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FitPAWS

®

 ROCKER BOARD GUIDELINES

Congratulations on the purchase of your new FitPAWS® Rocker Board. The FitPAWS® Rocker Board 
has many dog-friendly features.

• Wide training surface 30” x 30” (75cm x 75cm)
• 1.5” (4cm) high rocker fulcrum
• Padded, non-slip textured training surface
• Padding on edges of board to muffle sound when in use on indoor flooring
• Rounded contoured board edges
•  Easy to clean. Surface mat is attached with Velcro and is easily removed for cleaning. Hang up 

mat and spray with water. Allow to dry completely before replacing.

•  Easy to maintain. Replacement FitPAWS

® 

 mats are available from your authorized FitPAWS 

® 

Dealer or visit www.FitPAWSusa.com

GETTING STARTED

For the purpose of the following exercises, the sides of the rocker board are the 2 edges of the board 
that do not have the mat fully extended to the edge. The front & back of the rocker board are the 2 
edges of the board that have the mat fully extended to the edges.

For core strength & balance training

, ask your dog to walk on top of the FitPAWS® Rocker Board 

until in the center of board. Position your dog so that he is facing one of the two sides. Gently 
rock the board from side to side. Your dog will have to work various muscles in order to balance 
as his weight naturally shifts with the movement of the board. Your dog may be in a sit, stand or 
lay position. Different muscles will work when your dog is in different positions, so vary for overall 
conditioning. Now reposition your dog so that he is facing the front or back of board. Gently 
rock the board from front to back. Your dog will be working hard to maintain balance and will be 
strengthening other muscles in this position. 

For forelimb strength

, position your dog facing one of the two sides of the rocker board. Place your 

dogs back feet on the rocker board and front feet on the floor. Transfer the weight from one forelimb 
to the other by gently rocking the board from side to side. You may have to apply pressure on your 
dog’s back to keep weight on and off the forelimbs by gently pressing down on your dog’s hind end 
and shifting the board from front to back. 

Summary of Contents for Balance Donut

Page 1: ...www FitPAWSusa com 1 PRODUCT USAGE GUIDELINES Exercise Walk through www FitPAWSusa com ...

Page 2: ...ongratulations Benefits FitPAWS Equipment Care FitPAWS Exercise Instructions Peanut Guidelines Other Products Balance Donut Guidelines 22 and 14 Balance Disc Guidelines Balance Pad Guidelines 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 ...

Page 3: ...Paw Pods 20 or 36 Wobble Board Guidelines Rocker Board Guidelines Warranty Information Legal Disclaimer 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 ...

Page 4: ...PAWS Balance Equipment is made for dogs Not for human use Always check for wear on the equipment before use Use equipment in open space away from objects that can cause injury or puncture equipment This product is not a toy Place FitPAWS products in a safe place when not in use Discontinue if your dog shows any sign of fatigue or injury LOADING Your FitPAWS inflatable equipment has been tested to ...

Page 5: ...for dogs to help strengthen muscles increase range of motion and flexibility engage neuromuscular facilitation provide sensory and perceptual stimulation joint alignment and balance control Whether your dog is involved in sporting activities or just a pet core strength is necessary for your dog to control its body during movements like running jumping and turning It is also a great way to help pre...

Page 6: ...dog s body to use different muscles simultaneously Adding this strengthening activity to your dog s cross training activities 3 4 times a week has many benefits including Improved reaction and control Increased trunk and core strength Stabilization of weak areas Improved balance and proprioception awareness of the body s position in space Increased range of motion in joints and elongation of the m...

Page 7: ...etc 4 Avoid direct contact with ink printed material as the ink can transfer and mark the inflatable products 5 DO NOT patch or repair punctured equipment 6 NEVER OVER INFLATE product 7 Product is intended for indoor use only Use and Maintenance Guidelines Please ensure your dog s nails are trimmed properly Avoid using if your dog s nails are too long or have any rough edges If your dog s nails ar...

