When looking for a dog leash you need to match the length and width of the leash with your height and the size and weight of your dog. If you are tall with a small breed of dog you will need a very long leash in order to keep the leash slack enough to offer comfort and tight enough to have proper control of your dog. Shorter dog owners should have a short lead if they have a larger breed dog. For instance, a person who is five feet ten inches tall with a dog sixteen inches high that weighs thirty pounds should use a six foot dog leash that is one half inch wide. For heavier dogs you should use a wider, stronger leash.

Leather Dog Leashes - Most dog owners use a harness type leather dog leash over latigo (typical) leather although a latigo leather leash is in fact strong enough for most breeds of dog. You may also want to have your obedience leash braided at both ends with a quality brass snap and no stitches or rivets. During protection training some trainers prefer a leash that is double stitched and riveted. These leashes are normally a half inch thick and three quarters of an inch wide and run about four to six feet long.

Cotton Dog Leashes - Many professional dog handlers have always used these cotton dog leads because of their durability and cost effectiveness. They are very comfortable in your hand and can be found in any local pet supply store. Look for a leash with a brass clip as it will last longer.

Nylon Dog Leash - Nylon dog leashes are extremely strong but can be a little rough on the hands if your dog forges unexpectedly on its leash. If you have a puppy this might be a good leash choice because nylon is hard to chew so there will be less mouthing on the lead. If you have to you can also soak this type of leash in a taste deterrent because it is porous and it is also washable.

Chain Dog Leashes - Chain leashes will definitely curb mouthy leash behavior. These tough leashes come in many sizes but you need to be sure to pick one strong enough for your breed of dog. While this is not the best choice of dog lead many people value their strength because chain leashes do tend to be stronger than other leashes.

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