i'm thinking of getting the 3/8" 6 feet lead for obedience training. is it suitable?please do advise. thank you very much =)
835807
I think it would work well. I love using this lead when practicing with my show dog. And it is a great everyday lead since Dart doesn't wear a collar.
835808
yes, it works very well. I especially like how easy it is on my old hands. Hope this helps
835809
It is suitable. I wish Amazon would sell the mendota leash that's a little thicker than this one. Our trainer has the thicker one and I feel like that one has more control. I think he got it at a sporting goods store. But this leash is sufficient.
835810
I used a similar lead to train 3 skye terriers. I did basic obedience only, sit, down, come, heel, stay, wait. On stays where you leave your dog more than 6 feet away, the lead goes limp and your dog can walk out of the color. Other wise it worked great for heeling, sits and downs
8514
This is a very helpful tool for me both just walking and training my dogs. They are strong, easy to get on and off the dog and you do not need an additional training collar. Especially helpful for lunging dogs when walking and easy to make corrections. Have fun with your obedience training!
835811
Yes, this 3/8" 6 feet lead is very good for training. I have small hands, and this may just be me, the only thing I did not like was that I wished it was thicker in order to have a better grip on it. Why? When I got Bella, my pit bull mix from BARCS, she pulled so much and was so hard to train that it was a little while before I was able to use on her. But, now that she is more manageable I use this leash for training.
1156025
I recommend a Herm Sprenger prong collar AND guidance from a reputable trainer if you've never used one before. You should also consider a leash that accommodates the backup collar, especially if you choose the quick release prong collar. I agree that you should avoid "house brand" products. My first experience using one was for a nervous, fear aggressive 75 lb. dog; I found it enormously helpful. It also makes 'easy' dogs even easier.
624997
I have a french bulldog so I bought the 1/2 inch first but I felt like it was a little thick and heavy for her since I was going to have her wear the lead around the house all the time. So then I bought the 3/8 inch and I think it's perfect for her. I'm thinking you should get the 1/2 inch because your lab will probably grow into the lead and the 3/8 will be too small. I would also suggest the 6 foot instead of the 4 because it's always good to have more rope then not enough. Sometimes I tie my frenchie to things to make her stay so the 6 foot works well.
1441202
Absolutely. Using a gentle leader promotes easier control of your dog. It is meant to be used as a training tool. Once your dog responds to your verbal commands, it is acceptable to wean them onto a normal collar and leash. I would recommend a harness or a martingale style. This doesn't put stress on your dog's neck and makes them respon easier than a standard collar.
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&#8540; 6ft leash is what I would recommand. It is strong. 6ft is a good length for training a dog. If your dog pulls a lot please teach him not to pull for both your walking pleasure and comfort as well as safety. There many resources to teach you how. I promise you that you will be glad you invested the time. Good luck.
1649322
I have a medium for my 37 pound Brittany. There is room to adjust the lead for larger or smaller. I think the medium would give you good overlap of the lead (ie, you won't have to use it at the far end of it's length). PS - I have 2 boxers also & use Gentle Leaders with them. It IS THE BEST for dogs who want to constantly pull.
483224
If your dog is a medium to large dog then it would be suitable because it's a very long lead leash,but if your dog is smaller than I would go with a shorter lead leash.
1533547
My dog did this and now she just turns away. My other dog that does not have the gentle lead is still a nut case but he is small and I can handle him. Still, I think I will get him one.We tried one on a dog with a small nose and she got out of it in a minute.
479854
I believe the lead is strong enough, BUT the lead is only as strong the weakest point. Is your dog a " strong puller" ? Does your dog chase after other dogs, deer etc? How long would you leave him outside? Can you watch the dog while he does his business? Will your dog come to you if called? Traffic? Good Luck but maybe a chain with a good snap or two as a back up would be better.
116066
French buldogs are really great dogs I prefer the four foot slip lead. I think it keeps just the right distance. not to far from you but long enough for you dog to be comfortable.
1441203
We have been using the Gentle Leader for about 4-months and I think it depends on the dog. We have enrolled our dog in obedience school classes and are teaching him to walk on leash correctly. My wife prefers to use the gentle leader, I do not because he did not like the Gentle Leader initially and I could handle him. I'm not so sure our dog cares which one we use.
2005941
I have the 732 as well. Great unit, I actually own 2 of them! I would recommend buying the 732 and extra 6' leads. Use the leads that come with the unit as backups, these leads will fail. The cost of a 732 with additional leads is approx the same as a 733.
371199
I had the same problem so my son bought stuff at Lowes I think to continue and a tool to tighten. it will loosen and sag with time. we also had to replace the lead since my dog chewed it down to the wire. it rusted and he would tangle himself all up. the new lead is longer but coiled and so far he hasn't managed to chew through it. this is a good run and much cheaper than building you own but does need a little help.
1318764
I use it with my dogs that are 30-50 lbs. The material is sufficient for a much larger dog. Of course you will have to watch where leash is when dogs run, so not to get burned or cut by the lead. This would be the case with any long leash. I like that it does have a finished handle, like a regular walking leash, for when we are just ambling in the fields.
765415
I think the Otto step would be better if it was a bit wider. I had 2 dogs I was using it with and if I didn't guide them straight they would miss it and fall. I have a german sheppard/afgand hound mix - very tall dog with long legs ~ 60 lbs and lab ~ 55 lbs and they both would miss the step if I didn't make sure they were straight in front of it. Its a great concept but didn't work out as well for me and my dogs. I would give it a try though because other dogs seem to figure it out just fine.
16442
I don't know but... I would buy a "gentle leader" leash they are great and worked instantly for both of my dogs that were very difficult to walk on a leash!
862920
The .5mm is designed to work with the appropriate size of the orifice to which the lead fed, hence any other size will not work. I wasn't aware that there was a .3 mm lead available. I've used .5, .7 and .9 mm.