{"title":"IGP Competition Dumbbells","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIGP Competition Dumbbells for Schutzhund \u0026amp; Obedience Retrieve Training\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK9-Industries IGP competition dumbbells are wooden retrieve dumbbells with removable weight plates, built for the three official IGP \/ Schutzhund retrieve weights: \u003cstrong\u003e650 g, 1 kg and 2 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each one has a dried hardwood dowel that is safe for the dog's teeth, and comes with \u003cstrong\u003eblack, white or blue plates\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich dumbbell weight do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e650 g\u003c\/strong\u003e - IGP 1 \/ Schutzhund I flat retrieve, and the starting point for most young dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 kg (1000 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e - IGP 2 \/ Schutzhund II flat retrieve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 kg (2000 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e - IGP 3 \/ Schutzhund III flat retrieve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLighter dumbbells are also commonly used for the retrieve over the hurdle and the climbing wall. Always check the current rules of your organization before a trial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy removable plates matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemovable plates let you teach a calm, full grip with a lighter object, then add weight as your dog's strength and confidence grow. One dumbbell takes you from foundation work to full trial weight, without changing equipment the dog already knows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes a good competition dumbbell\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardwood dowel\u003c\/strong\u003e - firm, natural bite surface that won't splinter or feel slick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaised plates\u003c\/strong\u003e - lift the dowel off the ground for a clean pick-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe right fit\u003c\/strong\u003e - plate height, dowel thickness and plate spacing should match your dog so it can hold the center without pinching its lips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat weight dumbbell is used in IGP?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIGP uses 650 g for IGP 1, 1 kg for IGP 2 and 2 kg for IGP 3 on the flat retrieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use one dumbbell for training and trials?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. With removable plates you can train lighter and compete at full weight with the same dumbbell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the plate color matter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot for the rules - choose black, white or blue for visibility on your field or to match your team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you ship across the US?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, K9-Industries ships its dog training equipment across the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"650-g-wooden-dog-training-dumbbell-with-removable-weight-plates-black","title":"650 g Wooden Dog Training Dumbbell with Removable Weight Plates - Black","description":"\u003ch2\u003e650 g Wooden Dog Training Dumbbell with Removable Weight Plates - Black\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA competition-grade retrieve dumbbell built for one job: teaching a clean, calm, confident hold. 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