{"product_id":"dssc-versa™-half-sleeve","title":"DSSC VERSA™ Half Sleeve","description":"\u003c!-- DSSC VERSA™ Half Sleeve — Product Description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Inter, system-ui, -apple-system, Segoe UI, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; color: #1f2937; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 900px;\" class=\"versa-half-sleeve\"\u003e\n\n\u003cheader style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"margin: 0 0 6px; font-size: 1.75rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eDSSC VERSA™ Half Sleeve\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #6b7280; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eDog Sport Supply Co. · Available in Jute \u0026amp; White Synthetic · Short, Lightweight, True Half-Sleeve Coverage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Key value proposition --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 16px 0;\"\u003eThe DSSC VERSA™ Half Sleeve is a shorter, lighter piece of equipment built for helpers who want a true half-sleeve profile rather than extended forearm coverage. Where our FLEX™ Half Sleeve runs longer with coverage closer to a 3\/4 sleeve, the VERSA™ cuts weight and length down to the essentials, stopping short of the elbow rather than covering it. That shorter build makes it faster to move and present, without sacrificing the balanced bite core helpers rely on. Available in \u003cstrong\u003eJute\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a traditional bite feel that matches what a dog will encounter on a trial sleeve, or \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Synthetic\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered to feel like jute while lasting significantly longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Feature bullets --\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 16px 0 8px 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue half-sleeve length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shorter than our FLEX™ Half Sleeve, stopping before the elbow rather than covering it, for a lighter, more compact piece of equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduced length and material cut down on overall weight, letting helpers move and reposition faster during active sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced bite core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal construction keeps the sleeve's bite zone consistent and predictable for the dog despite the shorter, lighter profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in Jute:\u003c\/strong\u003e The traditional bite surface, giving the dog a feel consistent with jute trial sleeves and other jute equipment in your program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in White Synthetic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered to replicate the jute bite feel while holding up to significantly more wear, extending the working life of the sleeve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Info grid --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; gap: 14px; grid-template-columns: 1fr; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 6px; font-size: 1.05rem;\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e True half sleeve, short and lightweight profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stops before the elbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jute \/ White Synthetic (select at purchase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dog Sport Supply Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helpers and decoys who want a lighter, more compact sleeve for protection training. IGP\/Schutzhund, French Ring, KNPV, PSA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 6px; font-size: 1.05rem;\"\u003eVERSA™ vs. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dogsportsupply.com\/products\/dssc-flex%E2%84%A2-half-sleeve\" style=\"color: #1f2937;\"\u003eFLEX™ Half Sleeve\u003c\/a\u003e — Which One Do You Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDSSC VERSA™ Half Sleeve (this item):\u003c\/strong\u003e A true half sleeve, shorter and lighter, stopping before the elbow. Built for helpers who want speed and a compact profile over extended coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dogsportsupply.com\/products\/dssc-flex%E2%84%A2-half-sleeve\" style=\"color: #1f2937;\"\u003eDSSC FLEX™ Half Sleeve\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runs longer, closer to a 3\/4 sleeve, extending coverage over the elbow for helpers who want more arm protection and length in exchange for added weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure?\u003c\/strong\u003e Go VERSA™ if lightweight and quick handling matter most. Go FLEX™ if you want longer coverage over the elbow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 6px; font-size: 1.05rem;\"\u003eJute vs. White Synthetic — Material Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJute:\u003c\/strong\u003e The traditional bite surface used across protection sport for decades. The same material feel a dog will encounter on a trial sleeve, making it a strong choice if you want training and trial feel to match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Synthetic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to replicate the jute feel while offering significantly better durability, holding up longer under repeated bites and frequent training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure?\u003c\/strong\u003e Go Jute if trial-accurate feel matters most. Go White Synthetic if you want jute-like bite feedback with a longer working life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Quick tip --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 16px 0; background: #f9fafb; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; padding: 12px; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lighter, shorter build makes the VERSA™ a strong pick for high-rep sessions or hot-weather training where you want to move fast and stay fresh. If your dogs consistently target higher up the arm, the longer FLEX™ may be the better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Provenance --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDesigned by Dog Sport Supply Co. for helpers who want a lighter, faster piece of equipment without giving up bite quality.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-top: 20px;\" aria-labelledby=\"versa-half-sleeve-faq-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25rem; margin: 0 0 10px;\" id=\"versa-half-sleeve-faq-heading\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 10px; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow is the VERSA™ different from the FLEX™ Half Sleeve?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eLength and weight. The FLEX™ runs longer, extending coverage over the elbow, closer to a 3\/4 sleeve. The VERSA™ is a true half sleeve, shorter and lighter, stopping before the elbow for a more compact, faster-handling piece of equipment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 10px; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes the shorter length affect bite safety?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eNo. The internal bite core is built to the same balanced standard regardless of overall sleeve length. The shorter profile reduces weight and coverage area, not bite consistency or safety.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 10px; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho is the VERSA™ best suited for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eHelpers who want a lighter, quicker piece of equipment, useful for high-repetition sessions or when speed of movement matters more than extended arm coverage. If you want more coverage up the arm, the FLEX™ is the better fit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 10px; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich material should I choose, Jute or White Synthetic?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eChoose Jute if you want the exact traditional bite feel a dog will encounter on a trial sleeve. Choose White Synthetic if you want that same jute-like feel but need a surface that holds up to more frequent, higher-volume training.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 10px; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eIs this sleeve appropriate for dogs new to protection work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eIt's built for helpers running active protection training exercises, so it's best suited for dogs with an established bite foundation. Dogs still building foundational grip skills should work with bite pads or wedges suited to their stage first.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dog Sport Supply Company","offers":[{"title":"Jute","offer_id":48793793528049,"sku":"DS018-Jute","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Synthetic","offer_id":48793793560817,"sku":"DS018-Syn","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/3322\/9041\/files\/dssc-versa-half-sleeve-7335722.png?v=1789842311","url":"https:\/\/www.dogsportsupply.com\/products\/dssc-versa%e2%84%a2-half-sleeve","provider":"Dog Sport Supply Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}