Customer Reviews

Petmate Walkabout Retractable Leash, Large, Black

5 star:		(6)
4 star:		(5)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(3)
1 star:		(4)

 

 

This is the ultimate retractable leash. The grip is exceptionally comfortable compared to other leashes, the cord is superior to the ribbon found on most leashes because it is less susceptible to damage from dog biting and tearing, and the trigger-stop is more ergonomic than the more common thumb-stop. We walk 2 "fiercely determined" bulldogs and have now ordered a second Aspen leash. My wife still suffers from damage to her thumb from repetitive use of the thumb-stop on our old leash. We know from experience that both cord and ribbon leashes can cause burns to unprotected legs.

I ordered two of these leashes, and I was going to return them as soon as I opened the first package. It felt way too light and flimsy to handle either of my dobermans at 95 and 75 lbs. But I was in a pinch so I began using them, and I was pleasantly suprised. They reel in and out very smoothly and the trigger-type stop is much easier to use than other leashes with the top-mounted stop. They are quite comfortable to hold and don't dig into the palm of your hand when your normally-well-trained doggie takes a sudden detour. The only drawback for me is that the handles are thick (partly what makes them comfortable) and it is difficult to hold two leashes--or one leash and a cell phone, coffee cup, etc.--in one hand (when you need a free hand for pooper-scooper duties). My hands are fairly small, but even my husband who has average-sized hands has some trouble. Overall I am pleased with the purchase.

This is a great product at a great price. I priced the same leash at Petco at twice the price.

Owned it for 6 months and then it wouldn't retract. I thought paying a little more would give me quality but no it did not. I have a ten pound puppy and it broke. Never again will I purchase this product.

I like this leash - I really do. It's great - the only thing I don't like is how it keeps sticking. It's usually when I have to have the dog on a shorter length while crossing the road - I click the trigger and get to the other side and it won't move. I stand there fiddling with the thing for ever and give up and then some how after letting it set for a 1/2 hour I can get it to go again - which doesn't help our walk.

I have had these leashes for 4 years and am very happy with them. They have held up with our flat coat retriever and now our german shepard. The previous reviewer may have "dog control" issues - as long as the dog is in front of you - no rope burns for them or YOU are likely!

I've been using this leash for over 6 years now. I had to replace it once due to my dog chewing through the rope. The grip is comfortable and I like the rope leash more than the others that have a ribbon style leash. The only problem I've encountered is when my dog lunges forward at something, the leash seems to get jammed and won't retract. Otherwise, it is perfect!

I am shopping on Amazon for another Petmate Walkabout leash after mine has finally died after seven years. The leash retracts easily and the trigger action and locking mechanism work perfectly.

had this leash for a few months to walk a 40 pound dog. It was great until the leash broke in the middle of a walk. Compared to my previous leash that was cheaper and lasted 2 years, this is a disappointment.

My puppy could have been killed when the leash snapped the second time I used this. Petmate offered to send me a new leash and it has been one month and they have not sent me anything yet. Do not use this product. It is dangerous!