Customer Reviews

Bamboo Medium Quick Control Collar with Built-In Leash, Black

5 star:		(8)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

When I first saw this collar I thought that it would be very handy to have a collar with a built-in leash. Ultimately, I bought it because of the built-in leash feature. However, that is not why I ended up liking the collar.

- The collar looks good. It comes in an array of vibrant colours and the details (from the reflective stitching to the silver bones) look sharp. This collar has gotten a lot of compliments from other dog owners.
- At a little over 1" wide, the collar is wider than a lot of the collars I've found that fit my dog's narrow neck. (Usually, collars that fit his neck are 3/4" or less in width). I like wider collars because any pressure on the dog's neck from pulling is spread out over a wider surface. When my dog does forget his manners and pulls he does not make a choking sound.
- This collar has some weight to it and is durable. Dog owners are likely familiar with "zoomies"--where a dog zooms around an area at top speeds. My dog has done spontaneous "zoomies" on-leash and snapped other collars in half. While I'm glad he didn't hurt his neck I am horrified by the fact that this happened by a busy intersection. This collar has stood up to spontaneous "zoomies" sessions and other dogs biting on the collar with no apparent damage.
- Under the handle of the built-in leash is a transparent plastic pocket. It can hold your contact information, should your dog become lost.

Unfortunately...
- This collar's built-in leash is NOT very useful. The leash is really just a handle (albeit a comfy one) with short, elastic straps tucked inside the collar. You have to apply a LOT of force to pull the leash out in the first place. Eventually the elasticity will wear out, leaving you with a collar that has a funny handle hanging limply on the side. The built-in leash was a great idea, but poorly executed.
- The small, plastic pocket that can hold your contact info is poorly placed. This important contact info is hidden under a handle. It is unlikely that someone will think to look for contact info under the handle, should your dog get lost and then found. Also, I have twice now caught my fingers on the edge as I grabbed the handle. In addition to brief discomfort to my fingers, I have bent the plastic holding my contact info and made it less secure.
- Owners of smaller dogs may not appreciate the weight and bulk of this collar.

I do like this collar, but I won't be relying on it to help me get my dog back in the event that he's lost. Nor will I rely on the built-in leash for quick control.

I bought this collar to hold onto my dog when people came to the door.The handle works quite well but the overall feel of the collar is bulky. It has a very large buckle and the handle makes it very thick. It may look better on a large dog but it was too much for my medium dog. My other complaint was that the colored edging began to fray within the week and then unravelled. I had to return it and I am disappointed as it looked like a good idea.

I bought this collar to be able to easily control my dog, who gets excited when guests arrive. Now, I can simply hold the handle until my guests get settled and then release it when he is calm. It is a nice thick strong collar too.

Im glad I didn't pay full price. The collar is bulky and heavy. The built-in leash lost elasticity after a few pulls. More suitable for large dogs.

Its a good collar, the buckle does stick out a little, I worry it will get caught on something, so I keep the collar pretty lose and well the silly girl can pull her head out if she backs up and we're holding on.

We like the collar for it's purpose. The handle is a great feature! Our dog seems to have springs on her feet. So being able to hold on to something besides her collar herself and choking her is wonderful. BUT! The appearance isn't holding up. The plastic tag inside for her information has worn off completely and just like some of the other reviews... yes it frays. This is an expensive collar for how often it will need replaced in the future.

I'm 50/50.

Our nine month old golden retriever died last night because she was wrestling with her brother. His jaw got tangled in the elastic strap and it strangled her. So upsetting.

We've used this brand of collar since we adopted our dog almost 4 years ago. They are extremely well made, the buckle is nice and substantial unlike many collars we've looked at and the quick control collar is really useful for times when someone is at the door and he's trying to greet them!

We use this collar on a siberian huskie. The construction is very high quality and will last a long time. The color will fade in time especially if washed. The built in hand leash on the collar is a great feature but we don't use it much with our Dog. The reflective stitching is an excellent touch for night walking. I'd recommend this collar for heavier mid-large size dogs.

I bought one of these collars SEVERAL years ago at a close-out type store because I needed a collar for a growing Airdale Shepherd mix not realizing just how great a find it was! All I knew was that it was the right size, seemed sturdy and it was pink. She wore it for years and finally needed it replaced and I couldn't find one anywhere locally. I was so glad to find it through Amazon. I LOVE this collar - the built-in leash/handle makes it so easy to have, as it claims, "quick control" of the dog at all times. If we are walking and she sees her favorite squirrel, I can just take hold of the built-in leash and get her focused back where she needs to be. It's especially handy when someone comes to the door. She normally is good and will wait, but there are times she may get too excited and I can just reach out and get the built-in leash and not strain the collar around her neck. No looking around for where there might be a leash close by. With "traditional" collars, it's possible for the dog to slip out of it if you try to hold on to them by the collar when they are straining. Not so with these. The collar stays in place and the handle extends giving you control and keeping the collar securely on the dog. I hope they never stop making these collars! My son just got a Norwegian Elkhound puppy and I told him where I was able to purchase the collar and suggested he plan to get a couple different sizes to have on hand as she grows. For medium to large dogs these collars are a must have!