The appearance of a charming puppy in the house brings with it a lot of bright emotions and pleasant worries. You need to choose a name for a four-legged friend, organize the right food and a cozy place, and train them to walk outside. If you are walking a pet you plan in crowded places - you need to take care of the leash for walks. There are several options for leashes; In this article we will look at how to choose the right roulette for your dog.
Device leash-tape measure for dogs
Leash-roulette is an improved version of the conventional leash, to which a spring-loaded handle is added. Thanks to the spring mechanism, the leash can unwind or wind down depending on the actions of your pet. On the handle (casing) is a button that allows you to fix the length of the leash. Thus, your dog can safely retire or approach, being under your control. In some models of roulettes there is a safety loop on the case from accidental fall of the tape measure.
The length of the leash is on average 3-8 meters. For urban conditions, the optimal length is 5 meters. But here it is also necessary to take into account the size of the dog, its height and conditions of walking.
Types of leashes for dogs
Based on the material of the leash, there are two types of roulettes:
- cable (string);
- belt (belt).
Cable leads are recommended for small pets, they simply fold and are rarely tangled. The minus of the cord lead is that when it is sharply curled, you can get a burn in an open area of the skin. Belt roulette leash is suitable for large dogs. The belt in such a tape measure can be twisted, because of this there are difficulties in its winding. There is another type of leash - a rope tape with a ribbon in the carbine area. In this case, the possibility of burn due to the tape is excluded, and only the cable part is folded.
Choosing a leash-tape for dogs of different sizes
Buying a leash-roulette, in the first place are guided by the weight and dimensions of a four-legged friend. This takes into account not just the weight of the dog, but the weight of the tension, i.e. To the actual weight of the dog add 5-10 kg and get the necessary index. Thus, the following sizes are distinguished: mini, small, medium, large and giant.
For dogs of small breeds, the leash-roulette should be of appropriate size and light weight, so that in the event of a fall the handle does not hurt your pet. And for large dogs, choose more reliable roulette leashes with a metal carbine. For convenience, give preference to a rubberized handle that will not slip out of hand all the time.
If several puppies live in your house, you can buy a special rope-leash for two dogs. This roulette consists of a body and two leashes attached to it. Sometimes in a roulette for two dogs a rotational mechanism is provided for less tangling of leashes. But if your pets are active enough - leashes will still be confused.
Tips for buying and operating a leash-roulette
- Choose a roulette leash for the dog based on its current, rather than future weight and size.
- The size of the handle must match your palm for comfortable roulette use.
- Never grasp the cord of the lead and do not wind it around your arm to avoid injury.
- When walking near a road, leave no more than 2 meters of a leash for your pet.
- Regularly check the integrity of the leash and the collar for the dog.
- Wipe the soiled or damp leash with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
- Do not trust roulette for children, as this is very dangerous for them and your pet.
- Do not disassemble the case of roulette yourself, it is better to consult specialists.