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Unleash the Beast: Primal Canine Decoy Leg Gauntlets

Unleash the Beast: Primal Canine Decoy Leg Gauntlets

Jan 11th 2024

In the world of extreme dog bite training, the only thing standing between you and a set of razor-sharp teeth is your gear. That's why we’re excited to cover the Primal Canine Decoy Thigh Gauntlet and Primal Canine Decoy Calf Gauntlet, your bes … read more
Ray Allen "Stuff-It" Fire Hose Tugs

Ray Allen "Stuff-It" Fire Hose Tugs

Sep 7th 2022

Regardless of the breed or age, K9 handlers know that their dogs need plenty of rewards and interactive toys to stay both mentally and physically active and engaged. And if an owner can find a durable reward that can also serve as a trai … read more
Ray Allen GTFO Leather Wedge Cover for Bite Training Gear

Ray Allen GTFO Leather Wedge Cover for Bite Training Gear

Jul 20th 2022

At Ray Allen, we’re constantly coming up with new products to help bite training professionals improve their K9’s bite drive, build their bite strength, and generally just grow into the most badass working dogs on the planet. Designed in … read more
How to Break In & Care for a Bite Suit

How to Break In & Care for a Bite Suit

May 25th 2022

Like any piece of K9 equipment, bite suits require routine care to ensure they last for years and are as effective as possible. Two of the most important care items are breaking the suit in and properly storing it after each bite training sessi … read more
Dominant Dog Collar: Low-Profile Bite Release Collar

Dominant Dog Collar: Low-Profile Bite Release Collar

May 11th 2022

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
Sirius Breaker Bar: The Ultimate K9 Bite Release Tool

Sirius Breaker Bar: The Ultimate K9 Bite Release Tool

Apr 27th 2022

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
Ray Allen Berry Compliant Belgian Arm Sleeve

Ray Allen Berry Compliant Belgian Arm Sleeve

Mar 30th 2022

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
Ray Allen Leather Gauntlet

Ray Allen Leather Gauntlet

Feb 23rd 2022

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
Goughnuts Heavy Duty K9 Chew Toys

Goughnuts Heavy Duty K9 Chew Toys

Jun 16th 2021

Goughnuts K9 reward toys are awesome! They are heavy-duty dog chew toys, nearly indestructible, safe for dogs, and guaranteed for life! With so many reasons to love 'em, it's no wonder Goughnuts toys are trusted by dog trainers and pro … read more
Heavy Duty Ball On A Rope For Dogs

Heavy Duty Ball On A Rope For Dogs

Jun 2nd 2021

Let’s talk about the good ‘ole Ball On A Rope toy for dogs. We’re not sure who’s more excited about it… us or your dog. But when it comes to our heavy-duty ball on a rope for your K9 and working dogs, you’d better believe that it's built to last! … read more
A New Look At The Classic KONGâ„¢ Toy For Dogs

A New Look At The Classic KONGâ„¢ Toy For Dogs

May 19th 2021

KONGâ„¢ is a Colorado-based company that's been around for a long time, and their products are 100% made in the USA. These dog toys are made from rubber and come in a variety of hardness levels, so you can get the right KONGâ„¢ for the intensity of yo … read more
Blast Hose Tug Toys For Working Dogs

Blast Hose Tug Toys For Working Dogs

May 5th 2021

Our Blast Hose Tug Toys for working dogs are designed for the tough and aggressive dog, making it perfect for K9 training, obedience training, or as a great play reward. These Blast Hose Tugs are not only good for training, but can also be used … read more
Why Ray Allen Dog Tug Toys Are Vital To K9 Bite Training

Why Ray Allen Dog Tug Toys Are Vital To K9 Bite Training

Apr 14th 2021

Tug toys for dogs are a critical tool used by handlers during K9 bite training or as reward toys — especially when your warrior is still a puppy. Ray Allen proudly features a wide range of tug toys that come in all shapes, sizes, and materials; … read more
​Breaking Down the Adjustable Muzzle Vest

​Breaking Down the Adjustable Muzzle Vest

Mar 24th 2021

The Ray Allen Adjustable Muzzle Vest is the newest piece of innovative training equipment from Ray Allen Manufacturing. It’s made from high quality 1000d Cordura, with packed cloth on the inside and a thick foam built in to take the majority … read more
Primal Canine Partnership: Decoy Armor Gauntlets

