The IQ dogsport vest is our bestseller for many reasons! Even the K9 handlers of the German police wear a special version of it. Version3.0 has two updates:  1. it already comes with a stringcord system for the chest pocket (you no longer need to purchase this separately) and 2. it is the first vest compatible with our new IQ Magnet Bag! Why is our vest a must for dogsports?

Big Front and Back Pockets

It has exactly the pockets that you need: The pockets for treats are very large, while the back pocket offers enough space for your leashes and toys.

Convertible Chest Pocket (patented)

The vest comes with two conventional chest pockets (left and right). Combine them to one large pocket in the center of your body to reward your dog for a front sit or retrieve. If your dog learns that the reward comes from the center of your body, it will wait for it in a perfect focused position rather than looking or bending left and right.

String Cords for Chest Pocket

Increase your dog’s focus even more, by using our stringcords to open the chest pocket. Simply pull the string cords at your hips (not leaving your basic position) and the toy will drop down for your dog to catch. This will make for a higher expectation and expression: a lot of dogs enjoy the excitement that comes with a spontaneously dropping toy.

Compatible with IQ Magnet Bag (Accessories)

The IQ Dogsport vest 3.0 is compatible with our new IQ Magnet Bag. It is for you if you are workig on your dog’s heeling position or his open expression. 

The IQ Magnet Bag can be attached at the bottom of your left armhole: it is almost invisible (and even more so for your dog). Insert a ball or other small toy and close it easily with its magnet closure. Whenever you are ready to reward your dog, pull the string cord on your right side and the toy will drop. 

Why wouldn’t you just tuck a toy under your left arm the way many have done it for a long time? Because the dog knows exactly if the toy is there or not and will not have a reliable behavior for trials and competitions. For starters, the dog can see the toy tucked under the arm. In addition, no one walks naturally with a toy tucked under. Watch our videos to see how we use it in training.

Back Slot

If you use a tracking flag, whip or position stick, you will be happy to store it in the vest’s back slot. 

Magnet Pockets

If you train with magnetic toys, use our magnet pockets on the inside of our vest to store them safely. This way, it is enough to only use one magnet rather than two (easy way to save money). In addition, you will not lose the magnet accidentally. Something that happened to us a lot in the past when we had dogs who got the ball on their own upon release. 

Tried and tested

Of course, we tried everything to make the summer vest as robust as our regular vest. However, bear in mind that the fabric needs to be more delicate in order to ensure us not sweating in the summer heat.

Measurements

Washing Instructions

Wash at 40° C
Dry cleaning possible
Do not iron the jacket
Do not use chlorine
Do not tumble dry

Please note:  The IQ Magnet Pocket can only be purchased separately