Dog Walk Information Page...

Here you will find commonly asked questions and shipping information about the Dog Walk Bases we sell.  Drop us a line if you have any further comments - we appreciate your input!

"What exactly must I get to complete this obstacle?" 
(Note: you can print out this page if you will be getting your supplies early, but we will send this information again with the assembly instructions)

1) THREE WOOD BOARDS 
  8 foot boards if you get the 36" base kit (12" wide, 2" thick).  
12 foot boards if you get the 48" base kit (12" wide, 2" thick) 
Most lumber/garden stores have these boards already cut to these sizes.  Don't get pressure-treated boards, as they are far too heavy.  A regular hem fir board works perfect.  Expect to pay approximately $10-$12 a board. 

2) PAINT.
*  yellow paint for the "contact zones"
* some other contrasting color of your choice.  Blue is popular.

A 1/2 gallon is all you need for each color, though you may want more for touch-ups and repainting next season.  Many paint stores and larger home & garden stores have mismatched ("oops") paint for $3-4 a gallon.  Exterior paint is highly recommended, latex is better than oil for ease of cleanup, and semi-gloss is best.  

2) A drill, to drill holes for the bolts to hold the hinges on. (you can screw them on with wood screws, but it is better to bolt them on), and a mallet would be great for pounding the pieces in securely.

"What is the competition height?"

AKC allows for either one of our heights. We are not sure of the current USDAA rules - If you are having a trial, you'll have to check current rules on the website of the organization you will be accountable to.  But for backyard practice, either one is just fine.  Of course the shorter 36" high is good for portability and space, since it uses shorter 8' long boards.  The higher 48" bases use 12' long boards, but the nice feature is it can be lowered to 36" high, for starting off (training beginner dogs, etc.), and then raised for a challenge.

"Why the extra supports on the 48" tall DogWalk Kit?"

When using 12' long boards, there can be a little "bounce" when the dog jumps on the planks.  This is alleviated by having extra support under both those ramps. 

"Is the sand and slats necessary?"

Yes, both are necessary for anti-slip traction.  They are also required according to the "rules".  Both are included with the kit. (no slats on the top plank, only sand).

"How easy is it to separate the boards?"

Very easy with our quick pull-out pin hinges. No tools needed.

"What can I expect in shipping?"

The following list are *approximate* shipping prices for the 36" Dog Walk Kit. The 48" Dog Walk kit will be be a little more. (domestic only.  Hawaii & Alaska needs special quotes, as does Canada and other countries.  If you need a quote, please email us your address.)

Zip Codes starting w/ 0 $22.25
Zip Codes starting w/ 1   17.90 
Zip Codes starting w/ 2   23.60
Zip Codes starting w/ 3   28.80
Zip Codes starting w/ 4   22.30
Zip Codes starting w/ 5   37.40
Zip Codes starting w/ 6   31.10
Zip Codes starting w/ 7   35.10
Zip Codes starting w/ 8   41.00
Zip Codes starting w/ 9   43.30