Once your puppy has completed it full course of vaccinations it will be able to go out for walks. All dogs love going out for long walks and exercising your dog regularly will ensure that it remain fit and health and leads a long life, plus in addition it will keep your vets bills low. Taking your dog for a walk is an inexpensive exercise all you need to do is simply purchase a suitable dog leash. In this article we will take a quick look at the option available to you when it comes to choosing a dog lead.
Firstly you may wish to consider a traditional lead such as a rope lead. These leads attach directly to the collar and are of fixed length. The beauty with these leads is that at all times you know at what distance your dog is from you. However this reassurance can also be restricting when you reach an area that you feel is safe for your pet to roam and wish that the lead was a little bit longer so your dog could explore.
Alternatively you could opt to buy an extendable dog lead otherwise known as a retractable dog lead. The great thing about taking your dog out for a walk with an extendable dog lead is that you can give your dog extra freedom to roam compared to more traditional leashes. Moreover this type of lead allows you to keep full control of your dog at all times while it is enjoying the feeling of freedom. If you sense danger ahead or are walking close to a road you can retract the lead and keep your pet at your heel, however when you reach an area of safety such as a park or an open space you can release the catch on the lead and let your dog wander further away from you. With the extendable lead you have many options.
As you can see there are several options when it comes to selecting the best leash for your dog. You may even get to a stage where your pet is so well trained that you feel that you can let them go for walks with you without a lead. Always remember to get a suitable collar for your dog too, because even the best lead in the world isn't any good without a suitable collar to attach it to.