KONG Terrain Retractable Dog Leash, Large, Black, 5m Tape

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A quality retractable dog leash should have a sturdy retracting mechanism that won't fail over time. Key considerations Why buy a retractable dog leash? Kong's Ultimate extendable dog lead is super strong, designed especially for extra large dogs up to 70kg or very strong dogs. Very large dogs often require a lead with heavy duty strength. This retractable lead offers a rugged design and is built to last. It offers 5m of freedom on a wide colour coordinated tape with reflective stitching for low light conditions. Why it made the cut: Extra durable, extra rugged, and extra powerful dog leash for dogs up to 150 lbs, suitable for most large dog breeds like Pit Bulls, Mastiffs, and Rottweilers. The main variable that affects the price of retractable dog leashes is the maximum weight limit, though the overall leash length can be a factor, too. A retractable dog leash lets your dog wander in open spaces while still on the leash, particularly important if your area has leash laws.

Each type of extending dog lead offers different things. The most obvious is the length of the lead itself. The most common is a 5m lead but there are longer ones if you want to allow your dog even more freedom. You will also need to take into account your dog's weight. This is important as the equipment must be strong enough to cope with the power / strength of your dog. Weight is often an easy way to estimate this. However, if your dog is small but very strong, choose a lead for a slightly heavier dog than they actually are. Finally, the two types of extending dog leads are tape or cord. A cord lead can be difficult to see and can also cause friction burns if it goes around legs or you accidentally grab at it, so tape leads are preferable. Retractable lead careRetractable dog leads can extend to anything from three metres up to eight metres, so it's entirely up to you how much free reign to give your four-legged friend. Give your dog freedom to enjoy their walk whilst you stay in control. Kong Retractable Leash - Reflect

Why it made the cut: With 15 inches of chew-proof steel wire, this retractable dog leash promises to keep your munch-happy pups from chewing through their lead. A retractable dog lead is the perfect way to give your dog the space and freedom to roam in situations where they need to stay on lead. Extending dog leads easily extend and retract as your dog goes for their walk, giving them more freedom and you an easy tangle-free way to walk your dog on a longer lead. Also, look for an extending dog lead with a comfortable handle and good grip. These types of leads can be harder to hold than a standard dog lead and if you don't have a good grip it could more easily be yanked from your hands if the dog suddenly pulls. Best retractable dog lead brand And with reinforced tape, it promises to withstand intense use, so you can be completely confident that it'll hold up and in no way be flimsy.

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As you can see in the table above, KONG retractable dog leads come in a range of types and styles to suit different dogs and owners. The Trail 5m lead is a retractable tape dog lead which is short, lightweight and compact. The Terrain is a perfect every day lead for just about any dog and owner. For more length, go for the Explore which offers a 7.5m tape and is for large dogs. For giant breeds up to 70kg, the Ultimate heavy duty dog leads extendable to 5m is a beast of a lead and will copewith the weight of even the biggest breeds. Are retractable dog leads safe? Retractable dog leads are anindispensablewalkies tool for many dogs and their owners for many different reasons and in many situations. Extending leads allow dogs on lead to exercise with more ease and freedom, which is so important for their mental and physical health. Not all dogs can go off lead for various reasons. Other dogs might be fine off lead but the area or situation doesn't allow it. So there are lots of times and reasons why an extending dog lead can be useful. For the most part, the color of the leash or handle isn't particularly important, though you might as well select a color that you like if there are different choices available. Some retractable leashes are brightly colored for extra visibility, which is useful for nighttime walks. Waste bag clip