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

Our team at Ray Allen Manufacturing knows hardcore working dogs need durable and long-lasting gear, and the last thing K9 handlers want to do is replace their dog harnesses year after year. That’s why we created the Double Layer Leather Harness … read more

As every K9 handler knows, a dogs’ hearing is far superior to ours. Without getting into all the scientific details, dogs can pick up sounds from four times farther away than we can, and they can also hear noises at much higher and lower frequenci … read more

Every K9 handler wants the best for their dogs and themselves, which is why handlers and K9 trainers trust Ray Allen for all of their K9 equipment. If you’re in the market for a heavy-duty dog harness that lasts for years and is comfortable for … read more

This time, the Jaded Dog Trainer discusses the Labrador Retriever breed. Unlike some of The Jaded Dog Trainer’s most recent posts about Rottweilers and Dobermans, he doesn’t have a problem with the way today’s Labs are bred and raised! Let’s di … read more

Aspen Oliver & Aster Handler // Companion Dog@stripedsalvation "Aster came to me at 16 weeks old as one of the most promising puppies of her litter. She is my first Standard Poodle and is learning to be my eyes as a service guide dog, af … read more

With all of the different dog harness materials and models on the market, choosing a harness isn’t an easy task. While we love all the products we make and carry, one of our favorite harnesses is the Ray Allen Manufacturing Biothane Multifuncti … read more

Evan Crosby & ColtHandler // Companion Dog "After 2020 and all the changes that took place, due to COVID, our family was not mentally in a good place. The kids were in and out of depression, I was battling with depression myself, and my wife … read more

This time, The Jaded Dog Trainer discusses the Rottweiler breed and how these hardcore dogs have (unfortunately) changed over the centuries. What Is A Rottweiler? Rottweilers are the descendants of Mastiffs bred by the Romans 2,000 … read more

Brett Schwartz & Finn K9 Handler // Service Dog Team @finnstagram.2017 "I brought Finn home as a puppy in 2017 after going through one of the darkest bouts of depression and anxiety that I had ever experienced. My initial intention … read more

Prong collars have gone by many names over the years, including pinch collars, correction collar, and training collars. When used correctly, they’re fantastic dog obedience training tools. They mimic the way a K9’s mother corrects her pup’s behavi … read more

Michael Shedd & Coss @K9_Coss K9 Handler // Multipurpose Police K9 "K9 Coss and I have been together for right at one year as a team. Coss has been certified in narcotics detection, tracking, evidence search, building sear … read more