I have owned dogs for about 13 years now. And I distinctly remember alway trying to find the perfect accessory!
Now, I have to honour of actually providing premium dog gear.
From my experience, the perfect dog leash is always a different one depending on what you are doing and where you are at. Not only the model and style but also the material used.
As I have started my endeavour into this world working with paracord, I will start to relay my ideas about this first.
Paracord leashes :
Pro:
- long lasting, long life, very durable
- strength is the biggest caracteristic. The only weak point is the carabiner ( so for strong dogs we recommend Auto-lock carabiner )
- very customizable ( colors, length, model)
- it can and should be machine washed
Cons:
- needs to be washed and dried properly. ( ex. Not suitable as a dog collar for all time outside dogs )
- heavier than PPM cord
PPM cord
PPM cord came afterwards into our "family" and it revolutionised our view about Loop leashes.
I recommend PPM cord to anyone that has an adventure dog. Anyone that is active or has a puppy, or is out and about often .
Pros:
- very light-weight, doesn't occupy a lot of space.
- needs less maintenance than paracord
- super strong and versatile
- i love that rings go on knots and can be moved up and down and adjust to everyone's needs.
- it can and shoot be machine washed
Con:
- can't think of one 😅
And the Biothane...
I was introduced to Bio from the horse world. And I have always known it as a Leather replacement.
Pro :
- waterproof
- stink proof
- mud proof
Cons :
- not so light
- not super good for chewers
Hexa Biothane
Not long ago I started taking Hexa Biothane orders, and testing it ourselves as well. We are very impressed by this material and I personally think it has a lot to offer.
Pro :
- waterproof
- stink proof
- mud proof
- lighter than Biothane
- more flexible than Biothane
- better on the hands than Biothane
- more afordable
The ultimate swamp monster leash and material !
Cons :
-
not as resistant as Biothane
- Breaking Strength for standard Bio: 454 kg vs. for Hexa Bio: 250 kg.
- not super good for chewers
- not as many color choices - if that can be a con
Cotton Rope
Recently we also discovered the perfect urban dog material for leashes - Cotton Rope.
Pro:
- very very soft and easy on the hands
- bio and eco friendly
- comes in lovely colors
Cons:
- can not be left wet - it will mold !
- can not be machine washed
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Very very true all of it. I walk my dogs since 2004. I never had dog accesories like yours. Very soft material, strong, durable and you have a lot of colors which make some of us insane with them. I love biothane the most because I have a dog who enjoy the grass very much and we spend time outside all of the year and wheather, so I needed something to wash it fast and not stay wet. I simply love the paracord with all the combination posible. Now I can’t wait to walk my dog with the cotton rope leash. 🥰 Thank you so much for being in our lives!