Primal Canine Partnership: Decoy Armor Gauntlets

Mar 10th 2021

In early 2018, Mike Jones of Primal Canine was facing a problem that most dog trainers will face at some point. His every day semi-comp bite suit wasn’t cutting it against bites anymore. The bites were feeling more aggressive beneath the bite suit … read more
Quality Through Innovation: The Semi-Comp Bite Suit

Quality Through Innovation: The Semi-Comp Bite Suit

Feb 10th 2021

How It Came To Be Primal Canine’s Mike Jones has been working closely with Ray Allen Manufacturing for over two and a half years in an effort to push forward with new innovations in canine bite training. From bite sleeves to full suits, Primal Cani … read more
Transitional Training: The Bite Suit Arm Sleeve

Transitional Training: The Bite Suit Arm Sleeve

Jan 20th 2021

A favorite among K9 bite trainers across the country, our Bite Suit Arm Sleeve is the perfect piece of equipment to transition young dogs onto a bite suit. Its tapered and multi-functional design simulates an actual bite suit while also providi … read more
Starting ‘Em Young: Puppy Bite Development Gear

Starting ‘Em Young: Puppy Bite Development Gear

Jan 16th 2021

When beginning canine bite training with a new puppy, nothing is as important as the gear you choose. Ray Allen Manufacturing offers four stages of puppy bite training equipment, with a final stage that makes transitioning to full bite sleeves … read more
Advanced Bite Training: Lace-Up Hidden Sleeves

Advanced Bite Training: Lace-Up Hidden Sleeves

Dec 17th 2020

Ray Allen Manufacturing is proud to carry a wide variety of  bite sleeves for K9 training. When it comes to versatility for advanced K9 bite training though, nothing beats our lace-up hidden sleeves. We carry three unique variations, each w … read more
Next Level Bite Training: Leather Hidden Sleeve

Next Level Bite Training: Leather Hidden Sleeve

Dec 9th 2020

Ray Allen's Leather Hidden Sleeve (61-5000) is the perfect tool for taking K9 bite training to the next level. This unique apron leather sleeve has extreme puncture resistance for optimal decoy safety, while remaining form fitting and comfort … read more
Breaking Down the Jute Intermediate Handled Sleeve

Breaking Down the Jute Intermediate Handled Sleeve

Dec 2nd 2020

Ray Allen's  Intermediate Handled Sleeve (30C) is by far our most versatile all-around bite sleeve. The 30C offers optimum comfort and safety for the decoy, and really shines when used in training both young dogs and older, more aggressive … read more
Gearing Up: How to Put a Sleeve Cover on a Hard Sleeve

Gearing Up: How to Put a Sleeve Cover on a Hard Sleeve

Nov 18th 2020

Ray Allen Manufacturing’s sleeve covers are built with the highest quality to help maintain your hard sleeve and enhance your K9’s training. While sleeve covers are a necessity in bite training, securely fastening it to a hard sleeve for t … read more
Compression Bite Bar Sleeves for Schutzhund Trials

Compression Bite Bar Sleeves for Schutzhund Trials

Nov 4th 2020

Compression bite bar sleeves are essential in any bite training toolkit. This sleeve set is popular amongst our nation's law enforcement and police K9 training officers because they act as a constructive guide for the decoy and a satisfying challe … read more
Ultra-light Training Sleeve System - Canine Bite Work

Ultra-light Training Sleeve System - Canine Bite Work

Oct 28th 2020

Ray Allen’s Ultra-light Training Sleeve System is meant to teach full, firm, definite bites from beginner to advanced dogs. Achieving that definitive grip with unwavering pressure preps him for apprehension work, where pain compliance and a con … read more
Incog Treat Pouches to Accelerate Your K9 Training

Incog Treat Pouches to Accelerate Your K9 Training

Oct 21st 2020

We’ve all run into this dilemma when training our dogs: you pull out your treats, your tug, the tennis ball, even your bite suit or trainer’s apron and your dog is down to recall and ready to listen. But the second the training equipment goes … read more
Introducing the Primal Canine Decoy Armor Gauntlets

Introducing the Primal Canine Decoy Armor Gauntlets

Mar 18th 2020

In bite dog training for police and military units, it is absolutely necessary to teach your dog to bite the decoy and not the suit. In an actual apprehension scenario, you want your dog trained for a confident bite: a hard grip that exerts pressu … read more
K9 Dog Bite Work Training Guide For Police and Military

K9 Dog Bite Work Training Guide For Police and Military

Jun 15th 2016

by Mike SuttleI constantly see police dogs who lack a lot of confidence in the patrol and apprehension phase of their work, as well as dogs that will take very little real pressure from a man while they are engaged in a fight. I believe that most o … read more