Page 8: ...he durability of the product Durability Always inspect your FitPAWS Balance Products before each use Replace any products at the first sign of wear tears or punctures Do not attempt to patch the product All punctured product should be replaced immediately Storing your product on a stand can affect the quality of the product with wear use marks The length of time this product will last when used pr...

Page 9: ...ercises Watch to ensure back and neck are neutral Front limbs and hind limbs should support weight safely Avoid over extension of limbs neck and back Perform an equal number of exercise repetitions on both sides of the body Start slow and build up 3 5 repetitions is adequate for dogs beginning an exercise program Never over exercise or over tire your dog We recommend your dog use a safety harness ...

Page 10: ...nce products for core conditioning measure the length of your dog when it is in a neutral standing position from the front legs to the back legs Your dog should stand on the balance products without a hunched or roached back You can always use a larger balance product for smaller dogs but not a small product for large dogs Large dogs may need two or more items to ensure proper form If you have mor...

Page 11: ...g s withers or highest part of the shoulders where the neck meets the back If you need a ball smaller than the 40 cm consider purchasing our mini egg or decrease the amount of air in the 40 cm Weight bearing activities are a great way to introduce dogs to balance activities Dog Shoulder Height UseThis Size Peanut 16 19 40 49 cm 40 cm 20 23 50 58 cm 50 cm 24 27 59 68 cm 60 cm 28 31 69 78 cm 70 cm 3...

Page 12: ...r tears will prohibit you from inflating properly 2 Allow some time for the inflatable products to get to room temperature because if the material is too hot or too cold it will affect how well it inflates We strongly recommend inflating and letting the product sit for 24 hours to stretch and adapt to the environments temperature You may find that after 24 hours you can inflate slightly more 3 DO ...

Page 13: ...ion Measure from the highest point of the ball not the saddle Use the enclosed pump or air compressor inflate ball up to 80 85 of the maximum height Plug the ball and let rest for 24 hours before inflating to desired height Product Inches CM 85 Inflation Inflate Wait 24 Hrs 95 Inflation Recommended Max Inflation 80 cm Peanut 31 5 H 62 L 80 cm H 157 cm L 27 or 68 cm 30 or 76 cm 70 cm Peanut 27 5 H ...

Page 14: ...www FitPAWSusa com 11 EXERCISE WALKTHROUGH Peanut Barrel Rolls Front Limbs Up Down On Peanut Sit With Gentle Weight Shift All 4 On Nose To Hip ...

Page 15: ...www FitPAWSusa com 12 Front Limbs Up Lateral Stepping Front Limbs Up ...

Page 16: ...www FitPAWSusa com 13 ADDITIONAL PRODUCT GUIDELINES ...

Page 17: ...whenusingballsothereisnofurnitureorotherobjectsinthe areathatcouldcauseinjury Inspectthefloorforsmallobjectsthatcouldpuncturetheball Donotusetheballonasurfacethatmaycausetheballtoslipduringuse Beforeeachuse checkareaandclothingforsharpobjectsthatmaypuncturetheball Ballisintendedforindooruseonly Donotusetheballoutsideasriskofpunctureisveryhigh Thisproductisnotatoyandshouldonlybeusedbychildrenwithap...

Page 18: ...f you dog s natural stance measures 16 or less you will be able to use the Donut for core training Small breeds and puppies should fit fine Inflation Instructions Remove theTRAX Donut from bag Locate the plug s taped to the ball and set aside The ball is inflated by size and not by pressure Using a pencil mark 13 on a door or wall so that you can measure the ball s height during inflation Using a ...

Page 19: ...www FitPAWSusa com 16 EXERCISE WALK THROUGH TRAX Donut Front Limbs Up Touch the Donut Side Lateral Stepping Donut Sit Give A Paw Sit Give A Paw Stand Hind Limbs Up All Four Paws Up ...

