Dog Gone Smart I'm Gismo Dog Leash Handle with Poop Bag Dispenser

In a last minute rush, I ordered this as a gift. Search engines led me to it as a flashlight you could clip your leash to. The photos and ads I saw made it seem that a flashlight was the key feature of this gizmo. Okay, my fault, but I bought it in a hurry because I thought it was a flashlight you clip your leash to for nighttime walks! I was surprised, disappointed, and embarrassed on Christmas morning when the gift recipient opened my gift. Who needs a leash handle? A leash already has a handle that I clip my poop bags to. I have pockets to hold my other stuff, so why would I want to clip all of it to the handle and unclip them again when I get home? This over-priced item is worse than useless In a last minute rush, I ordered this as a gift. Search engines led me to it as a flashlight you could clip your leash to. The photos and ads I saw made it seem that a flashlight was the key feature of this gizmo. Okay, my fault, but I bought it in a hurry because I thought it was a flashlight you clip your leash to for nighttime walks! I was surprised, disappointed, and embarrassed on Christmas morning when the gift recipient opened my gift. Who needs a leash handle? A leash already has a handle that I clip my poop bags to. I have pockets to hold my other stuff, so why would I want to clip all of it to the handle and unclip them again when I get home? This over-priced item is worse than useless and I got duped. Pay twenty more bucks for a flashlight attachment? Not on your life. So mad at myself for wasting my money on this. … more

Having tried this product for a few months now, I thought it was time for a review. The poop bags are very convenient, however you must pull them out slow as not to tear the bag. The handle is very convenient to hold, it does tend to be a little slippery at first. After awhile it’s fine and great to use. I used the dual clip to walk 2 65 lb. golden retrievers. With the dual clip it is very nice to not have to worry about tangled leashes if they walk back and forth. There is a turn piece where you can unlock and lock the single or dual carabiners in place. However, even when locked, every once and awhile with one pull of a leash the dogs were able to detach the handle from the clip. Chewy was Having tried this product for a few months now, I thought it was time for a review. The poop bags are very convenient, however you must pull them out slow as not to tear the bag. The handle is very convenient to hold, it does tend to be a little slippery at first. After awhile it’s fine and great to use. I used the dual clip to walk 2 65 lb. golden retrievers. With the dual clip it is very nice to not have to worry about tangled leashes if they walk back and forth. There is a turn piece where you can unlock and lock the single or dual carabiners in place. However, even when locked, every once and awhile with one pull of a leash the dogs were able to detach the handle from the clip. Chewy was wonderful and replaced the dual carabiner clip as I thought that might be the issue and not the handle. I tried out the replacement and it appears the handle is the issue, whether I received a faulty product or it is how the lock system is made. I do not recommend using if you have a dog that pulls on the leash hard. If you are someone who is looking for something to help keep leashes detangled this is the product for you! Just be sure to test out that your dog(s) is/our not able to pull themselves free before you take them on a walk. … more

The poop bag dispenser did not latch on very well to the handle base. Had the item for a week and the poop bag dispenser fell off on a walk, lost. Half the reason I bought this product. Love the handle, comfortable to carry, not too heavy. Like the idea of adding flashlight option. Just disappointed with the poop bad dispenser.

I got this because I needed a better way to walk with my two 65-pound dogs. I got this with the Dual Leash Holder, and I love it! It's so much easier to walk my dogs even when they're pulling (which they do frequently)! Yes, I wish they sold all of the items together because that would be more convenient, but I still highly, highly, highly recommend!

I got this for my little 7 pound terrier mix. When we first got him, he was a flight risk so this handle had to take a LOT of pulling and it didn't break. The bag dispenser and clip for used bags are a nice touch. We bought the flashlight and like that it's rechargeable. The biggest downside was looking for bags that fit the dispenser.

The handle is great for two dog walks but the bag dispenser rips the bags as I pull out. A poop bag with holes ripped in it is not good!

I was excited about this handle until the other night when it broke and my two dogs were off and running without me. Terrifying to see that happen. Fortunately it was in a field and not a busy street. Don't buy this. The risk is entirely too high.

So disappointed, I ordered this and was anxious to get this 'gizmo' to use on walks with my new puppies. I was a little disgruntled from the git-go, as the pink one was $10 higher priced. Then, when I finally get it you have to purchase the flashlight component separately!! Or any of the other separate pieces, like a second toggle, treat pouch, etc. All very expensive!!

Love the leash - for some reason it makes it easier for me to walk my dog as I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. HOWEVER, I have purchased two of these and the flashlight and bag holder come off easily. It is as if there are too few threads on these two components of the handle. Also, I purchased mine with the flashlight and bag holder but I am not seeing the flashlight with the unit anymore. I will not be ordering another as they are way too expensive to be breaking the way they are. I am looking for an alternative to this leash.

On the first use, my 25lb terrier mix was able to snap the metal prong that holds the single carabiner in place. I had originally gotten it to walk two of my dogs at the same time by purchasing itself and the dual carabiner. Chewy did offer replacement, but I declined as I could not trust it with ny heavier, stronger dogs when the smallest one damaged by himself. Excellent customer service, the product simply feels lacking.