Amina Westberg and LaylaTrainer / Universally Trained Demo Dog@westberg_working_dogs "I have owned 14 dogs in my lifetime and have worked with various working dog breeds, pet/companion dogs, show, sport etc. but not one has come close to my u … read more

Michael Bucher & K9 AndorK9 Handler / Police K9"Something I’ve always wanted to do was be a handler. I was interested in the job after seeing the teams work overseas and then helping with training for our departments K9 unit.In January of 2 … read more

As professional K9 handlers know, our team at Ray Allen is committed to designing and manufacturing hardcore dog gear that makes K9 work easier and more efficient for dog handlers and their partners. One of the newest pieces in our collection that … read more

Kyle Briley and K9 Rio Police K9 Team @georgiapolicek9foundation "K9 Rio and I have been partners for 8.5 years. In that time K9 Rio was deployed over 3,000 times. Rio assisted in 832 arrests throughout his career. K9 Rio was embedded … read more

Picture this: you’re a K9 handler in the field when suddenly you need to give your dog some range to chase a scent. If you only have your dog on a standard leash, you and your K9 are in a tough spot. After all, a standard 5-foot leash doesn’t give … read more

Jef Verswyvel & Yvar Retired Belgian Army - Dog Enthusiast // Belgian K9 "I’ve always had a big admiration toward dogs. I can’t remember a day in my life when I wasn’t surrounded by a couple of furry friends. They helped me so many t … read more

According to dog healthcare professionals, dogs need one ounce of water for every pound they weigh. Even if you have a family dog whose daily routine consists of laying on the couch and going on a few walks around the block, they need to drink ton … read more

Constance Baker & Kracken Deputy Sheriff, K9 Trainer // Working Dog KnightwatchK9 Story was submitted by Steve Estrada, on behalf of Constance Baker. "Constance Baker is my partner in our German Shepherd Breeding Program. … read more

It’s no surprise that there are tons of different pieces of dog gear that a professional K9 handler needs to have readily available when they’re on duty with their working dog. In fact, there’s so much gear that finding a place to keep it all can … read more

Every K9 collar on the market has its own benefits and uses. That’s why there are hundreds (if not thousands) of different collars to choose from! But one of our favorite collars when working with dominant, prey-driven K9s is the appropriately nam … read more

Brennen Casey & SashaHandler // Service Dog@sashi_bomb "Sasha was re-homed to me after I had been looking for a Dutch Shepherd. It had been a while since losing my German Shepherd. She (Sasha) is a Service Dog for me. And, let … read more

It’d be nice if working dogs had a standard 9 to 5 job and only worked on clear, sunny days. But as every K9 handler knows, that’s far from the case! Our K9s work around the clock, often in less-than-ideal conditions. To help ensure everyone can … read more

Cheryl McRae & Jai Trainer // Personal Protection Dog "My boy Jai (P Jacob Von Wiese) and I have been a team for only the past 6 weeks. At 60 years old, I had decided to lighten the load and not take on a new working dog. But, I wasn … read more

Military and police apprehension dogs go through thousands of hours of K9 bite training to perfect their craft. While all of that training helps ensure working dogs can chase down bad guys, a few problems can arise after the suspect has been taken … read more

Matthew "Bo" Boheler & Maggie K9 Handler & Trainer // Detection Dog (in training) @matthewboheler "Maggie (a 2yr old Shepinois) came into my life on December 20, 2021. I rescued her from a kill shelter where she was waiting to … read more

In our previous blog post about the Ray Allen G-Hook Backpacks, we discussed how harness accessories make a dog handler’s life easier while benefiting their K9 at the same time. The VELCRO® Top ID Pouch from Ray Allen Manufacturing is no exception.&n … read more

Kimber Harris & Rumi Handler // Service Dog "I was diagnosed with Stage IIIA breast cancer in December of 2019. After years of chemotherapy and radiation treatments, along with countless surgeries, I was recently declared NED. I’ve b … read more

