Spudd Posted January 12, 2011 Share Posted January 12, 2011 (edited) Hi guys, has any one tried the EzyDog Cujo Lead? it's a stretchy one kind of like a bungy rope? I was wondering if you liked it or not and if it is OK to use with Martingale collar? or a harness? Edited January 14, 2011 by Spudd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kavik Posted January 12, 2011 Share Posted January 12, 2011 I personally don't like the stretchy/bungy type leads as I like to know exactly how far the lead will reach,and I don't like how they feel, but each to their own Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Rusty Bucket Posted January 12, 2011 Share Posted January 12, 2011 (edited) I think the bungee leads can be a bit easier on an owner's shoulders if they have a pulling dog. But better to teach the dog not to pull. I don't think they stretch very much - depends on how they're made I suppose. Not nearly as scary as an out of control dog with a retractable lead (one of those things that coils into a handle). I'm not sure that a bungee lead would be as useful for giving "pop pop pop" type lead corrections - because the "pop" would be reduced by the shock absorber effect. So martingale would not be as useful. I don't do pops with a front-attach harness, can't see the point of a bungee with a harness either. Edited January 12, 2011 by Mrs Rusty Bucket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spudd Posted January 12, 2011 Author Share Posted January 12, 2011 I personally don't like the stretchy/bungy type leads as I like to know exactly how far the lead will reach,and I don't like how they feel, but each to their own I'm getting it pretty cheap so will see how we go. the 64cm one is 15cm stretch. I bet it feels funny.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Fox Posted January 12, 2011 Share Posted January 12, 2011 Hi guys, has any one tried the EzyDog Cujo Lead? it's a stretchy one kind of like a bungy rope?I was wondering if you liked it or not and if it is OK to use with Martingale collar? or a harness? I have one. Bought it when my dog was a little puppy (impulse purchase at the vets lol) and found it completely useless. Not a leash that you have any control with, it would be pointless to use with a martingale collar as you can't effectively correct with it, not a particularly comfortable leash to handle either (well the handle is okay but the rest is very rough and rope like). Perhaps it would be okay with a harness for a dog that walks perfectly on leash 100% of the time... If you are after a good quality leash try something like this: http://www.k9pro.com.au/categories/Leashes...er-Leash-Range/ or http://www.k9pro.com.au/categories/Leashes...on-Leash-Range/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted January 12, 2011 Share Posted January 12, 2011 I would never recommend a stretchy lead. Better to fit a corrective harness than to tolerate pulling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Clover Posted January 12, 2011 Share Posted January 12, 2011 Yep they are no good for giving corrections or having any control over a dog. I do have one for Flyball (which i use very rarely). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erny Posted January 12, 2011 Share Posted January 12, 2011 I personally don't like the stretchy/bungy type leads as I like to know exactly how far the lead will reach,and I don't like how they feel, but each to their own Same here. For me, a leash 'talks' to me through my hand and vice versa. Perhaps that's a bit reminiscent of my horse riding days and reins. I couldn't 'talk' with a lead that has stretch in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starkehre Posted January 12, 2011 Share Posted January 12, 2011 (edited) I personally don't like the stretchy/bungy type leads as I like to know exactly how far the lead will reach,and I don't like how they feel, but each to their own Same here. For me, a leash 'talks' to me through my hand and vice versa. Perhaps that's a bit reminiscent of my horse riding days and reins. I couldn't 'talk' with a lead that has stretch in it. + 1 I am a "horsey" too and feel the same way about leads as Erny does. I am constantly having "chats" with my dog via it's lead... half holts, checking in, gentle reminders, most of these are so subliminal they would not even be noticed by anyone looking and all of these are before we even get to nice sharp pops. None of this can be achieved with the stretchy lead. I hate those stretchy leads, no control IMO... but it all depends on what you want from your dog... horses for courses Edited January 12, 2011 by dyzney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raineth Posted January 12, 2011 Share Posted January 12, 2011 I recently looked after my brother's dog and he has a strechy leash. He's a little bit of a puller because my brother normally walks at a really fast pace and I couldn't do that because we had the kids with us. Anyway I was always nervous everytime the lead streched that it would break like a rubber band and we'd all get dreadful whip-lash! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spudd Posted January 13, 2011 Author Share Posted January 13, 2011 (edited) Thanks for your opinions guys. I have been reading customer's reviews on different websites where they sell those leads and most people say those leads are for dogs with lazy owners that never taught their dogs not to pull. It just makes walks easier for those people. The dogs still pull but it is easier on the owner's shoulder. I have been teaching my 4 months old Bully to heel (using a normal 1 meter long lead and rewards) and we are getting there. We are starting obedience classes next week Edited January 13, 2011 by Spudd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cointreau Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 Used one with my old Dane and it was a good lead, she didn't pull at all and I could take it to the beach and the clip never rusted or got clogged with sand. My new Dane was 9 months old when I got her and the stretchy bit broke in the lead when she pulled once too often, I tried another one on her and she broke it too. Would never buy another one again except to use at the beach or for regular water use. I'd keep going with your pup the way you are, the stretchy leads do help prevent jarring of shoulders but will never replace proper training. