Equipment

  • SwiftPaws equipment is Continuous Loop

    Both SwiftPaws home and commercial grade units are continuous loop equipment. Continuous loop is where the ends of the line are tied together in a continuous loop. Straight line is where the lure is pulled only in one direction, for example in ***FAST CAT***® events (which stands for Coursing Ab...
  • Compare Our Home Lure Kits - video

    Which one is right for you? It really depends. The first thing to consider is the size of the space you plan to set the course up in. You control the speed and direction of the lure - so any kit can work for dogs large or small, fast or not - you can keep them engaged by changing the speed and...
  • ⭐Legacy Drive or ♾️GEN3 Drive - how to tell the difference

    How to tell if you have a Legacy drive - or a GEN3 (app controlled) drive. If your drive was shipped prior to June 28th 2024, you have the Legacy drive and remote! Watch for the star ⭐ that marks Legacy articles specific to your equipment. If your drive was sipped after June 27th, 2024 - you ha...
  • SwiftPaws Bundle

    The bundle contains additional accessories that are compatible with all kits. Items, content, color, size, etc. may change without prior notice. Check the website for current bundle content.
  • Cleaning the equipment

    SwiftPaws lure courses are made to be used outdoors, but cleaning the unit regularly will help keep your SwiftPaws equipment beautiful and functioning properly during the many years you and your pet(s) will enjoy using it. We do not recommend leaving the course set up when not in use. However th...
  • Accessories

    All SwiftPaws Home lure kits ship with everything you need to set up and run a backyard lure course! You can find the accessories we sell separately on our website here: https://swiftpaws.com/collections/accessories
  • Field Pulleys

    SwiftPaws now has a new style pulley field pulley. All kits ship with three field pulleys. Think of these as the corners of your course. These can be cleaned with your garden hose! Note: They are not chew-proof, or lawn mower proof! Do not leave them accessible to the pup if there is a risk they...
  • Main Drive Unit

    The Main Drive Unit (a.k.a. Device) houses the motor and other electronics - it is not weather/waterproof so must be taken into a climate controlled area when not in use. TIP: Bring it with you even for breaks as it should not be left unattended or where the pup might gain unsupervised access to ...
  • How the ⭐legacy main drive and controller work

    Always start with a freshly, fully charged battery. Your Main Drive and Remote SHOULD work as described below: MAIN DRIVE: When you turn the main drive power switch on: you should hear three start-up beeps (increasing in tone) then you'll hear two single-tone beeps indicating the drive is searc...
  • The Pink Band

    SwiftPaws home equipment is designed to work with very little tension.  The pink band on the Main Drive Unit wheel serves to grip the line. The pink band should last for years. Tension is the main reason the pink band becomes damaged. Be sure you're including the tethers between the stakes and...
  • Can I make my own flag?

    Yes you can make your own lures! The lure's that ship with the kit are light-weight and tear easily if the pup won't let go - which prevents them from pulling the whole course apart (sometimes!) But it's also very fulfilling for them to catch and even "kill" the lure. We recommend allowing them t...
  • Compare home lure kits vs Pro!

    SwiftPaws Home Plus bridges the gap between Home and Professional! If Chase or Home original are not sufficient - but Pro Alpha is too much - Home Plus will be Just Right! | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | Chase! | Home Original | Home Plus | Pro Alpha | | Course size | Up to...
  • How to Update GEN3 Device

    Open the SwiftPaws app. Power on the drive (turn power switch on) Tap continue Tap let's play Select the device (or install a device if necessary and then select it) To check for updates to the main drive click the three lines at the top/right of the app Then select "Update Device" If there are n...
  • Not Waterproof!

    The main drive unit (device) is NOT waterproof! It's also not weatherproof, or chewproof, or lawnmowerproof! The kits are designed to be set up and taken down for each use. If the equipment will be unattended even for a moment - take at least the main drive unit (and controller if you have one)...
  • What's the difference between the ⭐Legacy vs App Controlled drives

    The legacy home Original and Plus drives have the same power, speed, battery, and capabilities as the new production model Original and Plus drives - with the exception that the new ones are app controlled. This also means that the legacy models (those shipped before June 28th, 2024) are only co...