Tuff Mutt Hands-Free Bungee Leash

I had a running leash before this that had to wrap around your waist and connect to the dog. This leash has a separate adjustable belt that you wear around your waist. Then you attach the leash to the belt and the other end to your dog. This works out well. It gives the dog a little more freedom of movement and allows them to run ahead or behind you as the D-ring rotates around the belt. The bungee section gives you some give, in case your dog slams on the brakes like mine does some times.

Let me preface by saying that the description states that a person should only use this system with a leash trained dog. I gave it four stars with that in mind. My dog is not great on leash. When we run, she pulls ahead constantly, so keep that in mind when you're making your decision. For reference, my dog is 35 pounds. We run and hike with this leash. Pros: 1. I mostly love the leash part. It has a traffic loop and a loop at the top, which is great so that you can use it as a regular leash when it's detached from the belt. The bungee is nice for shock absorption. 2. You can add attachments to the belt. We got the poop bag dispenser. 3. Seems to be pretty sturdy. None of the clips have Let me preface by saying that the description states that a person should only use this system with a leash trained dog. I gave it four stars with that in mind. My dog is not great on leash. When we run, she pulls ahead constantly, so keep that in mind when you're making your decision. For reference, my dog is 35 pounds. We run and hike with this leash. Pros: 1. I mostly love the leash part. It has a traffic loop and a loop at the top, which is great so that you can use it as a regular leash when it's detached from the belt. The bungee is nice for shock absorption. 2. You can add attachments to the belt. We got the poop bag dispenser. 3. Seems to be pretty sturdy. None of the clips have broken, and nothing has frayed after a couple months of use. 4. I really like that the leash is not static. It can easily move along the belt with the dog, so I'm not having to turn in circles when she goes to a different side. Cons: 1. The leash is not adjustable. We had one before that you could shorten and lengthen, but this one is a set length. For my needs, this one is too long. I have use the traffic handle to rein her in every time we pass by another person. 2. The belt doesn't stay put. As I said, my dog pulls, and the belt becomes too loose. I have to adjust it constantly. 3. The belt also rides up. If you like your belt up on your waist, you may not have a problem. I prefer mine down low on my hips, and this will not stay in place. … more

Wanted to try hands free leash to run with my dog. Love the concept, but this leash definitely has issues. First the pin in the connector to the harness broke in the first week and I now have to stick my fingernail in the and push down in order to get it to release. Also, the adjustable strap that goes around my waist keeps adjusting while I’m running. I have to readjust about every mile. Those two things aside, I like it.

I originally bought a single hands free Tuff Muff for one of our dogs so that we could go snowshoeing and cross country skiing while our other dog can be trusted to be off leash. We loved it so much that we then bought the double Tuff Mutt to walk them on icy sidewalks so that we didn't have to navigate the paths with two dogs going in two directions on two leashes. The leashes are sturdy and it has made our outdoor activities far more pleasant. Thanks for a great product!

I really liked this leash while I had it. Good length so very rarely got under my dogs legs. Unfortunately on my run today, just over a month after purchase, the clip to the collar broke off and I had to chase after my loose dog. Maybe I got a dud? The leash and belt are still in great condition.

This is absolutely PERFECT for the hiking that we do and for our 12 year old dog (that still has the energy of a 2 year old!). Did have to get an extender, which provided her with an additional (~arm's length) distance for sniffing room. Allows me to have my hands free to use my walking sticks or take pictures and still be able to reel her in if necessary. Love it!

Okay, so I don’t usually review things, but I love this leash so much I’m actually going to do it. I have a 6 year old American Staffordshire Terrier/Boxer mix who I adopted about three years ago. He is high energy, high intelligence, and insanely curious. Any time we would walk or run, he would get a bit distracted and pull to trail a scent. This isn’t really an issue as much anymore with training, but we live in a big city and there is a LOT going on at all times. So he gets a lot of stimulation on walks. This being said, I have bad shoulders due to military service. When I adopted Bourbon, it was actually painful to train him how to walk properly on the lead. I got there eventually but there Okay, so I don’t usually review things, but I love this leash so much I’m actually going to do it. I have a 6 year old American Staffordshire Terrier/Boxer mix who I adopted about three years ago. He is high energy, high intelligence, and insanely curious. Any time we would walk or run, he would get a bit distracted and pull to trail a scent. This isn’t really an issue as much anymore with training, but we live in a big city and there is a LOT going on at all times. So he gets a lot of stimulation on walks. This being said, I have bad shoulders due to military service. When I adopted Bourbon, it was actually painful to train him how to walk properly on the lead. I got there eventually but there are still hiccups. I WISH I would have found this sooner or had someone recommend it to me. This leash really helps relieve my shoulders from the jerking of a hyper dog when running or walking and actually helps me use my center of balance to keep better control. The bungee of the leash ensures that jerking is no longer even a thought in my head! It’s adjustable so it fits my 130lbs 5’2 frame just as well as my best friends 210lbs 6’2 frame. I can finally enjoy my high energy burning activities with my pup without pain! … more

I bought this to use while running with my dog. She’s pretty obedient and responsive on leash, but I was afraid of using something like this because I had visions of her pulling me over if she saw a deer and bolted. Well. 40 lbs isn’t going to do much when strapped to the trunk of a 140 lb human. I actually feel safer with her strapped to my waist than I do a leash in my hand. The grab loop is also fairly easily accessible if I should need to reel her in a bit. I’m a big fan of this and wish I had ordered it sooner!! I’ve really enjoyed the freedom this has given me when I hit the road and trail with my best friend.

I got this to walk my 60lb Pitbull. He is a puller and I had developed pain my arm from him. I was hesitant at first thinking it wouldn't be strong enough for him but I was wrong. He took to the lead right away and the bungy action slows him down while I catch up with him when we jog. It's sturdy and the two hand holds allows me to pull him close when other dogs come by or I need to redirect him. Sorry I waited so long to get one of these.

I bought this leash for my husband for Christmas as he just started running with our dog. He has been very impressed with the fit and utility of the leash. He says the bungee is great and it makes for seamless runs.