A retractable dog leash is essentially a big leash in a small package. "It has the option to extend up to around 20 feet or ...

Retractable dog leashes are great... or are they? When they're properly used, retractable dog leashes can provide an outlet ...

Baker prefers a standard 4- to 6-foot-long leather leash for dog walking. She recommends avoiding retractable leashes, which present a variety of safety concerns for both dogs and their walkers.

Pro Tip: “Whenever the dog pulls (the leash goes taut), immediately stop walking or turn and walk in the opposite direction.

Professional dog trainer and behavioral consultant Amelia Steele, or Amelia the Dog Trainer, has laid out three invaluable ...

We are beginning the year with the most common questions about taking care of dogs. Thank you for all your questions last ...

Young dogs are often bursting with energy, and their exuberance can manifest through jumping and pulling forcefully on walks. Their sudden sprint forward may be a way of releasing pent-up energy ...

First, get a nylon leash. Those ghastly retractable leashes are dangerous for you and your dog. Clip the leash on your dog while you are inside. If she is not chewing on the leash, and has your ...