Vests & Scratch Pants

Dog Trainer Vests & Protection Scratch Pants

Professional clothing for the people who train working dogs. This collection brings together dog trainer vests built to keep rewards, tools and leashes within reach, and protection scratch pants and suits that guard helpers and decoys during bite work - for IGP / Schutzhund, obedience, sport and service-dog training.

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Dog trainer vests

A good training vest keeps your hands free and your rewards ready, so timing stays sharp. Our vests are made for long days on the field:

  • Multi-Pocket vests - several pockets for treats, toys, a clicker and a phone, a full zip front and a D-ring for a leash or tug. Available in black, blue and grey.
  • Stretch Dri-Fit vests - lightweight, breathable fabric that moves with you and dries fast in hot weather or hard sessions.

Protection scratch pants & suits

Scratch pants protect the helper's legs from claws, teeth and contact during bite work, sleeve work and agitation, while still allowing the free movement needed to run, turn and present correctly to the dog.

  • Protection Scratch Pants - bib-style pants with padded knees for IGP and working-dog helper work.
  • Full Protection Training Suit - jacket, scratch pants and sleeve together for complete helper coverage.

How to choose

  • Handlers and trainers - choose a vest; Multi-Pocket for maximum storage, Dri-Fit for comfort and airflow.
  • Helpers and decoys - choose scratch pants for leg protection, or the full suit for upper and lower body coverage.
  • Clubs and training groups - combine vests for handlers with scratch pants for helpers to equip the whole field.

Frequently asked questions

What are scratch pants used for?
Scratch pants protect a helper's legs from scratches and contact during protection and bite training. They are not a full bite suit, but they give the coverage most training sessions need while keeping the helper agile.

What should a dog trainer vest have?
Easy-access pockets for treats and toys, a secure zip, a leash or tug attachment point, and fabric that stays comfortable through long sessions.

Which sizes are available?
Vests come in a range of sizes from S upward; see each product page for the exact size options.