Keeping your dog safe and under control is every dog owners dream walk, as dogs are usually quite curious. A very convenient solution is getting a lead but not just any kind as there's more to it than being durable yet comfortable for the dog. There are all kinds of leads out there and not every type is going to be adequate with your dog. Size is also important and not only talking about your dogs' size but also the size of the lead. Without further ado here are some tips to help you find the best lead for your dog.
Material
A leather lead is the highest quality lead you can find and the most durable one. But in order to keep their premium finish, you'll need to treat them with a conditioner. Leather leads for dogs are the most comfortable option since leather is material that has a natural give, meaning that it won't rub against your skin or your dogs pretty fur.
Nylon is another lead material which is very durable but very inexpensive, making it the most popular type of dog lead. You can find it in all sorts of colours and patterns but like leather leads for dogs, they aren't resistant to chewing. If this is your main problem then go with a chain which is mostly used for larger dog breeds but you can get one for your puppy as long as it is light and small.
A leather lead is the highest quality lead you can find and the most durable one. But in order to keep their premium finish, you'll need to treat them with a conditioner. Leather leads for dogs are the most comfortable option since leather is material that has a natural give, meaning that it won't rub against your skin or your dogs pretty fur.
Nylon is another lead material which is very durable but very inexpensive, making it the most popular type of dog lead. You can find it in all sorts of colours and patterns but like leather leads for dogs, they aren't resistant to chewing. If this is your main problem then go with a chain which is mostly used for larger dog breeds but you can get one for your puppy as long as it is light and small.
Length & Width
First, we'll start with length as it is quite the issue when it comes to giving your dog some slack. A good rule of thumb here is to get a lead long enough to give your dog some freedom but without him or her getting tangled up all the time. These leads are oftentimes about 1.8 meters, but you can get a smaller one (about 1.20m) if you are going through busy streets.
A 2.4m or a 3-meter lead will give your dog the most range since it is mainly used for training. Width-wise, you'll want to get a lead that corresponds with the size and pull of your dog. The bigger and stronger puller your dog is the thicker the lead should be but if you have a puppy spare him from the weight and restriction of a thicker lead.
Clip Style
With snap clips, you can go get either a bolt or trigger-style snap. The bolt snap clip works by sliding a spring-loaded shaft in order to make room for the lead to pass through. It is a solid clip but it has a big flaw that will occur as time passes and it has to do with the spring getting weaker. The trigger snap clip is more reliable and despite being spring-loaded it is more robust and since it opens inwards, your dog won't break loose when pulling.
First, we'll start with length as it is quite the issue when it comes to giving your dog some slack. A good rule of thumb here is to get a lead long enough to give your dog some freedom but without him or her getting tangled up all the time. These leads are oftentimes about 1.8 meters, but you can get a smaller one (about 1.20m) if you are going through busy streets.
A 2.4m or a 3-meter lead will give your dog the most range since it is mainly used for training. Width-wise, you'll want to get a lead that corresponds with the size and pull of your dog. The bigger and stronger puller your dog is the thicker the lead should be but if you have a puppy spare him from the weight and restriction of a thicker lead.
Clip Style
With snap clips, you can go get either a bolt or trigger-style snap. The bolt snap clip works by sliding a spring-loaded shaft in order to make room for the lead to pass through. It is a solid clip but it has a big flaw that will occur as time passes and it has to do with the spring getting weaker. The trigger snap clip is more reliable and despite being spring-loaded it is more robust and since it opens inwards, your dog won't break loose when pulling.
