Tuff Mutt Hands-Free Bungee Leash

I bought this for my 2 dogs that I run with. My lab who is the youngest wanted to be out in front of me instead of beside me, he wouldn’t pull but extended leash. This leash gave him enough resistance from the bungee that he stays beside me. I have only use a couple times and really love it, I can focus on my running instead of holding a leash! I will say my lab wanted to he could definitely pull me around but with us both running he watches me more since we basically running beside of each other instead of looking around.

This leash is great for a dog that walks well on a leash, maybe pulls a little bit but is generally respectful. It is NOT good for an 80-lb dog who loses his mind trying to talk to other dogs, and you will get dragged. It would be nice to have a kind of quick release buckle so that if you've lost control, you can let go and avoid injury instead of desperately messing with the (well-made) clasp while being dragged through the grass. 4 stars because my experience is obviously more due to the lack of training in the dog, not the product, but it did make me realize how unsafe it can be.

When me and my dog Bud go on our long walks and hikes I perfer a waist leash as I've had a shoulder injury awhile back, so this leash is pretty decent for a medium sized dog, he does try to pull when he sees a squirrel or rabbit and the bungee feature has absorbed some of the shock pretty well, overall a decent waist leash for a medium sized dog with some pulling.

So nice to be hands free, which I have never been with dogs in 40 years. I like the two areas where I can slip my hand through to bring my dog closer to me. Very well designed.

It does work well in controlling my dogs. The bungee reduces the strength of their pulling; it's easier to resist them. The handles are well placed and useful. 2* because it's not made to withstand larger dogs. I have two 9 month old Huskies. The stitching on one of the handles has popped off, that handle is useless. The stitching around the bungee areas are coming apart. Thicker or doubling stitching wouldve made this product better. Now I either have to buy another one of these or try to find something else.

I would absolutely recommend this product to anyone whose dog pulls when walking. My dog, however, is not that dog. My dog walks on a very loose lead, but I wanted a way to walk with him hands-free. The leash provided is long, so it drags the ground and he trips on it frequently. He does better if I walk about two feet from his side, but that makes it difficult to walk on the roads in our neighborhood because it puts me in the middle of the road. During our three-mile walk, I did have to adjust the belt twice after it started to come loose, which I saw mentioned in another review before purchasing. Long story short, I still end up holding the leash so he doesn’t trip. Three stars because there I would absolutely recommend this product to anyone whose dog pulls when walking. My dog, however, is not that dog. My dog walks on a very loose lead, but I wanted a way to walk with him hands-free. The leash provided is long, so it drags the ground and he trips on it frequently. He does better if I walk about two feet from his side, but that makes it difficult to walk on the roads in our neighborhood because it puts me in the middle of the road. During our three-mile walk, I did have to adjust the belt twice after it started to come loose, which I saw mentioned in another review before purchasing. Long story short, I still end up holding the leash so he doesn’t trip. Three stars because there’s nothing wrong with the product, and I’m sure it’s great for other scenarios, just not ours. … more

I have a dog that REALLY pulls when we ride/run everyday. We run/ride up to 8 miles a day and the strap that supposed to have elastic broke the first week we used it. I love the waist strap and use it with a different leash now. I am currently looking for a better leash to use with the strap. My dog is 52 lbs and pulls very hard so the elastic didn't stand a chance since it was kind of cheaply made. I would recommend a thicker leash with the strap.

When I used to take my dog running, he had one speed: SPRINT! We would never be able to go very far because either my arm and shoulder would be sore from him pulling on the leash or I would be exhausted from trying to keep his pace. He is 56 pounds of pure muscle and energy, so I needed to find a solution; not running was NOT an option. Our first run using the hands-free bungee leash was amazing! He pulled at first, but the bungee section of the leash cushioned me from his pull, so I was able to keep my pace. Because the connection was at my waist (center of gravity) instead of at my hand, I was also able to keep proper form throughout the run. After about half a block, he got tired of When I used to take my dog running, he had one speed: SPRINT! We would never be able to go very far because either my arm and shoulder would be sore from him pulling on the leash or I would be exhausted from trying to keep his pace. He is 56 pounds of pure muscle and energy, so I needed to find a solution; not running was NOT an option. Our first run using the hands-free bungee leash was amazing! He pulled at first, but the bungee section of the leash cushioned me from his pull, so I was able to keep my pace. Because the connection was at my waist (center of gravity) instead of at my hand, I was also able to keep proper form throughout the run. After about half a block, he got tired of pulling and settled down to my pace (usually he's able to keep up his pulling and sprint pace for about a mile and a half before he gets tired). We went for the longest run we have ever done together. Afterwards, he took a nap and I felt great, because I had been able to focus on the run and my form rather than on him pulling to go faster or chase after other dogs and bicycles. If you're a runner with a dog who doesn't know how to keep a steady pace, I highly recommend this leash! … more

I have a VERY high energy, 3-year-old Boxador. When we go for walks, at the start, she would always bolter to the end of the leash. She is VERY strong, and last week, she bolted and almost dragged me into a ditch! It was then I realized I had to do something, then, I saw this Bungie leash. Let me cut to the chase: This leash works great! First, it nicely absorbs the shock when she runs to the end of the leash line. Most importantly, the leash starts to tension on her as the Bungie kicks in, signaling to her that the end of the leash is coming and for her to start slowing down to a walk. The leash also makes it easier to control her; I can't put my finger on why, but it does. If your dog runs I have a VERY high energy, 3-year-old Boxador. When we go for walks, at the start, she would always bolter to the end of the leash. She is VERY strong, and last week, she bolted and almost dragged me into a ditch! It was then I realized I had to do something, then, I saw this Bungie leash. Let me cut to the chase: This leash works great! First, it nicely absorbs the shock when she runs to the end of the leash line. Most importantly, the leash starts to tension on her as the Bungie kicks in, signaling to her that the end of the leash is coming and for her to start slowing down to a walk. The leash also makes it easier to control her; I can't put my finger on why, but it does. If your dog runs full speed to the end of the leash, I highly recommend this leash! … more

Handy, helps keep your pet safely attached to you around your waist while still holding the leash. Great if you need your hands free for other things. Would recommend