It goes without saying that professional dog handlers can get a little frustrated when trying to juggle all of their tactical dog equipment while they’re in the field. Thankfully, our team has developed the perfect solution for handlers with a lot … read more

Purchasing a new dog leash isn’t a choice that should be taken lightly, especially when you’re a K9 handler. After all, it’s one of the most important pieces of dog gear you can own! One of the reasons we wrote our Ultimate Guide to Dog Leashes … read more

Amber Malloy & Cholla Handler // Service K9 "4 years ago I suffered a scary seizure that sent me to the hospital. My face basically broke my fall. Breaking my nose in three place, along with other injuries. Soon after many tests were taken, … read more

Professional dog handlers and trainers know to turn to Ray Allen when they need the highest quality police and military K9 gear. And while we’re known for designing, manufacturing, and selling all sorts of tactical K9 equipment, we’re perhaps best … read more

Arian Terman & Ranger K9 Officer // Patrol K9 "Ranger and I met in the summer of 2020 during K9 selection. He was one of 3 dogs that we tested that day. As the handler who was getting a K9 that day I was tasked with doing everything wit … read more

Professional K9 trainers know that bite training for military or police dogs ideally starts when dogs are still young puppies. But the pros also know that they can’t start training their puppies with the same gear they use as full-grown working do … read more

Roman Rodriguez & Raven K9 Handler // Therapy Dog @Raven_K_9"I am a Marine Combat Veteran that suffers from my service connected disabilities. It has been difficult to adjust my lifestyle and work life balance due to my disabilities. Lu … read more

If you read our recent blog post about the RAM Kennel Collapsible Crate, you already know that it’s one of the highest quality kennels on the market for all working dog breeds. But we recognize that it does have one flaw: It’s not compliant wit … read more

Unlike a dog leash or a collar, you might not use a dog crate every day. But when you do need a crate, you want to ensure that your working dogs have the best one on the market. And for that, look no further than the RAM Kennel Collapsible Crat … read more

Brad Kervin & K9 Chase K9 Handler // Patrol K9@K9_chase19 "I’ve always wanted to be part of a K-9 unit, so once I got out the military and got in law enforcement I realized k9 was my end goal. After a few years on the street I went and … read more

A few weeks ago, The Jaded Dog Trainer covered what professional dog trainers shouldn’t tell their clients to ensure they don’t lose customers. Lucky for all the K9 handlers out there, our "favorite dog trainer" is back to give you a few … read more

Andrew Sheets & Fiona Roxette K9 Handler // Working Dog "Fiona Roxette was a fluke. My wife considers her a "unicorn", and not just because of her one ear. I have been wanting a partner to be on the boat with me since our then 16 1/2-year-o … read more

All Ray Allen dog bite training gear is built to keep decoys safe during training sessions. But as your K9 gets stronger and stronger, your decoy might start to complain that their arms are developing painful bruises. We know it’s tempting to … read more

If you're a professional dog trainer, you're bound to get tons of questions from your clients. Correctly and politely answering basic questions goes a long way in retaining clients while getting new ones. With approximately a bazillion years … read more

John Slye & Timon K9 Handler // Patrol K9 @Hakuna_441"Timon and I joined forces in October of 2021. After nearly 18 years of dreaming of becoming a handler, it finally became reality. And, I don’t think I could’ve asked for a better first partner … read more

If there’s one thing K9 handlers love, it’s a high-quality leather harness. But if there’s one downfall about leather harnesses (and many other harnesses), it’s that they can be difficult to put on and take off, especially if your K9 is excited … read more

Lynn Ellison II & K9 LokiDisabled K9 Trainer // Service Dog & Competitor@lynn_ellison"In 2017 I was almost killed, and nearly lost my left leg. After an accident I was flown out to the nearest trauma hospital, and from what I can rem … read more

Simple yet effective, the Ray Allen Leather Tracking Harness has been a staple in our line for decades and a piece of K9 gear that many dedicated handlers use regularly. Dive in to learn what makes this K9 harness one of our best sellers for … read more