Max and Neo Dog Gear Nylon Reflective Double Dog Leash

I’ve been walking our pooches with this leash for a week now and have also looked at similar types in the pet store. We have a very reactive 70 lb German/Australian Shepherd mix pup who is a bit of a chore to walk. He needs the daily training and exercise, so finding a leash to help manage keeping him at my side was a top priority. Our other dog is a blind adult Irish setter mix that is around 50 lbs. I was hoping this leash would also help me manage our zig zagging blind girl, but she doesn’t like bouncing off my leg, she needs a bit more lead than the short loop allows, and the heavy clip dangling at her neck/shoulder was too much for her. The short loop is, however, the perfect length to keep I’ve been walking our pooches with this leash for a week now and have also looked at similar types in the pet store. We have a very reactive 70 lb German/Australian Shepherd mix pup who is a bit of a chore to walk. He needs the daily training and exercise, so finding a leash to help manage keeping him at my side was a top priority. Our other dog is a blind adult Irish setter mix that is around 50 lbs. I was hoping this leash would also help me manage our zig zagging blind girl, but she doesn’t like bouncing off my leg, she needs a bit more lead than the short loop allows, and the heavy clip dangling at her neck/shoulder was too much for her. The short loop is, however, the perfect length to keep my reactive guy close and gives me enough room to change my grip position. So pros for me are that it is very sturdy and the short loop length is perfect for my big guy. Cons are that it’s got some rough/sharp areas that scratch or irritate my hand (I’ve thought about clipping them or filing them to try and get a smoother surface but don’t want to compromise the strength) and that they only make this in a 6 ft overall length. I was previously only using 4 ft leads and would really like to see a shorter version available. I found another brand in a pet store that is soft but sturdy in a 4 ft length, but the short loop was too short and would have made it seem like I was holding the dog right at the collar. Overall this has solved my reactive pup control issues, since I am less fatigued he gets longer daily walks and is behaving better than ever on leash. He even sits at my side when I stop walking now so it has been a great training tool for us at a reasonable price. I do think that they could make it softer without compromising strength which is why I wanted to give 3 stars, but I added a star back since they donate a leash to a shelter for each one purchased. … more

The leash part is very sturdy and well made overall, but I have had problems with the clip that connects the leash to the ring on the dog's collar- it's somewhat loose and does not stay closed, such that the collar ring can slip out of the clip, which disconnects the dog from the leash. A carabiner or other type of clip might solve the problem, but that requires an additional level of connection/disconnection. I had another leash like this for 15+ years and never had any problems with it. And I have not contacted the vendor to request a replacement to date.

I have two of these leashes, one for each of our dogs. River, our mutt the leash has lasted for over a year. As for Capt Jack our shepherd it didn't last a week, he chewed thru it in 5 minutes. LOL. But he's a chewer and I guess didn't want to have the leash attached on the way to daycare. Otherwise I highly recommend this leash because for a non chewer it has lasted and I love to second handle.

After reading many positive comments and reviews, I was very disappointed when this leash ripped after less than a week of use. My dog is about 40 lbs and only knee high so true medium size, but she doesn't pull THAT hard. Only reason I'm giving it two stars is because of Chewy's great customer service sending me a replacement same day I made my claim. Let's see how leash #2 holds up...

This leash it sturdy and comfortable to hold. The second handle lower helps with controlling my dogs if they pull, which is great. It's also good for when they start to flag on our runs, I can make sure the leash doesn't drag without wrapping the whole thing around my hand. I use it with gentle leads and an attached doubledog leash. I love it so far!

My favorite part is the loop when walking. It allows me to manage walking the dog close to me where it is comfortable for us both. The length is perfect as well. It is also nice the option of colors. I would buy this again. I can't imagine using any other leash because of the design and quality. I have used different styles over the years and none is a good as this one.

It's hard to know how many stars to give this leash. It's a great leash, very well constructed and heavy duty, so I do recommend it - for larger dogs. It's the "heavy" part that I don't like. Nowhere in the product description did I see a size or weight for this leash, but it's way too heavy for my 15 pound dog. She's an older dog, about 9, and she doesn't pull when I walk her. So since the leash has slack in it, the extra handle that's described as a "traffic handle" kind of falls on her head or shoulders and seems to annoy her (during the one time I used the leash). And it just feels too heavy for us. I would return it, but that's a lot of trouble, so I plan to donate it to my local It's hard to know how many stars to give this leash. It's a great leash, very well constructed and heavy duty, so I do recommend it - for larger dogs. It's the "heavy" part that I don't like. Nowhere in the product description did I see a size or weight for this leash, but it's way too heavy for my 15 pound dog. She's an older dog, about 9, and she doesn't pull when I walk her. So since the leash has slack in it, the extra handle that's described as a "traffic handle" kind of falls on her head or shoulders and seems to annoy her (during the one time I used the leash). And it just feels too heavy for us. I would return it, but that's a lot of trouble, so I plan to donate it to my local shelter. I just wish the product description had stated it would be best for large dogs. … more

I’ve purchased two of these because I love them so much. Cushion lines handles, extremely durable material with reflective lining for nighttime walks. A little long and I wish the second handle was higher up but over all fantastic leash

I have ordered several Max and Neo items before but this is the first leash I have tried. Once again I was impressed with the quality. Really love the second handle. I use it more then I thought, especially during walks at the park. They also donate a leash to a shelter for a leash bought so its a win win.

Not for small/medium dogs. I had search leashes for medium dogs but this one is way too heavy/ thick for a small/medium. It WOULD be great for a large dog as it's thick and sturdy and the padded handle is comfortable. But on our 17lb dog it's easy to heavy.