The Four Paws Hurricane Tie-Out Stake is not the best choice for securing larger dogs. It has many complaints regarding fragility and poor design that can cause it to break easily, especially under the stress of larger or more active dogs.
Dog can easily break or bend the stake, posing a risk of injury or escape
Due to the delicate nature of the product, it may work for smaller dogs only, under ideal conditions where there will be peace in the yard.
The product breaks easily under stress from even smaller dogs.
The product does not fit well in the ground.
The design is poor, having essential areas of the stake pierced through
Recent reviews indicate increased breakage and dissatisfaction
moderately positive
negative
Factors: Pet size, Pet activity level, Ground conditions
No. Due to durability and compatibility with strong dogs this product is not recommended.
No, this product is not the correct solution from reviews of dog's weight coming off the platform as it easily breaks.
The bottom line inside the product decides if the dog occupies territory in areas of hardness.
Shorten the tieout to an area that is more easily broken without heavy damage
Reviewers report lasting from a few weeks to 2 years, depending on dog size and activity level.
"I haven't had a chance to dig it in yet considering the ground is frozen. Judging by look and handling, they seem very durable and should work to hold my 2 pits and lab/bulldog."
"Bought this for my 45 lb pit puppy who continues to jump our fence. Bent the stake trying to put it in the ground for the first time. Didn’t take much. I should have given up and returned it then but no, I continued to use as it wasn’t badly compromised just bent. Today my dog broke the tie ou..."
We do not recommend this product due to the many reviews reporting breakage. Seek a stronger, more durable option for tying out your dog.
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