Gearing Up: High-Performance Retriever Gear
The following products will help your dog reach his full potential in the field
May 01, 2025 •
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min read
John Hoffman, DU
1. Gunner Offers New Color Options
Gunner has launched several new color schemes for its popular kennels, food containers, and dog bowls. New colors include pink, tan, red, marigold, blue, teal, gunmetal, black, DU Green, lavender, navy, Saskatoon, Sulphur Springs, and blaze orange. Gunner products can be customized with name plates and special engravings on request. gunner.com
2. Ruff Land Performance Large Kennel
Ruff Land’s new Large Kennel features a one-piece, rotomolded design, which is strong, lightweight, and absorbs energy upon impact. Other handy features include customizable side door placement options, removable composite doors, a raised floor, heavy-duty tiedowns, and integrated handles. Colors include GoGreen, whitestone, olive drab, and millstone. rufflandkennels.com
3. Dive Bomb Industries Dog Bumpers
Courtesy of Dive Bomb Industries
Dive Bomb’s new dog bumpers are 11 inches long and 2 1/2 inches wide. They feature a ball-grip and high-strength nylon rope for long throws. An aqua valve allows you to adjust how the bumper rides on the water. Bumpers are available in multiple color options for any training situation. divebombindustries.com
4. Purina Pro Plan Large Breed Dry Puppy Food
Give a growing dog the nutrition he needs with Purina’s Large Breed Dry Puppy Food, Chicken and Rice Formula. This performance dog food contains a special blend of omega-rich fish oil to nourish brain and vision development; antioxidants for a stronger immune system; omega-6 fatty acids and glucosamine for healthy joints and cartilage support; and a full suite of other essential vitamins and minerals. purina.com
5. Furvor Bone Broth Topper
This highly concentrated beef bone broth is formulated to soothe joint pain, promote healthy digestion, support immune function, and improve skin health. Simply drizzle this tasty topper over your dog’s kibble for an instant flavor boost or offer it as a special treat or hydration supplement in the field. The 12-ounce bottle provides more than 20 doses when mixed with water. furvorpet.com
6. Garmin Alpha LTE Tracker
Track your dog on your smartphone with the new Garmin Alpha LTE Tracker collar attachment. Using the Alpha app, you will know exactly where your hunting companion is at all times. Designed to withstand the rigors of outdoor conditions and featuring improved GPS performance, this product will give you peace of mind whether you are training, hunting, or away from home. garmin.com
7. ZoomDog Supplements
ZoomDog offers several sporting dog–oriented supplements for hardworking retrievers. For example, the Hunt Dog Hunt Performance Joint Formula contains the super antioxidant oligomeric proanthocyanidin (OPC), as well as cysteine, manganese, and vitamin C for improved joint health, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness. zoomdogsupplements.com
