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Everything Your Pup Needs to Start Dock Diving

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Want your water-loving dog to try this sport? Here’s what you need.
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The Basics

Water safety, hydration, drying off and quick options for leads are necessary! 

 
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This was the first life vest we purchased for Sam.
Outward Hound® Dawson Swim Dog Life Jacket
 
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Sam upgraded to this life vest.
DFD™ Life Jacket
 
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staying hydrated while practicing dog sports is important!
LESOTC Travel Gravity Refill Dog Waterer, 9.6-cup
 
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A smaller, compact option for your dog's hydration needs.
FLIPO Fold-A-Bowl Non-skid Plastic Dog & Cat ...
 
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Cutest option to dry off your bestie!
Well & Good Chracter Robe Shark Dog Towel, Small/Medium | Petco
 
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Keep your hands dry!
Pet Life 'Dry-Aid' Blue Hand Inserted Bathing and Grooming Quick-Drying Microfiber Pet Towel | Petco
 
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A collar with a handle is a useful tool on and off the dock.
Supreme Collar
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For quick removal on the dock
LG Slip Rope Leash

Toys

Dock divers use a variety of toys depending on the dog's drive. Here are some of our favorites. 

 
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We LOVE using our Katie's bumper to work on our toy drive in or out of the pool. We have the one with the neoprene handle, which gives dog dad a great grip while tugging with Samson!
SHOP ALL – Katie's Bumpers
 
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Sam's personal favorite for in the pool.
Wubba | KONG Company
 
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Does your dog prefer a ball? Grab a Chuck-It!
Chuckit!® Amphibious Mega Ball Dog Toy
 
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This is a great cost-effective option if you're just starting out.
Chuckit!® Amphibious Bumper Dog Toy
 
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Our friend, Kobe, prefers this brand & textured toy for his dock diving!
KONG Reflex Stick Dog Toy, Yellow, Medium

Supplements

It's a good idea to make sure your dog is getting everything they need to recover from physical exertion.

 
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BullyMax is hands down our favorite choice! We have seen positive impact on body composition from integrating their products into Sam's diet.
Bully Max® Muscle Builder | Weight Gain Supplements for Dogs - Bully Max
 
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All about those gains 💪🏻
Dog Protein | Bully Max PRO Series Muscle Gain Supplement Chews - Bully Max
 
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Our go to brand for joint care.
Super Snouts Joint Power Soft Chews
 
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Dock diarrhea is a common occurrence. This is a great option to help get your dog's GI system the support it needs.
Super Snouts FIRM UP! Pumpkin Bars
 
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Keep that GI system settled after swimming.
Super Snouts FIRM UP! With Cranberry
 
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Dehydration is something you do not wanna mess around with! Sam really loves how these taste & I love that they help replenish nutrients he loses while exercising.
LYX Hydration

Ear Cleaners

if your dog is prone to ear infections, it's a good idea to rinse their ears out after dock diving! 

 
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Ear infections be gone!
Skout's Honor® Probiotic Ear Cleaner
 
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Don’t worry about stinky ears anymore with this!
VIRBAC Epi-Otic Advanced Ear Cleaner for Dogs & Cats, 4 ...