Guest homebase004 Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Good evening! I am new to the forum and am in need of some help. We recently adopted a two year old retired racer and he is a puller. I am terrified that the snap on the leash they gave us is going to fail. I am looking for a six foot quality leather leash with trigger snap instead of the usual bolt snap. I have found some very nice leads online, but they only come with the traditional bolt snap. Any help locating what I'm looking for or any suggestions for a secure leash would be appreciated. Thanks All! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldrunners Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Try Long Dog Leather. Their leashes have a very secure closure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3greytjoys Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 (edited) Welcome to GreyTalk! Congratulations on your new hound! - My first suggestion is to tie knots in your current (nylon?) leash where you need extra hand control (for the time being). - Also, next to the existing bolt snap, add a small metal carabiner clip (available at hardware stores, REI, etc.), so your hound has double clip protection. I second trying www.LongDogLeather.com (I don't have personal experience with this business owner; however, they are members of GreyTalk.) If all else fails, this business offers the safer trigger snaps, but with nylon leashes at very reasonable prices: http://www.fancyk9s.com Here is a larger list of GT merchandisers: http://forum.greytalk.com/index.php/topic/48958-gt-business-owners/ (Please be extra careful with leather leads to ensure hound doesn't chew through the leather.) Edited July 20, 2014 by 3greytjoys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sambuca Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 http://www.yellowsnowdoggear.com/inc/sdetail/97/105 I like these leashes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest june Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 You could also use a collar-leash combo. They are sold by several adoption groups. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=338872596271856&set=a.338870899605359.1073741828.318729381619511&type=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FreeholdHound Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Another vote for Longdog Leather. Picked one up at GIG & love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3greytjoys Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 If interested, we use these no-pull harnesses on our adopted Greyhounds (and our extra strong Greyhound fosters from the track). http://www.softouchconcepts.com/index.php/product-53/sense-ation-harness Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kolarik1 Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 I use the WWW no pull harnesses. When I have a strong puller, I attach the leash to the collar and run it through the d-ring on the harness for even more control. Quote Marble, Noah, Eden, Raya (red heeler), Cooper & Trooper (naughty kittens) Missing my bridge angels: Pop, Zelda, Mousey & Carmel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest homebase004 Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 I appreciate all those who took the time to respond. We are currently using a harness when we go for walks, we are making some progress with the pulling. It's the integrity of the hardware of the leash that scares me. I've read a few forum posts where the snap fails and the dog takes off, looking for the " go to " leash with trustworthy hardware. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleptogrey Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 alligator clasp and biothane leads from K9noz.com. contact Bud, the owner, after you look at the web site. he has every weight biothane, he will help you find the right lead/weight. he also has a heavy heavy duty gripper leash which may work. i'm very happy w/ his work and they last for ever... also some obedience classes will not hurt. but good equipment is a must. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest homebase004 Posted July 21, 2014 Share Posted July 21, 2014 alligator clasp and biothane leads from K9noz.com. contact Bud, the owner, after you look at the web site. he has every weight biothane, he will help you find the right lead/weight. he also has a heavy heavy duty gripper leash which may work. i'm very happy w/ his work and they last for ever... also some obedience classes will not hurt. but good equipment is a must. I spoke to Bud at K9noz this evening, what a great guy. I placed the order for the lead to include the Lock Jaw hardware. Thanks to all who responded!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleptogrey Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 (edited) i'm sure you will be happy w/ his product. i love the fluorescent yellow...when it's grungy looking a wet soapy sponge- wipe it down and it's brand new! what width did you get? they do soften up w/ wear, so don't fret if it seems a tad stiff at first.. Edited July 22, 2014 by cleptogrey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest OPointyDog Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Sounds like you've found a solution - for others who might be looking I can recommend K9 Explorer leashes - they have a one-handed scissor release out of heavy-duty steel, and the leash has reflective stitching for high visibility. They also have a padded non-slip handle. I LOVE them. Our local pet store carries them, but they're available in various places online. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenniferS Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 An easy cheap solution is to add a carabiner to any type of leash clasp. In the event of a hardware fail, you have a backup. Quote Forever in my heart: my girl Raspberry & my boys Quiet Man, Murphy, Ducky, Wylie & Theo www.greyhoundadventures.org & www.greyhoundamberalert.org & www.duckypaws.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest homebase004 Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 i'm sure you will be happy w/ his product. i love the fluorescent yellow...when it's grungy looking a wet soapy sponge- wipe it down and it's brand new! what width did you get? they do soften up w/ wear, so don't fret if it seems a tad stiff at first.. i'm sure you will be happy w/ his product. i love the fluorescent yellow...when it's grungy looking a wet soapy sponge- wipe it down and it's brand new! what width did you get? they do soften up w/ wear, so don't fret if it seems a tad stiff at first.. I got the royal blue, 5/8 thick, with the Lock Jaw hardware. The leash arrived today, seems very nice. Thanks to everyone who responded, I appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleptogrey Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 I got the royal blue, 5/8 thick, with the Lock Jaw hardware. The leash arrived today, seems very nice. Thanks to everyone who responded, I appreciate it. that's what i have, it seems to be Bud's favorite weight. it seemed bulky at first but i really like them, especially when i'm wearing gloves. a tad warm for my hands during the summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sepviva Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 If you want leather I would recommend any equestrian supplier. I have a very heavily duty leash from Quillan's and a lighter softer one from The Engraver. Both have regular snaps but I have never had a lead rope snap break or open during use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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