Retractable Leads/People!

[Kfamr]

I used a retractable leash for the most park when Amy, Audrey, & I went hiking and such with the dogs. However, Kiara is the ONLY dog i'd ever use one on and she uses it with a harness.

She has a strong enough recall if in the case it snapped, she'd come right back to me. I don't think i'd ever use one unless i'm walking in the woods somewhere away from people, and never would I use one on Simba & Nala. Their recalls aren't nearly as strong as Kiara's.


The leash isn't the problem, it's idiotic and irresponsible people.

[Lobodeb]

The leash isn't the problem, it's idiotic and irresponsible people.

My sentiments exactly! Both examples given by Jessica and Neo_lover are the result of poor training, not the leashes.

[Corinna]

They don't make one heavy enough for my crew which is ok. If I go to the lake I just use a horses lung line I can haul it in faster than the retractables. I always take them to where no one is. I am sure the ugly part of the chow wouldn't come out of Dugan but I also don't want to put him, me or any one else at risk. I also have them braced so Lady can be an anchor if I yell sit she does stops him cold.

[Glacier]

They don't make one heavy enough for my crew which is ok.

Actually they do,it just costs a small fortune and is a special order item! I have one for Kayleigh. Supposed to be good for dogs up to 200 pounds. I love that thing and it has made vast improvements to Kayleigh's life. Kay is highly dog aggressive. The retractable leash means I can walk her from the house and don't have to drive into the middle of nowhere which in turn equals more walks for Kayleigh. I can control her, keep her as close to me as needed and when no other dogs are in sight, she can roam a bit.

Retractable leashes are a great thing, when used correctly.