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DT Systems Soft Mouth Training Dummy Large
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SKU: WX2*0729952
Overview
This training dummy is built to help dogs learn a softer, more controlled retrieve through its S-Grips design and pliable body. Its bird-like feel is intended to make training sessions more realistic, while the ability to inflate or deflate the dummy lets handlers adjust the setup to suit different drills. With a throwing rope and a design suited for both water training and field use, it fits well into structured retrieve work for hunters developing steadier mouth habits.
Why Hunters Choose the Dt Systems
S-grips Encourage
Gentler grip during retrieve training
Soft, Pliable
Plastic mimics the feel of
Inflatable Design
Lets you customize firmness for
Suitable Both
Water training and field use
Includes Throwing
Rope for easier training throws
Key Features
- Patent-pending S-Grip technology encourages a gentler grip during retrieve training.
- Soft, pliable plastic is designed to feel like a real bird's body.
- Inflate or deflate the dummy to customize training sessions.
- Suitable for both water training and field use.
- Includes a throwing rope for easy handling during training.
Best Used For
- Hunters training young dogs to develop a gentler, softer retrieve
- Handlers wanting a realistic bird-like dummy for basic retrieve drills
- Waterfowl trainers needing a floating dummy for water and field sessions
- Owners who want adjustable inflation for varied training difficulty
- Field trainers using a durable dummy for repeated retrieve practice
Specifications
| Deflatable | Yes |
|---|---|
| Durable | Yes |
| Field Use | Yes |
| Floating | Yes |
| Inflatable | Yes |
| Long Lasting | Yes |
| Material | Soft, pliable plastic |
| S Grips Technology | Patent-pending S Grip(TM) |
| Size | Large |
| Throwing Rope | Yes |
| Training Purpose | Retrieve training |
| Water Training | Yes |
Pros
- S-Grips encourage a gentler grip during retrieve training.
- Soft, pliable plastic mimics the feel of a real bird's body.
- Inflatable design lets you customize firmness for different sessions.
- Suitable for both water training and field use.
- Includes a throwing rope for easier training throws.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The soft-mouth design is intentional, so it is meant to encourage a gentler hold rather than a firm grip.
- Inflating or deflating the dummy changes the feel and training setup, so it may take some adjustment to match your dog’s session goals.
- This is a training dummy, not a live-bird substitute, so it offers a life-like feel but still remains a controlled training tool.
- The product is described as a floating dummy, which makes it suitable for water training and field use, but the experience will differ from actual game retrieval.
Suggested Comparisons
- Dog training dummies
- Retrieving training bumpers
- Waterfowl dog training accessories
- Bird dog training equipment
Suggested Accessories
- Dog training whistle
- Retrieval training bumper
- Dog training lead
- Floating training dummy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DT Systems Soft Mouth Training Dummy Large designed to teach?
It is designed to help train a dog to retrieve with a softer, gentler mouth and hold.
What makes this dummy different from a standard training dummy?
The product uses patent-pending S-Grip(TM) technology and a soft, pliable plastic body intended to encourage a gentler grip.
Can the dummy be adjusted for different training sessions?
Yes. The description says you can inflate or deflate the dummy to customize training sessions.
Is this dummy intended for water work as well as field training?
Yes. The long description says floating dummies are suitable for both water training and field use.
Does the product description mention a throwing rope?
Yes. A throwing rope is listed in the long description.