Hi Becks
Like all things, in the beginning when they are brand new they do take a little use to "Wear In". I have now been using Snazzy Pooch Leads exclusively for my dogs for about 3 1/2 years now and find that they give the little extra support under the chin that allows for great confirmation that I needed. My leads are extremely soft now days but it take a little work to wear them in. A trick the girls told me was to roll the band over your fingers just like you would do to soften up a piece of leather - it works a treat. As I have said previously, I would would recommend them to anyone!
I had purchased the satin ribbon neck bands in the past and found that no longer than 3 weeks and all the edges started to frey.
I just find that the leads I have purchased from Snazzy Pooch to be the best I have used by far and still looks fantastic 3 1/2 years later! Although I must say I would love to get some more leads with their fantastic new beads and new leather range!
Sevannah