Will this leash lead me to the door or back to the store?
Being a dog trainer, I’m constantly on the prowl for the perfect leash. I’m tired of the boring, unreliable nylon leashes that break after a not-so-impressive length of time. I despise retractable leads (don’t even get me started). I’m a dog walker by trade, so I want something that is versatile and will suit all my needs. It would be a relief to clean out my absurdly large collection of leads and be left with just one leash to rule them all. That’s why I decided to try out the 8-Way Lead by Bold Lead Design.
The 8-Way Lead is made of all-American vegetable tanned leather, my favorite. This braided-leather design is much more durable than nylon and lighter than chain (Note: never use chain unless your dog is a leash chewer). It was also outfitted with brass rings, and its clip quality is phenomenal. I can’t stand it when leash clips weaken over time and become a hazard when walking, so I notice when a clip is quality or crappy. The reason I was most excited for this leash was the fact it was many leashes in one – eight, to be exact.
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Another point that makes it so “handy,” the 8-Way Lead doesn’t have a loop handle. Instead, it has a bolt snap at each end so you can use the leash in any configuration. I tested the 6-foot version, but there is an 8-foot option available as well.
Here are just a few of the different ways I used it:
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Bonus: I’m a professional dog walker, so an important aspect of the 8-Way Lead was to use it as a coupler, and walk two dogs at once. It was simple – I just clipped the lead to both dogs and held it in the middle for complete control.
To Buy or Not to Buy:
BUY! I am in love with this leash. It’s aesthetically pleasing, comfortable to hold, and extremely versatile and durable. I highly recommend it and give it my official dog walker’s “two paws up.” You can buy the 6-foot 8-Way Lead for $55.99 on Bold Lead Designs’ website, or through other retailers such as Amazon. This lead is a great addition to any dog household, and I’m going to clean out my leash stash after I finish up with this review!
Shout out to the Perfect Pace no-pull Dog Halter ($17.99): I was also sent The Perfect Pace no-pull Dog Halter to try. Maria is well trained on a Gentle Leader, so I didn’t think this halter would be much different. The only variant between the Perfect Pace and a traditional halter is where it clipped. Most halters clip under the dog’s chin, while with this one, the leash comes to control at the back of the head. Overall, I prefer the traditional halters, but if you’ve got a chewer, the Perfect Pace no-pull Dog Halter would be a great choice. I’ve had a few clients whose dogs chewed through the Halti No-Pull Harness while wearing it, but dogs can’t get their teeth into the Perfect Pace. I think that it would be great for training puppies, as it’s more adjustable than the traditional head collars, but I recommend ordering it in leather and not the woven material.
Note: PetGuide.com was NOT compensated for this review. We received 8-Way Lead and Perfect Pace no-pull Dog Halter from Bold Lead Designs to review. The opinions expressed in this post are the author’s. We provide unbiased feedback of the products and share products we think our readers would enjoy using and learning more about.
Rachel Leavy lives in Rochester, New York with her dog, Maria, and her gecko, Nigel. She has loved animals all her life, and has owned her own dog training and walking company for 5 years. When she’s not playing with puppies, she can usually be found writing short stories, riding horses or out at a play.
