I think the larger ones have a "tape" that shows the first 18 inches or so, and that won't retract into the handle, after about 18 inches, it's cord. I would look for the type that fit my hand, and also the type that you can lock and use as a regular leash. I think most of the Flexi brand leashes you can lock. I bought a small one, and it was cord all the way, but it’s really too small for my hand and I can only put two fingers into it. There was a learning curve for me, but now I can even walk two dogs with an unlocked Flexi leash. I like the Flexi leash because the dog never gets tangled in the leash, but don't give the dog too much room unless you are in a very safe area without any big dogs or cars around. |