You are supposed to set the left hand and right hand differently, correct? Because if you keep the dog leg on the thumb pad for both hands, the spring faces different directions for reach hand. On the right hand, it faces inward towards the hand. On the left hand, it faces outward. So there must be no way that you could use the dog leg on the left hand, as this would create a completely different angle/grip. So, what do you guys do about that? Set different, or the same? Seems to make no sense at all to set the dog leg on the thumb pad for the right AND left. Seems to only make sense to set the dog leg on the thumb pad for the right hand and the dog leg on the FINGERS for the left hand. Actually, I don't think it's even possible to set the grippers the same way for both hands? Unless you turn the gripper upside down for the left hand. Hmmmm. That sucks. No wonder why my left pinky gets torn up. You are supposed to set the left hand and right hand differently, correct? Because if you keep the dog leg on the thumb pad for both hands, the spring faces different directions for reach hand. On... » Read More You are supposed to set the left hand and right hand differently, correct? Because if you keep the dog leg on the thumb pad for both hands, the spring faces different directions for reach hand. On the right hand, it faces inward towards the hand. On the left hand, it faces outward. So there must be no way that you could use the dog leg on the left hand, as this would create a completely different angle/grip. So, what do you guys do about that? Set different, or the same? Seems to make no sense at all to set the dog leg on the thumb pad for the right AND left. Seems to only make sense to set the dog leg on the thumb pad for the right hand and the dog leg on the FINGERS for the left hand. Actually, I don't think it's even possible to set the grippers the same way for both hands? Unless you turn the gripper upside down for the left hand. Hmmmm. That sucks. No wonder why my left pinky gets torn up. « Show Less
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Iron mind says that 1 in 1000 people can tell the left hand is set differently than the right, on the right handed gripper.This is outright balderdash,and just plain condescending towards its customers.If iron mind made shoes they would be a pair of right footed shoes,and they would say that 1 in a thousand can tell the left shoe should be pointed the opposite way as the right; the rest have no issue.So are you one of them?
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iron mind claims a dog leg does not exist.iron mind now makes a left handed gripper because of the dog leg on the gripper. Iron mind is clueless about most everything.
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Well, my suggestion to this matter would be to create an gripper that has would be equal no matter what hand or how you turn it in your hand. The way it is now feels different from right to left hand.
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If you are RIGHT handed, the gun would go under your LEFT shoulder, so order as a "righty". Think about it. If you are pulling the gun out with your right hand, it can't very well be under your right shoulder. Hope this helps.
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What GREAT answers everyone ~ THANK YOU for contributing your wisdom! Just like Susan said, imagine the Finger Gloves™ conforming like a pair of panty hose or close fitting socks. Savona and I have put these on thousands of fingers and the way we like to do it is to use both hands to pull the open base wide and then just "pop" in the finger you are putting them on. All of the contributors suggestions are perfect, we have just found that this is the quickest way to get them on. Wow what a blessing you all are and thank you! ~ Carmel and Savona
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It took me several adjustments to get it to fit right. Try letting out on the front adjustment and tightening the one that goes around the chest to see if that might move the straps back . That worked on mine . you could probably make some fleece pads if that doesnt work and than readjust . Remember that this halter isnt meant to be that total answer to pulling. They also still need training as well. It just throws them a bit off when they try to pull. Before our Poodle got the hang of the harness and training he sort of learned to walk sideways to make the harness not work the way it should lol! It took me several adjustments to get it to fit right. Try letting out on the front adjustment and tightening the one that goes around the chest to see if that might move the straps back . That worked on mine . you could probably make some fleece pads if that doesnt work and than readjust . Remember that this halter isnt meant to be that total answer to pulling. They also still need training as well. It just throws them a bit off when they try to pull. Before our Poodle got the hang of the harness and training he sort of learned to walk sideways to make the harness not work the way it... » Read More It took me several adjustments to get it to fit right. Try letting out on the front adjustment and tightening the one that goes around the chest to see if that might move the straps back . That worked on mine . you could probably make some fleece pads if that doesnt work and than readjust . Remember that this halter isnt meant to be that total answer to pulling. They also still need training as well. It just throws them a bit off when they try to pull. Before our Poodle got the hang of the harness and training he sort of learned to walk sideways to make the harness not work the way it should lol! « Show Less
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I have been a dog owner for at least 40 years. I have never heard of the "two handed" pick up technique. Does this mean very large doggie doo? The bags are wonderful. They measure 7" by 9" (actual bag area) the handles are an additional 4 inches. My Bijou is 11 pounds, so this size is actually too big, she is a dainty doo'er. There is a larger size, I think it is 13 inches high. I hope this helps. If not let me know.
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I'm left hand dominant and use my right arm. I've tried both arms and the results are the same.
