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Deputy Jim R.
Barnes (Retired) |
"Some
years ago my good (and greatly missed) friend Art O'Keefe told me about
this great training equipment manufacturer that he had found named
"Harddog's Requisites," located in the heartland of the
country, Tennessee. When I next saw Art (at a Police Service Dog
Competition) he showed me the body suit he had obtained from Harddogs.
Even after just a cursory examination of the suit, I immediately decided
that this (IMHO) was the best body suit I had ever seen.
Jumping ahead about 20 years (hard to believe that I have been doing Police Service Dog Training for 40 years), my agency alone has 5 Harddog's suits, plus 10 Harddog's sleeves. We also have 3 suits from other manufacturers, but when we are preparing for whatever training exercises are planned for a given day, our helpers (or handler/helpers) ignore the "other" suits and go automatically to a Harddog's suit (or sleeve). This, to me, is a hands-on reflection of the thought for the needs, likes and dislikes of the trainers, helpers and handlers which resulted in such superb designs. The creme de la creme of this company is the commitment to customer satisfaction. On the rare occasion we have experienced some minor problem with a piece of Harddog's Requisites equipment, a phone call has resulted in "ship it back" -- "We'll fix it" -- AND THEY DO! Technologically advanced equipment -- designed with helpers/trainers in mind = fair competitive prices = And with integrity in their customer relations as their guiding value. What more could one ask for! |
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"I’ve been using Harddog’s Requisites equipment since I first discovered it in 1996. I started out with the “Soft-Shell Sleeve System” and absolutely loved the progression and results on all breeds and different types of training. For our hard-biting Police Service and Security Dogs I’ve found nothing better for “real life” advanced training and canine safety than the line of Harddog’s Bite Suits and Civil Jackets. The constant technological advances, high quality craftsmanship and unparalleled customer service keep me coming back. Great job, Guy! Don Blair Managing Director, Canine Associates International |
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"When I first used Harddog’s sleeves, I was amazed at the light weight and smooth action of the arms. It almost feels like you have nothing there, giving much better natural feel for the decoy. Their three-sleeve system provides something for every dog in the club. Harddog’s Bite Suit has proven to be the best in the world. Guy stands 100% behind his products and provides excellent service. A lot of the foundation work on my 1999 North American SchH 3 Champion, QUATTRO, was done with Harddog's Requisites sleeves, as well as the suit and the exquisite leather muzzle they make. I recommend them and QUATTRO loves them! We can’t wait for the new SHARKBAR!!!!!" Tim Cruser |
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"I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you
for your patience while listening and your expertise in developing equipment that I needed
to train the dogs in my Schutzhund group. Over the past 25 years I admit to being what
could be called an equipment addict. Being fortunate enough to have traveled to Europe to represent various Schutzhund teams from the United States, I brought back virtually every sleeve ever made. What has impressed me about your equipment is that you are making a range of choices so that there is a sleeve available to suit the biting abilities of any dog. I have never been the type of trainer that likes to use one sleeve on every dog and expect the dog to adapt. From the puppy sleeve all the way to the hard sleeve, you have several choices in between that I can use to develop each dog’s grip at his own pace and to suit his particular needs. This is a great advantage to me as a trainer as it saves me time in the long run as the dogs develop faster. Each training session that produces desired results in the grip of the dog is quality training time." Philip Hoelcher |
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The muzzle fits perfect -- Thank you! Most of all, thank you for the great customer service you extended to me and the Prescott Police Department. In this world of, "you'll get it when you get it" attitudes, you and Harddog's Requisites came through for me and my K-9. Thank you again." Ofc. Ron Jacobelli |
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Mark Leamer
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"As you are aware, I have been a police dog trainer for 35 years and was
introduced to your bite suits some 10 years ago. I have used them exclusively since that
time and feel moved to tell you that I believe you make the best dog-training equipment on
the market today! Your equipment is innovative, durable and flexible, and I have
recommended your training aids to many police departments and private trainers over the
years. I also know that your customer service is without parallel. Arthur D. O'Keefe We extend our deepest sympathy to the family and many friends of Arthur O'Keefe. He will be greatly missed. |
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"I'm a trainer who works 60 to 80 dogs a week
and have almost every product made in my 'arsenal' of equipment. I find the Harddog's
Requisites sleeves to be the best system for developing strong, confident grips. |
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"I am Sgt.
Carl Smith, a certified Level II trainer who resides in Franklin, Tennessee. I have been a
police dog handler since 1984. For the past several years I trained Police K-9 units for
several different Middle Tennessee Police Departments, while handling training duties for
my own department. In 1998 I began using sleeves and equipment from Harddog's Requisites. I have used the left and right arm Chomp and intermediate sleeves. I have been extremely pleased with the performance of the equipment and the service Harddog's Requisites and Guy Hairston have provided. I would highly recommend using Harddog's Requisites services." Sgt. Carl Smith Jr. Franklin, TN Police Dept USPCA Level II Trainer |
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"I have been using your Soft-Shell Sleeve
System for nearly two years. I can say, without hesitation, that the dogs that I have
worked with have benefited from this series of sleeves. My own dog, in fact, was started
on your Shortie arm, and has progressed very well. His bite today is hard, full and
uncompromising. I attribute this in part to the work that you have done to manufacture
top-notch equipment. Although I have been very happy with your equipment in the past, I must comment on your new equipment. I received a new Shortie from you last week. I have noticed differences in this sleeve compared to sleeves that I have purchased from you before. I am pleased to note that these changes have made the sleeve even better. I have noticed that you will soon offer a trial sleeve. I was
brought up using the same European sleeves that everyone else has used. If your trial
sleeve lives up to the reputation set by your Soft-Shell Sleeve system, I am sure that it
will far exceed the performance of the European sleeves that we are all used to. Please
let me know when the trial sleeve is available. I would like to be the first on the list
to order one." |
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"Thanks for my
Shortie sleeve. It has become the best sleeve I've ever used for both
young, and experienced dogs! In my 32 years of experience, it is
without a doubt, the lightest and most comfortable sleeve I've ever
worn." Mike West USA/WDA SchH/DPO Judge; Dir of K-9 Ops - White Bear Services; Training Director - OG Im Wald Schutzhund Verein and Central IL SchH Assoc for GSD |
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| "The suit
(Series I XL) is working great! It is the only one our helpers want to use
for daily training. It gives more protection and is more
flexible than our other suits. Three of our dogs bite very hard and deep and this is the only suit that gives enough
protection. " Lt. Rick Wiley Nampa, ID Police Dept |
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