Multi-Functional / Hands-Free Leads

The Atlas Leash™ is a super long (over 9 feet) multifunctional leash that can be configured a dozen ways. It's the most useful dog leash ever created! Discover why The Atlas Leash™ is the last leash you'll ever need to purchase. 

BLD’s special edition design supports Atlas Assistance Dogs®

We partnered with our friends at Atlas Assistance Dogs® to develop one leash that does just about everything to make life with service dogs more convenient. Specifically, a leash that can be worn to free up your hands, be short, long, and in-between.

The Atlas Leash™ is not just for service dog handlers! Anyone can enjoy the convenience and fine quality of the Swiss army knife of dog leashes.

What makes this leash so special?

1. It’s the first ever Hands-Free Leash with TWO ways to wear that fits any size person and dog: over-the-shoulder or as a belt around the waist
2. When worn over-the-shoulder, this leash has TWO length options
3. The Atlas Leash™ can be configured from EITHER END so you can find the perfect arrangement for you and your dog

• 15% of each purchase is donated to Atlas Assistance Dogs; Learn more at atlasdog.org

Info about leather and width/size can be found below, see Materials & Guarantees.

Extra size info: 

Occasionally we have awesome leather that is a little thicker or wider than our standard offerings.

M/L 9/16" (15.2 mm) is just a little wider than half-inch. It's a great width if you like a bigger/wider leash with medium hardware.

THICK: Sometimes we have extra thick leather! This heavy-weight leather offers a sturdier feel without extra width, it's close to 1/4" (6 mm) thick.

Features and Benefits

Five O-rings are strategically placed along the length of this leash to offer the most configurations possible. This means that you can take the snap at either end of the leash and clip it to any of the O-rings to make your leash nearly any length you need! “Double Up” the leash by clipping TWO rings at once for even more variations.

• 112 inches (2.85 meters) in overall length
• Makes a 4 ft, 6 ft, 7 ft and 8-foot-long leash
• The belt feature utilizes an adjustable-ring-fob that allows the leash adjusted to fit any size
• When worn over-the-shoulder, this leash:
• Fits people of all sizes and heights
• Can be shortened while wearing
• Use one end to create a smaller cross-body-loop with 58 inches of leash from your hip to the dog; it shortens to 23 inches
• Configure from the other end to create a larger cross-body-loop, with 54 inches of leash from your hip to the dog; it shortens to 28 inches
• Walk 2 dogs (Traffic Lead, available separately makes a great handle) 

• Use for dual-control: clip both ends to a harness (front and back); or clip one end to the regular collar, and the other end to a training harness or halter.

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The Atlas Leash™ is a super long (over 9 feet) multifunctional leash that can be configured a dozen ways. It's the most useful dog leash ever created! Discover why The Atlas Leash™ is the last leash you'll ever need to purchase. 

BLD’s special edition design supports Atlas Assistance Dogs®

We partnered with our friends at Atlas Assistance Dogs® to develop one leash that does just about everything to make life with service dogs more convenient. Specifically, a leash that can be worn to free up your hands, be short, long, and in-between. However, The Atlas Leash™ is not just for service dog handlers! Anyone can enjoy the convenience and fine quality of the Swiss army knife of dog leashes.

What makes this leash so special?

1. It’s the first ever Hands-Free Leash with TWO ways to wear that fits any size person and dog: over-the-shoulder or as a belt around the waist
2. When worn over-the-shoulder, this leash has TWO length options
3.  The Atlas Leash™ can be configured from EITHER END so you can find the perfect arrangement for you and your dog
4. 15% of every purchase supports Atlas Assistance Dogs® Learn more at Atlasdog.org

Details about our materials and width/size can be found below.

Features and Benefits

Five O-rings are strategically placed along the length of this leash to offer the most configurations possible. This means that you can take the snap at either end of the leash and clip it to any of the O-rings to make your leash nearly any length you need! “Double Up” the leash by clipping TWO rings at once for even more variations.

• 112 inches (2.85 meters) in overall length
• Makes a 4 ft, 6 ft, 7 ft and 8-foot-long leash
• The belt feature utilizes an adjustable-ring-fob that allows adjustment to fit any size waist
• When worn over-the-shoulder, this leash:
  • Fits people of all sizes and heights
  • Can be shortened while wearing
  • Use one end to create a smaller cross-body-loop with 58 inches of leash from your hip to the dog; it shortens to 23 inches
  • Configure from the other end to create a larger cross-body-loop, with 54 inches of leash from your hip to the dog; it shortens to 28 inches
• Walk 2 dogs (Traffic Lead, makes a great handle, available separately) 
• Use for dual-control: clip both ends to a harness (front and back); or clip one end to the regular collar, and the other end to a training harness or halter
  

Details about our materials and width/size can be found below.

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The 8-Way Lead™ is our most popular leash design for people who are serious about quality dog gear. This European style, multi-functional lead is so versatile it’s like having eight leashes in one!