Page 20: ...toy and should only be used by children with appropriate adult supervision Always inspect disc prior to each use for any punctures cuts gouges worn or weak spots or other defects which may cause the disc to fail during use Do not use disc if damage or defects are found Discard and replace immediately Do not attempt to repair or patch a damaged disc Do not use harsh or abrasive chemical cleaners on...

Page 21: ...y to hold the air inside To remove air simply remove the plug Do not over inflate The side walls should not crease fold If they do you have too much air 14 Balance Disc Use a pump with a needle attachment The inflation hold is on the surface of the disc where you see the sensory bumps To remove air remove needle from the pump and insert into the disc Then squeeze the disc to release air EXERCISE W...

Page 22: ...pect the floor for small objects that could damage the Balance Pad Do not use the Balance Pad on a surface that may cause the Balance Pad to slip during use The Balance Pad is intended for indoor use only This product is not a toy and should only be used by children with appropriate adult supervision Do not use harsh or abrasive chemical cleaners on Balance Pad as they may damage the foam The leng...

Page 23: ...AWS Balance Pad will work for most small medium or large dogs for weight bearing and balance exercises 2 paws on the Balance Pad 2 paws on the floor It measures 15 x18 25 x2 If you want your dog to stand with all four feet on the Balance Pad you may have to use two or more Balance Pads side by side as you want your dog to have a natural stance without a hunched back ...

Page 24: ...roducing your dog to the Pods positively and then place them on the floor in the approximate foot position of your dog Begin by asking your dog to place his individual front feet on the individual pod You may need to physically place the feet with your hands Positively reinforce this action with praise or treats Once he is comfortable with the front feet on the front pods place his individual back...

Page 25: ...perience The soft texture of the pods allows for a kinder surface and allows more flexibility in their stance while working on their posture Can be used for stacking training in preparation for conformation dog shows Can be used for advanced balance training and core strengthening 5 diameter balance pods perfect for all sizes of dog paws Can be used with the flat side down less challenging or the ...

Page 26: ...ning Advanced strength training controlled sit to stand This is the equivalent of humans doing squats While your dog is positioned in the center of the board use treats to encourage your dog to repetitively sit and stand for sets of eight to ten done two to three times per training session For forelimb strength position your dog facing the edge of the Wobble Board Place your dog s forelimbs on the...

Page 27: ...e of this product Use common sense Never over exercise or over tire your dog when working on canine conditioning equipment There are inherent risks with any exercise program Consult your canine health care professional before beginning this or any exercise program Provide enough unobstructed space when using the wobble board so there is no furniture or other objects in the area that could cause in...

Page 28: ...For core strength balance training ask your dog to walk on top of the FitPAWS Rocker Board until in the center of board Position your dog so that he is facing one of the two sides Gently rock the board from side to side Your dog will have to work various muscles in order to balance as his weight naturally shifts with the movement of the board Your dog may be in a sit stand or lay position Differen...

Page 29: ...FETY CARE AND USE INSTRUCTIONS Do not use your rocker board until you have read this instruction information sheet in full User assumes the risk when using this product FPW International LLC shall not be liable for any damages that result from the use of this product ALWAYS check your dog s nails prior to using this product Dog nails should be closely trimmed as a sharp nail could damage the mat U...

Page 30: ... FPW International LLC all shipping and return costs shall be at your own expense If it is determined that your product shows signs of defective manufacturing FPW shall replace such product within 90 days after receipt by FPW of the returned product In the event the product is no longer distributed by FPW FPW shall provide you with a comparable product in its sole discretion This warranty does not...

Page 31: ...ARRANTIES SUCH IMPLIEDWARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITEDTOTHE DURATION OFTHE EXPRESSWARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE California Health and Safety Code Section 25249 5 ET SEQ Compliance Proposition 65 is a California state regulation that requires the labels on any product that could potentially expose consumers to one of over 800 chemicals on their list even if the degree of exposure is so unlikely that the produc...

Page 32: ...info FitPAWSusa com www FitPAWSusa com ...

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