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Originally Posted by ironmike86  Fwiw. long retractable leashes aren't good. If another dog comes up it's hard to get them back. Some ppl like there dogs to walk ahead. But I train my to always walk by my side. Never let them in front. Thats how I was taught to train my dogs. But alot off ppl like to use them. If your dog is 10 feet away and a big Lab or Pitbull comes it's hard to get them back. Just make sure your in a safe area JMO |
I think it is a good reminder to always be cognizant of your surroundings and choose appropriate leashes for the location. We use short 4' leashes for sidewalk walking in busy areas, 6' leashes for the neighborhood when I have 1 dog, and 30' leashes for open areas where I feel safe.
Max walked at my side for the first year. Now I'm happy as long as he doesn't pull.
