Quote Originally Posted by Alysser View Post
Would they sell 20 ft /15ft leashes (NOT tie-outs) in Petsmart or Petco? I'm wondering if a retractable one would be a good option but I've heard bad things about them snapping.
No, I wouldn't suggest a retractable leash, there are many problems w/those, snapping being just one. It is much more difficult to control your dog with them. With a leash, if you need to you can pull the dog in but the retractable ones, those things can be like wire on your hands! Naturally, pulling your dog in is not recommended, we all have well trained dogs who respond instantly to COME, right?

I've never looked for a long line, so I just used Google. Yup, they're out there! Here is a 20 foot for $18.
http://www.genuinedoggear.com/GDL-LO...ing_lines.html

Just put in: dog longline
Lots of "hits."

But if you are like me, you have a couple leashes in the house and can start with those, just clip the handle and extend them.