heavy-duty, puncture-proof PVC material, the Avery EZ Bird Wood Duck is built to withstand rough handling, biting, and repeated use during training. Its rugged construction ensures a long-lasting product that can endure multiple training sessions without wearing down.
Waterproof and Floatable: Ideal for both land and water-based training exercises, this dummy is fully buoyant, allowing it to float on the water’s surface. This feature makes the Avery EZ Bird Wood Duck perfect for practicing water retrieves in marshes, wetlands, and lakes, helping your dog prepare for real hunting scenarios.
VGrip Technology: The body of the dummy is designed with VGrip Technology, a textured surface that enables your dog to pick it up and grip it securely. The added traction provided by the VGrip pattern ensures that your dog has a firm grasp on the dummy, even in wet or slippery conditions.
Soft Free-Swinging Head: To simulate a downed duck, the dummy includes a free-swinging, soft head. This design adds an additional layer of realism to the training process by encouraging your dog to adjust their grip and retrieve the dummy naturally.
LongThrow Knob and Double-Knotted Throw Rope: The Avery EZ Bird Wood Duck comes with a convenient LongThrow knob and a double-knotted rope, making it easy to throw the dummy over long distances with precision. This allows you to simulate challenging retrievals and practice more advanced throws, preparing your dog for extended retrieves in the field.
Lightweight and Portable: Designed to replicate the size and weight of a real wood duck, this dummy is lightweight enough to carry and throw over long distances, while still providing an authentic retrieval experience for your dog.
Specifications:
Material: Puncture-proof PVC
Weight: Comparable to a real wood duck
Size: Life-sized, anatomically correct wood duck
Color: Realistic wood duck coloration
Buoyancy: Fully floatable for water-based training
Grip Surface: VGrip Technology for secure handling
Throwing Mechanism: LongThrow knob with double-knotted rope for extended throws
What’s Included:
1 x Avery EZ Bird Wood Duck Retriever Training Dummy: Anatomically correct wood duck training dummy with a lifelike design and realistic paint scheme.
1 x LongThrow Knob: For ease of launching the dummy over long distances.
1 x Double-Knotted Throw Rope: Ensures a secure and controlled throw every time.
Usage Instructions:
Introduce the Dummy: Start by familiarizing your dog with the Avery EZ Bird Wood Duck in a quiet, controlled environment. Allow your dog to inspect and explore the dummy, ensuring they become comfortable with its appearance and scent.
Basic Land Retrieval Training: Begin training sessions on land by tossing the dummy a short distance. Use clear, consistent commands like “fetch” or “retrieve” to guide your dog and encourage them to bring the dummy back to you. Gradually increase the distance as your dog becomes more confident.
Water-Based Training: Transition to water-based exercises using the Avery EZ Bird Wood Duck’s buoyant design. Toss the dummy into ponds, lakes, or marshy areas and encourage your dog to perform water retrieves. This helps simulate real hunting scenarios and prepares your dog for future waterfowl hunts.
Advanced Retrieval: Once your dog is comfortable with basic retrieves, use the LongThrow Knob to launch the dummy over long distances. The double-knotted throw rope allows for controlled throws, helping you to practice extended retrieves and improve your dog’s tracking and marking skills.
Grip Training with VGrip Technology: As your dog retrieves the dummy, pay attention to their grip. The VGrip Technology helps reinforce proper mouth placement, ensuring your dog securely grips the dummy without dropping it during retrieval.
Realistic Movement with Free-Swinging Head: The dummy’s soft, free-swinging head simulates the natural movement of a downed duck. Encourage your dog to adjust their grip as needed, helping them prepare for real hunting situations where the game may shift position during retrieval.
Maintenance and Storage: After each training session, rinse the dummy with clean water to remove dirt, mud, or debris. Dry it thoroughly before storing to prolong its durability and ensure it remains in good condition for future use.