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Put the dog's leash on them. Lead them up the steps. Give them lots of love when they get up there. Try not to get frustrated. It's scary for them - they've not done anything like this before! It can be difficult and it doesn't depend on size. My bigger dog got it right away and uses it constantly. My smaller dog doesn't seem to trust it and I have to watch & make sure she doesn't try to jump. She's the one that had to get an ACL operation. Until your dog gets used to it, you may have to get the leash out periodically and force them to use it. After a few days like that they should "get it" & use it without prompting. Put the dog's leash on them. Lead them up the steps. Give them lots of love when they get up there. Try not to get frustrated. It's scary for them - they've not done anything like this before! It can be difficult and it doesn't depend on size. My bigger dog got it right away and uses it constantly. My smaller dog doesn't seem to trust it and I have to watch & make sure she doesn't try to jump. She's the one that had to get an ACL operation. Until your dog gets used to it, you may have to get the leash out periodically and force them to use it. After a few days like that they should... » Read More Put the dog's leash on them. Lead them up the steps. Give them lots of love when they get up there. Try not to get frustrated. It's scary for them - they've not done anything like this before! It can be difficult and it doesn't depend on size. My bigger dog got it right away and uses it constantly. My smaller dog doesn't seem to trust it and I have to watch & make sure she doesn't try to jump. She's the one that had to get an ACL operation. Until your dog gets used to it, you may have to get the leash out periodically and force them to use it. After a few days like that they should "get it" & use it without prompting. « Show Less
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We're traveling now and can't remember if it can only be used on the left side. We can let you know once we get home on Wednesday. We would be happy to sell you ours at half price plus shipping since we are not using it anymore. The product is great but we have a very easily distracted dog.
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I just started by twisting it all the way closed and then i sat in a place that my dog couldn't see me so he didnt know i was there. I blew the whistle and adjusted it at the same time, slowly, until i saw him respond to it. You have to kind of play around with it to find the right adjustment which your dog will respond to. There's no one set way. You'll know you got it right when your dog lets you know it's bugging him.
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Conflicting answers here about which is for righties and which for lefties. Maybe we should all go and try to find someone answering the question on YouTube. Or, someplace where the mfgr answers.
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I am right handed, so I use it clockwise but in order to answer your question, I tried it counter-clockwise and it worked. So you can use it either way.
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Ha ha! I gave my medium to my 6 year old grandson, but I use the heavy tension. I think the pinky just goes along for the ride. You have to really concentrate on using the pinky. In reality, the pinky is not a very big part of your grip and forearm development. Place you hand on your forearm and flex your pinky. Not much action in your forearm, right? Now squeeze into a fist. Feel all the muscle action? Don't fret the pinky :)
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The directions say to use both hands, one with your thumb on the switch and the other on the other side if the handle to kept it steady. That's how I did it since I'm not strong. I think you might be able to hold it with one hand - it's lightweight - but you'd have to have one strong hand and arm and be careful.
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I am right-handed but I only use that hand when opening up a can. If you have reasonable strength with you left it should be fine. Basically you are just squeezing like a pair of pliers. Hope this helps!
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We have 2 dogs, 50 lbs each. When they walk and I have the stroller, I find it best to have the stroller on the side of me. Dogs with leashes in one hand, stroller on the otherside. Rather than push stroller from behind, I have my hand on the frame of stroller and kind of pull it along side. Must use regular leashes (not the retractable) when using the stroller. Can be tricky when dogs want to sniff elsewhere, but benefits FAR outweigh the "dance" with the leashes. The 14 year old terrier can walk her 3/4 mile and then rest her old bones the rest of the walk while the younger dog gets her longer walk. Really great purchase for our dogs! Oh, and I'm 5'3". We have 2 dogs, 50 lbs each. When they walk and I have the stroller, I find it best to have the stroller on the side of me. Dogs with leashes in one hand, stroller on the otherside. Rather than push stroller from behind, I have my hand on the frame of stroller and kind of pull it along side. Must use regular leashes (not the retractable) when using the stroller. Can be tricky when dogs want to sniff elsewhere, but benefits FAR outweigh the "dance" with the leashes. The 14 year old terrier can walk her 3/4 mile and then rest her old bones the rest of the walk while the... » Read More We have 2 dogs, 50 lbs each. When they walk and I have the stroller, I find it best to have the stroller on the side of me. Dogs with leashes in one hand, stroller on the otherside. Rather than push stroller from behind, I have my hand on the frame of stroller and kind of pull it along side. Must use regular leashes (not the retractable) when using the stroller. Can be tricky when dogs want to sniff elsewhere, but benefits FAR outweigh the "dance" with the leashes. The 14 year old terrier can walk her 3/4 mile and then rest her old bones the rest of the walk while the younger dog gets her longer walk. Really great purchase for our dogs! Oh, and I'm 5'3". « Show Less
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My dog got ahold of mine, and chewed off the twist top and the thumb button, and it still didn't go off. Ig 've concluded that you really have to purposefully press the button down in the right direction with a little force in order for it to spray. I am back to order another one. Thank you, Saber- for not spraying my sweet, although poorly-trained, dog.
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The shield handle set up that comes with it actually is meant to be held in your left hand. (Its a pretty sucky handle set up anyway, so if you can manage your own set up i would go with that instead. I went to a friend of mine that does a materials shop class, so he had some pieces for a drill to re-drill the holes so that it would be meant for the right hand. Unfortunately the shield is basically made out of fiberglass, so it is pretty precarious to drill into and he told me he was lucky that the whole thing didn't crack. The shield is part without the decorative shapes is pretty thin too, so on one hole he actually drilled all the way through and I put putty on the inside and repainted the spot in order to fix it up again.