The Jaded Dog Trainer seems to spend a bit too much time online these days because he’s been talking a lot recently about lists he reads of “top dog breeds.” He recently stumbled across a post from Facebook that ranked the top dog breeds to hav … read more

If you’re familiar at all with flashlights, you probably already know about Fenix Lights. Their products are some of the best in the game, and we’re proud to carry three of them in our store! In this week’s blog, we’ll teach you the ins and out … read more

Now introducing one of our most popular dog muzzles in a new color! Alongside our existing colors, dog owners can now purchase the RAM Adjustable Mesh Muzzle in hi-vis orange. Before we dive into the vibrant addition to this beloved dog muzzle, … read more

Have you ever seen a misbehaving dog in public and heard their owner saying that the dog was being “good”? Of course you have! And The Jaded Dog Trainer has, too... and he’s sick of it! In this week’s video, our friend TJDT goes off on all … read more

The Icon Air Harness™ is one of the most trusted dog harnesses in our line. Our team is proud to announce a new colorway: the Hi-Vis Icon Air Harness™ featuring a custom-designed bright orange color that ensures your dog remains visible, even i … read more

Our team is thrilled to launch a brand new training tug that we know you and your dog are going to love: the Pocket Leather Tug. Available in two sizes to match your preferences, this tug is a great tool that your dog will love for each trainin … read more

Our E-Lusive collars have become some of our top-selling products due to their unique features, secure fit, and time-tested durability. However, in order to use our E-Lusive collars properly, knowing the correct way to mount your E-Collar recei … read more

Our team is thrilled to introduce another one-of-a-kind product from Rader K9, the same amazing company that developed the Dominant Dog Collar. Designed with devoted dog handlers in mind, the Rader K9 Slip Lead is a must-have for training sessi … read more

Have you ever wondered what the top dog breeds are, according to the Internet, but don’t want to waste your time on Google? Don’t worry! The Jaded Dog Trainer is back again to save you the energy by breaking it down for your entertainment. Today, … read more

Longtime Ray Allen customers know that we’re industry leaders when it comes to innovation. Not only are we constantly coming up with new products (like our popular Dog Trainer Fanny Pack), but we’re also always looking for ways to improve the prod … read more

Dog trainers routinely rave about our original MOLLE KONG™ Ball Pouch, created specifically for a small KONG™ or a standard 2” ball. With its convenient design and durability, it has quickly become a favorite among professionals and ev … read more

Recently, our team here at Ray Allen Manufacturing was approached by one of our loyal customers about finding a solution that would allow him to safely and comfortably rappel with his dog. Whether you’ve rappelled with your dog or not, it’s obvi … read more

If you’ve been keeping up with the latest Jaded Dog Trainer videos, you’ve probably seen the friendly argument between Matt Wilson from Ray Allen Manufacturing and The Jaded Dog Trainer discussing “new school” vs. “old school” dog trainers. … read more

We’re back again with another K9 Spotlight Interview, where we give you an insider look at some of the most badass K9 trainers in the world. In this week’s interview, we were fortunate enough to sit down with Justin Rigney, the founder of K9 Se … read more

A few weeks ago, our very old friend, The Jaded Dog Trainer, came out with another rant about today’s dog trainers. He was upset (as he usually is) that Millennial trainers think they know everything about K9s and K9 training. When, in actual … read more

In our latest video, we were thrilled to meet with Abegail from Trails & Tails Canine to discuss one of the most effective training tools on the market: the Mini Educator ET-300. Designed to be an exceptionally user-friendly E-Collar, this is a … read more

It’s been a while since we’ve heard any rants from our friend, The Jaded Dog Trainer. But he’s back by unpopular demand in this week’s YouTube video to vent about the dog gear and dog training practices used by “old timers" these days (aka do … read more

Regarded as one of the most trusted names in K9 protection gear, K9 Helm products are used by handlers in some of the most dangerous working conditions a dog can encounter. Known for their one-of-a-kind working K9 helmet, the company recently rein … read more

Here at Ray Allen Manufacturing, we’ve been handcrafting the highest quality K9 gear right here in America for over 75 years. Making everything by hand takes a ton of time, hard work, and dedication to the craft. But we know it’s worth the effort, … read more

Welcome to this week’s K9 Spotlight, where we get to sit down with dedicated individuals in the K9 industry to learn more about their experience in the field and their relationship with our team at Ray Allen. This week, we’re joined … read more

If you’ve been keeping up with the latest Ray Allen Manufacturing news, you already know about the Dog Trainer Fanny Pack (DTFP, for short). But if you’re just hearing about it for the first time, this versatile K9 handler accessory is quite … read more

Here at Ray Allen Manufacturing, we’ve been producing the highest quality dog gear and K9 training equipment since 1948. We’ve developed a large following of devoted dog owners and trainers who want the best for their K9s, but it seems like we can … read more

We always meet a ton of incredible people in the K9 industry when we attend the annual HITS K9 Conference. And whenever possible, we jump at the opportunity to interview these handlers and trainers as part of our K9 Spotlight series. In this … read more

Without question, one of the most important pieces of gear K9 officers need to have on their belt is an E-Collar remote holster. Learn about the importance of this piece of equipment, and discover one of the newest brands we’ve brought on at … read more

Here at Ray Allen Manufacturing, we’re thrilled to announce a new dog E-Collar that combines the best features from our E-Lusive Collars and the E-Flex Collar into one design, the Bungee Mini E-Lusive™ Collar. Easy to put on and take off and const … read more

If there’s one thing to know about the Ray Allen Manufacturing team, it’s that we hand-make the  highest-quality dog gear on the market. And if there’s another thing to know about us, it’s that we also love sitting down and interviewing oth … read more

Are you exploring your options for a tough, American-made dog collar that can not only discreetly and securely hold your K9’s e-collar, but reduce the number of collars that you put on your dog? Lucky for you, we offer the best solution on the … read more

Searching for a tough, dependable, American-made dog collar that can withstand the elements and serve as an E-Collar cover? At Ray Allen Manufacturing, we’re proud to offer an exceptional solution for this exact situation: the Mini E-Lusive Co … read more

We’ve been hyping our Dog Trainer Fanny Pack on our Instagram account for a while, and we’ve seen all of your comments wanting to know when it’ll be available in our store. Well, the wait is over! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of one of … read more

Dog handlers need to expect the unexpected while in the field with their K9s. Since there are a variety of things that can go wrong, having a variety of tools and resources at your disposal is a must. Luckily, our partners at Rescue Essenti … read more

Nothing is more important than the health and wellbeing of your K9 companion, and your working dog’s health starts with a balanced and nutritional diet. Nobody knows this better than Cory Nordin, one of the K9 nutrition experts at Eukanuba and Roy … read more

Regardless of the type of dog you’re working with, there’s no such thing as being too prepared for an emergency in the field. We carry all sorts of K9 first aid gear to help you’re ready to handle any emergency, but one of our newest items is the … read more

Here at Ray Allen, we don’t just focus on crafting the highest quality dog gear. We’re also committed to making and selling equipment designed specifically for dog handlers and trainers. We know that different dog handlers need different ty … read more

When we’re not hand-making our hardcore dog gear, we love sitting down with experienced K9 handlers and other industry pros to learn more about their backgrounds and what they do every day. Not only do these K9 Spotlight videos and blogs hel … read more

Have you ever wondered what the Ray Allen Manufacturing shop looks like or how we make our dog gear? If so, you’re in luck! In this week’s video, we take you on a behind-the-scenes tour of our shop in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In … read more