Dogmatic FreeLeash Hands-Free Leash System

by Dogmatic

Product Features

• Take relaxing walks with your dog, while keeping both hands free
• Enjoying nature with your pet has never been more comfortable
• Elasticized belt fits waists up to 42 inches
• Great for those suffering from arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome
• Includes water bottle holder and pouch for keys

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.1 x 3.5 x 0.8 inches ; 1.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002SF2QW
• Item model number: 300
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #31,525 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
  • #25 in Pet Supplies > Dogs > Collars, Harnesses & Leashes > Leashes > Hands Free Leashes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Enjoy invigorating nature hikes or brisk walks to the corner store with your dog, while keeping your hands free. The dual-patented Dogmatic FreeLeash Hands-Free Leash System includes a comfortable elasticized belt with a horizontally rotating sheath. Attach the included leash to the belt’s sheath, and your dog will have controlled freedom of movement that leaves your hands free of tugs. The leash will never tangle, no matter which direction your dog goes. A triple-shock bungee absorbs any tugs or pulls for a smooth ride. FreeLeash is especially great for those suffering from arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome. Reflective striping on the front and back helps protect you during night walks. Padding in the belt’s rear alleviates lower back stress. Carry your water bottle or doggie treats in the washable cinch-top holder. An additional pouch lets you carry your keys, cash, or cell phone. Belt stretches up to 42 inches. Rugged leash extends up to 5.5 feet.

Product Description

Freeleash Hands Free Leash. The patented, ergonomic, fully adjustable system for walking, running, or performing other activities with your dog.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

46 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Looks Great, Not What I Wanted Though. . ., July 15, 2006

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stacythetrainer "Stacy" (Arlington, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Dogmatic FreeLeash Hands-Free Leash System (Misc.)

I am a dog trainer by trade and I own four dogs of my own. I loved the idea of this leash, also because I hoped to get extensions so that I could have all four of my dogs on the same belt and still have my hands free.

Well after purchasing this and trying it out on just one of my dogs I realized that I'm not so pleased with it. The elastic stretches so much that the dog almost comes too far away from your waist.

The adjustment on the belt is not too high-tech and I had to make my own way to keep all the excess belt from dangling and being in the way.

I hate the bungee leash it comes with and ended up using one of my own personal leashes. The bungee allows too much freedom for the dog to "bounce" out and then back. It's more annoying than anything.

I may try the Buddy System and see how they compare. . . .

27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars great idea, cheaply made, June 4, 2006

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Bettina Higdon - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dogmatic FreeLeash Hands-Free Leash System (Misc.)

I liked the idea of what the hands free leash offered but it broke the second time i used it and my dog only weighs 19 pounds. The clips that hold it together aren't made of strong metal and with little tension and pull it snaped at the part that connects your dog to the belt. the belt is quite comfortable and it does have pockets to hold items which is nice. for this product to truly work you have to add your own little upgrads such as putting metal clips on.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Dangerous!, January 3, 2010

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Samantha Chaintreuil (Lee Center, NY United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dogmatic FreeLeash Hands-Free Leash System (Misc.)

1/6/10 Update: So only a couple days after writing this review the thing bit the dust. While jogging along at a rather slow pace I slipped and came to a complete stop and when my dog hit the end of the stretchy leash the metal plate that the swivel is attached to went flying off the belt and smacked into my dog. Like the belt buckle, the edges on this metal piece are pretty heavy/sharp and thanks to the bungy leash it hit him pretty hard. Thankfully my dog has a nice shaggy winter coat so no real harm was done, just freaked him and me out. I can no longer recommend this leash system at all. It could be incredibly dangerous if it had managed to hit him in the face/eye.


I actually picked this up at a discount store for less than 10 bucks, figured I wasn't going to be losing out a whole lot if it didn't work. I ended up chopping off a couple feet of the leash because I intend to use it with a dog coupler that is about 2.5 feet long and it would have been too cumbersome. I find the belt to be more comfortable when I fit it much lower than they are showing on the box; I keep it down on my hips. The clasp for the belt is a very heavy metal one and can be a bit sharp so you want to be careful when clipping it. So far I have found the velcro that adjusts the belt to be extremely strong but I've only been using this for a few weeks. It is nice that the leash clips off in case you need some extra control and the swivel keeps you from getting completely tangled. I have been using it with my two dogs who are about 70 and 80 pounds and haven't had any problems with the belt breaking away or swivels snapping as I've read in other reviews. I probably wouldn't recommend this for someone with a very unruly large dog.