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Alex & Me |
 What would normally be a quiet, very private event was, in Alex's case, headline news. Over the thirty years they had worked together, Alex and Irene had become famous—two pioneers who opened an unprecedented window into the hidden yet vast world of animal minds. Alex's brain was the size of a shelled walnut, and when Irene and Alex first met, birds were not believed to possess any potential for language, consciousness, or anything remotely comparable to human intelligence. Yet, over the years, Alex proved many things. He could add. He could sound out words. He understood concepts like bigger, smaller, more, fewer, and none. He was capable of thought and intention. Together, Alex and Irene uncovered a startling reality: We live in a world populated by thinking, conscious creatures. |
The Ultimate Ring |
 The Ultimate Ring contains multiple squeakers and is designed to be used interactively with your dog. Use the ring as a Frisbee or a tug toy. It’s great for flyball training! Ultimate toys are built to last, but keep in mind that no toy will last forever. The Ultimate Ring and Tug-O-War are designed as play toys, and should not be ingested. Enjoy the toys together with your pet; do not allow your pet to play with these toys unsupervised. |
Ultimate Tug-O-War |
 The Tug-O-War contains multiple squeakers, and is great for interactive play with one dog or multiple dogs. It can even be used in the water. This toy will entertain dogs for hours. Ultimate toys are built to last, but keep in mind that no toy will last forever. The Ultimate Ring and Tug-O-War are designed as play toys, and should not be ingested. Enjoy the toys together with your pet; do not allow your pet to play with these toys unsupervised. |
Water Loopies |
 If your dog loves water, Water Loopies are a must! They are made of durable neoprene, and they float—perfect for the beach, lake, or pool. Loopies are the happier, healthier, and safer solution for the water dog. |
Floppy Fish Bones |
 Give your cat what it really wants—a fish bone plush toy. These great Fish Bones are stuffed with the best organic USA-grown catnip. They are sure to keep your cat happy and entertained for hours. |
Clicker trainers always seem to have treats tucked in a pocket or a pouch for on-the-spot rewards. Isn’t it nice when those treats are clean and dry – and your dog loves them just as much as greasy hot dog bits? Charlee Bear Dog Treats are a clicker trainer’s dream. Just 3 calories each with no preservatives, no artificial color, and no sugar, they can be carried in pockets without smells, crumbs, or greasy stains. And, as we discovered in our own training sessions, dogs will really work to earn a Charlee Bear.
Watch your cat attack, wrestle, and snuggle with a KONG Kickeroo. This unique toy appeals to a cat’s instinctive desire to stalk and capture prey. The Kickeroo’s size, shape, and material were specially chosen to promote wrestling and hind paw kicking. The fluffy tail provides movement for extra excitement. A generous amount of KONG’s potent North American catnip has been added to further encourage play. Don’t be surprised if the Kickeroo becomes your cat’s favorite toy.
Capture the Saddle: The Mounting Block Lesson teaches great mounting block manners—plus it sets the stage for single-rein riding.
Does your horse dance around at the mounting block? Does he sidle away as soon as you put your foot in the stirrup? This lesson shows you how to use the power of cues to interrupt this pattern. Once you’re on, you’ll learn how to use single-rein riding to get a stuck horse in motion, and how to use a basic cone circle exercise to create the beginnings of lateral work.
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