Dog Tie Outs

What location is good for a dog tie out? What do I need to look out for when  selecting a location for a tie out system? Other unique locations for installing a dog tie out... We will answer all of these in this article! Location: Figuring out where to install a dog tie out on your property can take a little work...and a little math. There are many options for installing the tie out so that your dogs can come to your door or play freely. You can install a dog tie out on the side of the house, by ensuring shrubbery is not in the way. We took the time to help you out, by creating some diagrams to help you to understand some options. Option 1:  In Front of the Door Math: If using 10 ft. tie out cables, the total diameter would be 20ft. Another example is: 50 ft. tie out cables, total diameter =100 ft. Option 2:  On the Corner of the House Option 3: On the Back Side or Back Corner of the House Obstacles: Be sure

Getting a dog, or a second dog to add to the family?  There are many things to consider when adding a new pet to the family; and if it is a dog, well get ready.   We love our cute furry friends, but sometimes keeping them secure and in one place is tough.  Some dogs like to dig; some can jump and some just figure out a way to get loose no matter what you try. Not only is knowing your dog's personality and strengths important, but also deciding what is going to work best for your dog and your wallet.   So, we have taken some time to help you collect the information you'll need to decide.  Below we have broken down the average cost of building a fence and  alternates to building a fence. Fencing Costs:  (These costs are based on a 10ft x 10ft yard size) Metal / Chain   A metal fence can last forever, however, it can get stretched, warped, rusted and can be dug out from underneath. Cost per linear foot: $7      Labor Cost per Linear Foot:  $10     Estimated Total

Double Dog Run Ranked #13  in the World in the category of:  Pet Supplies  and Products for Animals Kimberly Wherley, along with Mike Wherley (her brother) are the inventors and creators of the Double Dog Run System .   In 2017, on a whim, Kim Wherley entered in the A' Design World Competition under the category or Pet supplies.  She included pictures and breakdown of how the tangle-free two dog tie out worked; along with photos of the product.  Her public profile on the A' Design website seemed small compared to the huge brands that submit to this annual design competition.  However, wondering what would happen and with great confidence in their product... she did it anyway! Much to Kim's surprise, she came out with a bronze award for her and her brothers invention in 2017! This year, the stats are up and as of January 4, 2019 the Double Dog Run has been given a ranking of: #13 Caption reads:  About DAC - Design Classifications Th

Kimberly Wherley became winner of the prestigious Bronze A' Design Award Como, Italy, April 19, 2017 /DESIGNPRWIRE/ A' Design Award and Competition is happy to inform that the work  Double Dog Run  by  Kimberly Wherley  has been awarded with the famed Bronze A' Design Award at  Pet Supplies and Products for Animals Design Competition  Category. Pet Supplies and Products for Animals Design Category Bronze A' Design Award Winner A' International Design Award and Competition is delighted to share that the pet supply work Double Dog Run by Kimberly Wherley became a laureate of the famed Bronze A' Design Award in Pet Supplies and Products for Animals Design Category elected as the winner by the international jury members of the A' Design Awards & Competitions amidst thousands of submissions. Further information Double Dog Run Kimberly Wherley, the lead designer of the winning pet supply design Double Dog Run demonstrates “The Double Dog Run

Double Dog Run Wins Design Award By: Pet Age Staff May 10, 2017 A’ Design Award and Competition awarded the  Double Dog Run  the Bronze A’ Design Award for the competition’s Pet Supplies and Products for Animals Design Competition Category, elected as the winner by the international jury members of the A’ Design Awards and Competition amidst thousands of submissions. “The Double Dog Run System is a tie out system for two dogs,” said Wherley, the product’s lead designer. “The system allows two dogs to play freely without getting tangled. In addition to tangle-free, the dog run is also strong holding up to 800 pounds at a time. The dogs are also able to run in 360 degrees at any speed. The dog run is portable, offers safety and an excellent experience for dogs and their owners.” A’ Pet Supply Design Award aims to highlight the excellent qualifications of best pet supply designs and greatest pet supply design concepts worldwide. The Bronze A’ Design Award is a prestigious a

