Is it mandatory to use the google_product_category attribute?

No, it is optional. Google will attempt to categorize your products automatically if the attribute is missing, but manually assigning the ID ensures better accuracy.

Should I use the ID or the full path in my feed?

Both are accepted by Google. Using the numeric ID 6983 is generally preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Can I use the product_type attribute instead of google_product_category?

No, product_type is a separate, free-form field for your internal organization and does not replace the standardized Google taxonomy requirement.

Google product category

Pet Agility Equipment

Category ID6983

Full path for the feedAnimals & Pet Supplies > Pet Supplies > Pet Agility Equipment

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Better Sporting Dogs Deluxe Dog Agility Equipment Set
PawHut Dog Agility Training Equipment Obstacle Course
FitPAWS CanineGym Dog Agility Kit
Trixie Dog Agility Slalom Set
Better Sporting Dogs Dog Agility Tunnel
Agility Competition See-Saw
TRIXIE Agility Dog Training Tunnel
PawHut Wooden Dog Agility Seesaw
Blue-9 KLIMB Dog Training Platform and Agility System
VEVOR Dog Agility Training Equipment High Hurdles and Jump Ring
Trixie Agility Dog Training Ring
FitPaws TRAX Targets
Clip and Go Agility Jump Start Practice Jump
Open Agility Training Tunnels
Trixie Dog Agility Dogwalk

Pet Agility Equipment Category Overview

The Pet Agility Equipment category, identified by ID 6983, falls under the Animals & Pet Supplies > Pet Supplies hierarchy. This category is specifically designed for items used in organized canine training, exercise, and competitive obstacle courses.

Products that belong in this category include professional or hobbyist training tools. Examples from the US market include dog agility tunnels, slalom pole sets, competition-grade see-saws, adjustable training hurdles, jump rings, specialized dogwalk equipment, and training platforms designed to improve canine coordination and focus.

Items that do not belong here include general pet supplies like leashes, collars, harnesses, or crates, which should be placed in their respective categories such as Pet Leashes or Pet Carriers & Crates. Likewise, pet food storage containers, grooming supplies, or waste management tools must be categorized under Pet Food Containers, Pet Grooming Supplies, or Pet Waste Disposal Systems & Tools, respectively. If you are selling items for small animals or reptiles, please use the dedicated Small Animal Supplies or Reptile & Amphibian Supplies categories instead of this one.

There are no subcategories for Pet Agility Equipment, as this is the most specific level within the taxonomy.

To categorize items in your feed, use the numeric ID 6983 or the full path: Animals & Pet Supplies > Pet Supplies > Pet Agility Equipment. Including this attribute helps Google categorize your products accurately, though it remains optional if your own data is descriptive. Ensure your mapping is precise to avoid potential policy discrepancies during feed processing.

Frequently asked questions

Is it mandatory to use the google_product_category attribute?: No, it is optional. Google will attempt to categorize your products automatically if the attribute is missing, but manually assigning the ID ensures better accuracy.
Should I use the ID or the full path in my feed?: Both are accepted by Google. Using the numeric ID 6983 is generally preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Can I use the product_type attribute instead of google_product_category?: No, product_type is a separate, free-form field for your internal organization and does not replace the standardized Google taxonomy requirement.

This category in other languages

ru: Животные и товары для питомцев > Товары для домашних животных > Снаряжение для тренировки домашних животных
uk: Тварини та товари для тварин > Товари для домашніх тварин > Спорядження для тренування домашніх тварин