Contents:
Teaching your dog to walk politely on a leash boils down to rewarding for keeping the leash slack. Extendable leashes undermine that goal.
Selecting the best handle type your dog leash. A typical leash includes a loop style handle that will pinch under tension, placing pressure on your hand and wrist.
This type of handle is generally easy to manufacture and fits easily in your pocket when not being used. Adding padding to this type of handle will help alleviate the pressure applied making for a more comfortable hold. In order to allow the leash length to be changed, a variety of adjustable length handle leashes are available.
These can be a convenient solution but all share the same issues as a standard loop style handle that pinches under tension. A flat handle as used on many traffic type dog leashes is a much more comfortable option and eliminates the pinching of conventional loop style handles.
This type of handle is bulky, heavy and not easy to tuck into a pocket. It is generally not available on standard length leashes either.
Some wrap around your arm, but most wrap around your waist, chest, or across your torso. Hands free leashes are a great option for those wanting to take their dog for a run or jog as it is much more comfortable to run without holding onto a dog.
Anchoring the leash lower to the ground also means you are less likely to be pulled off balance by your dog when compared to a hand held option. Keep in mind you are attached to your dog though so if they do have the ability to pull you over you will be 'going down with the ship!
Retractable leash handles share similar comfort aspects as the flat handle and this may explain why they are so popular despite the negative safety and training related aspects. Lead Mate is a new tool that attaches anywhere on your existing leash providing a second, easy to hold point of contact when needed.
The Lead Mate is shaped to fit comfortably in your hand without pinching. It attaches by screwing the two halves together around your leash and can be repositioned in a few seconds.
The ball shape allows a full force grip when required but also allows you to release the handle if your dog lunges and you are being pulled over. Bungee leashes help to prevent jarring pulling and also keep the leash from dragging on the ground. Dog trainer, dog walker, veterinarian, breeder or dog groomer?
Get your own webpage at Pet Expertise and earn free dog gear as you direct your clients to the products you recommend! Learn more or sign up! Orders Return requests Wish list Track my order s.
Track my order s. Sign in Register Email. Password Forgot your password?
The Length Of The Leash [Gary D. Sproul] on www.farmersmarketmusic.com *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Runner-up Fiction: Los Angeles Book Festival. Six feet is the most common length for dog leashes and is ideal for walking in neighborhoods or less trafficked areas.
Register for a new account. A to Z Sort Alphabetically: Z to A Sort by Price: