Hi Beth. No, no leashes. I have a big back yard which is about 1/3 wooded area. The whole thing's about an acre. ALL FENCED!! Now, mind you. I'm lucky if I get a birthday present from my husband. But when it comes to the "kids" nothing is spared! I kind of like it that way! Cody is such a sweetie. Star always takes "center stage" and Cody lets her. She's so gentle. She was a rescue and had a very, very horrible start in life. She loves everyone one foot OFF the property. But EVERYONE entering her den is cause for suspicion! It takes a lot of introduction time before she feels comfortable with strangers at the house. Especially men!