Snow, Wind, Freezing Temperatures!.... Here are some tips for keeping your Double Dog Run in good working order this winter: #1:  Check your leashes for cracks or kinks.   The cold weather can make almost anything brittle enough to crack;  that includes any vinyl coated leashes.  Additionally, the cold weather can lead to kinking in the lines if it gets caught around a small branch that fell in the yard from the last storm.  It is important to keep your leashes crack-free and kink-free. Need new leashes for your system?   Get new ones here! #2:  Ensure the swivels on the leashes are working properly.  Corrosion and many other things can cause the clasps or clips on the leases to become hard to use.  Ensure that the clasps are working properly and closing completely before letting your dog go off to play.  Using WD-40 or any other type of lubricant can loosen the swivels and clasps up; as well as maintain them throughout the winter. #3:  Check your hardware here and there

Happy Holidays everyone! Every year, my wife and I get a big bone for She-She and a bag of tennis balls for Roo.  The dogs are so happy, I can't imagine what else we could have gotten them that could even make them happier.  But, then I realize they are just as happy on all the other days of the season just sleeping on the couch next to us, running around on the Dog Run they inspired and getting fed; Oh! lets not forget, the ever impending food spills from the kids they get to clean up after.  Basically, everyday is like Christmas to them because they are happy with the world they live in and the people that were chosen to care for them.  Such a simple thing, sometimes it makes you wonder why that simple happiness is so difficult to achieve for humans.  Why do we need all this stuff to make us happy when there are clear examples of what I would call "true humanity" walking around your home showing us the way to happiness on a daily basis? During the holidays you

There are a number of suggestions across the board for whether a collar or harness is better for dogs.  Some trainers and websites advise that a certain type of collar is best and others say that a harness is best... So, now what do you do? Let's look into this further and help you figure out if a collar or harness is best for your dog.   Are you walking your dog on a leash; or will your dog be using a dog tie out? Using a Harness or Collar when Walking Your Dog: Using a a harness for walking has become general practice, but not all dogs need a harness .  For example, if your dog is trained and walks like a champ, you don't need a harness, a collar will do just fine. However, if your dog needs to get used to walking on a leash, then a harness may be better when on walks through the park.  This will eliminate your dog from basically gagging itself and hacking down the trail through the park.  Training your dog to use a collar should be your ultimate goal.  A harness is great

Summer is here and the temperatures are rising!  Many of us like to enjoy the outdoors and taking our  puppy pals with us on trips.  However, we all need to make sure we look out for man's best friend especially on those hot days. Here are some tips for the summer heat: Don't leave any pet unattended in vehicles.   Yes, we all should know this already- animals left unattended in vehicles for long periods of time in the summer heat is just...... dumb.  I really don't get how you can be that dumb and careless to keep anything living in a car.  Did you know on a 75 degree day, the car can get up to 115 degrees! Puppy paws are sensitive- so keep them cool. Yes, we all think- its a dog, they are made for all types of climate and their paws are made of steel!  Not true at all- in fact, walking on hot surfaces such as asphalt can be way too hot for dogs to walk on.  Take this into consideration-- if it is too hot for you, it is too hot for your dog.  Put some of th

Can you cut the grass or mow the lawn without removing the Double Dog Run?? The simple answer is YES you can still mow the grass with the Double Dog Run Tie Out System installed in the ground. Many people always worry about having the install and uninstall a tie out for the grass company or for when you cut the grass yourself.  There is no need to completely take the entire tie out out of the ground for that.   As you can see from the picture above there is a quick link that connects the main swivel to the Jaw and Eye swivel that comes out of the topper.  Simply unscrew the quick link and remove both leashes. You will also notice that the base plate is almost flush to the ground with our tie out system.  This is where you can run the mower or blades over it and get all the grass around the base plate without destroying the topper.   We made a video to help we made a video to help our customers understand how this is done and ensure that the Double Dog