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austerra Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 I love mine, had it for years, mine has the neoprene loop handle which is very comfortable, not the triangular hard one. I find it has minimal stretch (if any) and I walk my two kelpies on it with a coupler. The Ezydog harnesses are a great fit on most dogs too. Definitely don't think much of their collars though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spudd Posted January 13, 2011 Author Share Posted January 13, 2011 I put the stretchy lead away, will use it later on (for activities like bike riding, running, etc) once Spudd is trained to stay close while walking and not pull. (he is pretty good when it's only me and him but when other people join us, it makes it harder). The Ezydog harnesses are a great fit on most dogs too. Definitely don't think much of their collars though. I didn't like the collars neither. The harnesses are great buy i have already ordered one from a website called english-bull-terrier-dog-breed-store.com It is made for tracking and security work so better be a good harness :D Tnanks guys for your opinions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polgara's Shadow Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 I love the bungee lead for me... but not for the pup. It has a comfy handle and takes the jolt out when he suddenly decides to sniff something. I bought it because he was pulling and I thought it might help - I expected him to start to feel the tension increasing and that this would be a signal for him to pull less. WRONG! It encouraged him to pull even more, probably because it was comfier and because I could no longer give him a correction through the lead. I consider it a failed experiment - we are back to standard leads, corrections when needed and consistency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 I love mine, had it for years, mine has the neoprene loop handle which is very comfortable, not the triangular hard one. I find it has minimal stretch (if any) and I walk my two kelpies on it with a coupler. The Ezydog harnesses are a great fit on most dogs too. Definitely don't think much of their collars though. I love the Ezydog collars.. the poodles got new ones for Christmas! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KumaAkita Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 I love mine, had it for years, mine has the neoprene loop handle which is very comfortable, not the triangular hard one. I find it has minimal stretch (if any) and I walk my two kelpies on it with a coupler. The Ezydog harnesses are a great fit on most dogs too. Definitely don't think much of their collars though. I love the Ezydog collars.. the poodles got new ones for Christmas! I just got Kuma an EzyDog collar and have their limited slip one on back order. It's awesome... The neoprene is better on his ruff fur than others. Can those who don't like them explain what they don't like? Just curious... I was considering ordering a bungee lead but got the soft trainer instead, by the sounds of it I made the right decision. Again the neoprene handle is soft on my fingies! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 I couldn't use anything after having good quality leather leashes for the last five or so years. They are just so nice to use and last forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spudd Posted January 14, 2011 Author Share Posted January 14, 2011 I love the bungee lead for me... but not for the pup. It has a comfy handle and takes the jolt out when he suddenly decides to sniff something. I bought it because he was pulling and I thought it might help - I expected him to start to feel the tension increasing and that this would be a signal for him to pull less. WRONG!It encouraged him to pull even more, probably because it was comfier and because I could no longer give him a correction through the lead. I consider it a failed experiment - we are back to standard leads, corrections when needed and consistency. I agree some people buy those leads because they were too lazy to train their dogs to heel and stay close on a loose lead or tried to train but with no luck and they buy it because it makes it easier to walk their pulling dogs, the dogs still pull but it is easier on people's arms/shoulders. I think if the dog is trained to heel and stay close, the bungy like lead would be perfect for running and push bike riding. as I said before, i have put it away and am training Spudd using a standard lead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spudd Posted January 14, 2011 Author Share Posted January 14, 2011 (edited) I love mine, had it for years, mine has the neoprene loop handle which is very comfortable, not the triangular hard one. I find it has minimal stretch (if any) and I walk my two kelpies on it with a coupler. The Ezydog harnesses are a great fit on most dogs too. Definitely don't think much of their collars though. I love the Ezydog collars.. the poodles got new ones for Christmas! I just got Kuma an EzyDog collar and have their limited slip one on back order. It's awesome... The neoprene is better on his ruff fur than others. Can those who don't like them explain what they don't like? Just curious... I was considering ordering a bungee lead but got the soft trainer instead, by the sounds of it I made the right decision. Again the neoprene handle is soft on my fingies! I shouldn't have said i don't like the EzyDog collars (in the picture below) because i never actually tried them but i don't think the clips would be strong enough and could brake easily if you accidently step on it? I love the colours and that they are waterproof tho. Edited January 14, 2011 by Spudd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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