Collection: Dummy

When you're looking for a dog dummy , it's rarely just a "toy." It's a training tool that should fit well in the mouth, withstand repetition, and make fetch training more precise. And yes, it should also give you the feeling that you're buying something proper that your dog will actually get something out of.

At FjeldgaardShop.dk you will find dummies for both puppies, family dogs and serious training, so you can choose right the first time and get more quality in every throw, search and return.

A dummy (also called a retrieve dummy or training dummy ) is made to imitate what the dog has to retrieve and return, without rewarding it for chewing, tearing or “playing hot”. The dummy makes training easier:

🐾calm when throwing and marking

🐾search in terrain (also with wind)

🐾correct grip and soft pass

🐾focus on cooperation rather than hunting chaos

The classic way to train has always been simple: clear task, repetition, timing and reward. The dummy is made for that approach. And when you combine it with modern training knowledge like short sessions and high success rates, you get a setup that just works.

There is a big difference between dummies, and this is where many people either overbuy or end up with something that does not suit the dog's level.

1) Size and weight

🐾Puppy and small breeds: smaller dummy so the dog learns correct grip without "struggling" with the weight.

🐾Medium and large dogs: standard sizes provide a stable grip and more realistic training.

🐾Strength training and advanced: heavier dummies can be used for building up, but this should be done gradually.

2) Material and durability

🐾 Canvas/textile: the classic for retrieve training. Good grip, solid and “training-like”.

🐾Rubber: easy to clean, often good for rain and mud, and less "delicious" to chew on.

🐾Environment and animal welfare: choose robust materials so that you don't have to constantly replace them. This is typically both more sustainable and better for the dog because the training becomes consistent.

3) Land and water

If you train by a lake, beach or in wet terrain, look for a floating dummy . It keeps its shape, is easy to spot and causes less frustration for the dog. This means better learning and less stress.

4) Color and visibility

🐾White and strong colors: great for learning and marking.

🐾Darker colors: good for increasing the difficulty later when the dog needs to work more independently.

Popular types: what suits your needs?

Training dummy (standard): The safe all-rounder for marking, searching and passing.

Throwing dummy: Often with a shape that allows for longer throws if you are training distance.

Scent dummy: Used to build up the search and make the task more “real”.

Rabbit dummy and game-shaped dummies: For those who want to get closer to hunting trials and realistic retrieval.

Floating dummy: For water work and wet season, where a standard dummy quickly becomes heavy and cumbersome.

My honest opinion: If in doubt, start with a solid standard dummy in an appropriate size. That's how you've always built a strong foundation. You can always expand later with water, scent, and special shapes.

Keep it short: 3 to 6 high-quality repetitions beat 20 so-so ones.

Reward handover, not homecoming: the dog must learn that cooperation ends in your hand.

Alternate between easy and difficult: success builds motivation, variety builds skills.

Use a leash when necessary: ​​especially with young dogs, so you avoid "watch me" with the dummy.

Stop while it's going well: it almost feels too soon, but that's exactly the point.

When you shop for exercise equipment, you're actually buying fewer problems later. We look for products that:

🐾holds up to repetitions and seasonal changes

🐾Provides a proper grip and a stable delivery

🐾suitable for different levels, from beginners to targeted training

🐾matches a more responsible approach with a focus on quality and sensible consumption

It's the kind of choice that feels both classic and right, and is also more future-proof: less waste, more training value, better animal welfare.

When can I start using a dummy for my puppy?

Early but easy. Small dummies, short sessions and lots of success.

Can the dog chew on the dummy?

Preferably no. The dummy is a work tool. If your dog chews, lower the difficulty level and reward faster delivery.

How many dummies should I have?

At least one good standard dummy. Two to three give better variation, especially for search and multiple selections.

Find the dog dummy that suits your training and get started with a solution that works in practice. Classic retrieve training has always been about structure, and with the right dummies it just becomes easier to do it right, for both you and your dog.

There is a big difference between dummies, and this is where many people either overbuy or end up with something that does not suit the dog's level.