I noticed in the reviews of OTHER dog leash products the leash can come apart, freeing the dog to run loose. Any like problems with THIS product?
1701855
None whatsoever. It is very strong and pliable. Works well. I use a harness as opposed to a collar.
1701856
Nope, impossible. The arm is very solid. The part that clips into your dog's collar is a strong rubber-like material. It doesn't retract or rub up against anything, unlike other bike leashes that use cording which frays with use.
1701857
I have had zero issues with the bike tow leash falling apart or letting the dog free. I've had it for a month and we ride almost everyday.
1701858
I haven't had that problem and can't see how it could occur with this device. It is very well-made.
1701859
No but be sure to periodically tighten the bolts if needed where the leash attaches to your bike.
1701860
My dog has pulled pretty hard, but the bike tow leash has never ever come apart. She weighs 70 lbs. It came off the bike once, but that was my error in forgetting to check that I had tightened the attachment before we left for the run. I always attach a second leash to her collar for extra security, but I have not had the bike tow leash ever fail. We use the tow leash several times a week and it is a well-made product, worth every cent! A tired dog is a good dog!
1701861
No problems with running two 40# dogs in tandem for a year. This is a very high quality product.
1582193
I cannot find any kind of a hook to clip a leash on mine. If that's important to you, you might want to try the Kurgo (I was pretty happy with that one - though the pockets aren't as roomy and it's all one piece). FWIW, my dog pulls a lot and I found a pinch collar works pretty well. Believe it or not, combined with a retractable leash, he's much more manageable. He has more freedom and responds better to the pinch collar. I know that's not the "proper" way to walk a dog, but I'm happy if I can walk him without getting sore arms!
920203
No, the leash is not fragile. It is designed to come apart. It is in two pieces, the shorter of which is attached by you to your pedometer. The other portion clips to this piece and then on your clothing. The problem is the connecting piece which is plastic may come apart on its own. One of my leashes did that. There a other seems fine. Just be aware of this potential problem with the design. There are two separate leashes.
1788325
I like the bungee cord for my Golden. It is not like she bounces all around, she stays pretty much right at the side of the bike. I like it because I feel it gives my dog a bit of leeway when running along side. I guess it would depend on the personality of your dog. Why don't you try it without and see how it works?
770864
This is a GREAT leash... I use it every day. I don't see why it wouldn't work for you. (Mine is still a puppy so he doesn't pull much)
1291833
dog is secure - but if you go down it does spook the dog and he/she will try to bolt (which they would do anyway just from the sound) - I absolutely LOVE the bike tow leash - I feel that the dog is safe and secure and so am I - - my border collie lab (70+lbs) loves it and so do I - great product
1033239
I have mine as a safety precaution for my dog...She is on retractable leash w/harnesses when we go trail walking.
486610
The leash helps pull on the back legs...in theory. It ended up pulling the throat most of the time and didn't inhibit pulling. As to keep a dog from jumping, I dont know if it would work. You do have the ability to tighten the harness on its own, but they still have pretty full range of the legs.
1011354
I've had this leash for about a year and have not had any problems with it. We use it on a daily basis.
319709
The leash I purchased is great. I have had no problems and really like it. I've been using the leash for a couple of months.
351511
The way the leash is set up, you sort of adjust the size of it to fit your dog. My smaller dog is now about 35 lbs and it fits him well. When he was only about 20 lbs it definitely still worked it would just not stay tight around his waist. But it was also a factor of him learning to walk on a leash too.
1070752
I worry about ALL prong collars falling off, they tend to twist and release themselves. I put a short rope connecting the round ring on the prong collar to another collar (flat buckle or nylon choke) this way If the prong comes loose, the dog will still be connected to the leash. Photo is on the Amazon site for Herm Springer prong collar. Best of luck with your lab! :)
1378601
I use mine daily with a 5 feet leash and that seems to be the perfect length to walk him. The perfect thing about this device is that you keep still control of the leash as the handle is close to your hand to correct when needed. As it uses bungee cord I don't see how it could cause any body problems.
1994553
Let me revise my previous answer. If you leave the puppy alone and it likes to chew leashes I would not suggest it. It is well made but can be chewed through.
1029347
There is no leash connection. I use a separate harness sandwiched between the layers with no problems.
937334
I'm using the Walk Your Dog With Love, No-Pull Front-Attachment Harness and it is not leather; but, it's simple and has worked well. I like the front attachment harness style the best for control while walking my dog , is simple to put on and doesn't get tangled up. The leather ones on Amazon are not front attachment. My dog only bothers with the harness if I stop to talk with someone, he lays down to wait and the front attachment is handy for chewing so I have him sit and I try not to be too long. They chew when they're bored. There are a lot of leather harnesses on Amazon to choose from.
142336
Is it safe to use for tethering a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring? I don't believe this product was ever designed for that purpose. The straps are not that wide, so if the dog were to be restrained during an accident, I don't imagine that it would feel too good for the dog. My answer for that would have to be NO. I will say, that the intended purpose for use with dogs that pull has worked wonderfully for my 9 month old boxer dog. Of course, having an excellent trainer direct us didn't hurt either, but this harness is comfortable for dogs and works. I would definitely recommend this harness and proper positive reinforcement techniques together to correct pulling.