Our 8-Way Leads features a bolt snap at each end, 3 fixed rings, and one loose ring. This leash does NOT HAVE A FIXED LOOP HANDLE, rather, it has a bolt snap at each end so you can use the leash in any configuration. This means that you can form a loop handle by clipping the bolt snap at the "handle-end" onto the first fixed ring. As with all leashes handcrafted in our own workshop.

6 ft. 8-Way Functionality Highlights

• Just over six feet long at approximately 82 inches/208 cm long from bolt snap to bolt snap.
• Can be shortened or lengthened to make variable lengths (6, 4 ½, or 3 ½ foot lead)
• Excellent as a hands-free leash that can be worn across your body by placing the leash over your shoulder (6 ft. version is approximately 4.5 ft. from your shoulder to the dog)
• Dual Control Option: you can connect one end of the leash to a training collar, and one to a regular collar
• Great for obedience training, service dogs, pet dogs, and for use with head collars or harnesses
• This multi-functional lead can be clipped to a collar or harness, or may be used as a slip-collar for effective yet gentle training

8 ft. long 8×8 Lead™

The 8 ft. long 8×8 Lead™ has all the same features, but is eight feet long with the handle configured, and approximately 105"/266 cm from bolt snap to bolt snap.

• This extra-long lead is designed for tall or larger people and/or short or small breed dogs
• It shortens to a 6, or 4 1/2-foot lead
• When worn hands-free over the shoulder, it’s approximately 6 ft. from your shoulder to the dog

Info about our leather and width/size can be found below, see Materials & Guarantees.

Extra size info:

Occasionally we have awesome leather that is a little thicker or wider than our standard offerings.

M/L 9/16" (15.2 mm) is just a little wider than half-inch. It's a great width if you like a bigger/wider leash with medium hardware.

THICK: Sometimes we have extra thick leather! This heavy-weight leather offers a sturdier feel without extra width, it's close to 1/4" (6 mm) thick.

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Other Options

Belt option: we may have a few leashes made with this option - it will be indicated if available. The adjustable belt is created with an Adjustable Ring Fob on the center segment to wear the leash around your waist.

The 8-Way Lead™ is our most popular leash design for people who are serious about quality dog gear. This European style, multi-functional lead is so versatile it’s like having eight leashes in one!

Our 8-Way Leads features a bolt snap at each end, 3 fixed rings, and one loose ring. This leash does NOT HAVE A FIXED LOOP HANDLE, rather, it has a bolt snap at each end so you can use the leash in any configuration. This means that you can form a loop handle by clipping the bolt snap at the "handle-end" onto the first fixed ring. As with all leashes handcrafted in our own workshop.

6 ft. 8-Way Functionality Highlights

• Just over six feet long at approximately 82 inches/208 cm long from bolt snap to bolt snap.
• Can be shortened or lengthened to make variable lengths (6, 4 ½, or 3 ½ foot lead)
• Excellent as a hands-free leash that can be worn across your body by placing the leash over your shoulder (6 ft. version is approximately 4.5 ft. from your shoulder to the dog)
• Dual Control Option: you can connect one end of the leash to a training collar, and one to a regular collar
• Great for obedience training, service dogs, pet dogs, and for use with head collars or harnesses
• This multi-functional lead can be clipped to a collar or harness, or may be used as a slip-collar for effective yet gentle training

8 ft. long 8×8 Lead™ has all the same features, but is eight feet long with the handle configured, and approximately 105"/266 cm from bolt snap to bolt snap.

• This extra-long lead is designed for tall or larger people and/or short or small breed dogs
• It shortens to a 6, or 4 1/2-foot lead
• When worn hands-free over the shoulder, it’s approximately 6 ft. from your shoulder to the dog

Info about our leather and width/size can be found below

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This is THE OFFICIAL guide dog leash specifically designed for guide dog users and is trusted by some of the best-known guide dog training schools in the country.

BLD’s Guide Dog Lead is a 2-position multi-functional leash and is a perfect choice for anyone who prefers a simple, versatile, yet no-nonsense leash. This leash has bolt snaps on each end and can be configured into a long and short length.

Our Guide Dog Leads are crafted with a special braid pattern for reliability (no rivets or stitching to wear out).

Length:

This leash is 63 inches (160 cm) in overall length including snaps and can be adjusted to make a 52 inch and 34 inch long leash (132 cm and 86 cm). 

Hardware

Hardware:

Guide Dog Leads come standard with premium stainless steel bolt snaps (shown). They are the highest quality and most reliable snaps we’ve found. Special hardware or modification is available by request. Contact us for a custom order!

Need something different?

Custom orders are available! Guide Dog Leads can be made in other lengths, widths, and with different hardware. Contact us and let us know what you need.

Width/Size and Hardware

Material and Width Options:

• The Chestnut Guide Dog Leash comes in 9/16 inch width (14.3 mm)  medium size, stainless steel snaps at both ends. (Sometimes available with a LARGE SNAP at the dog end and medium size bolt snap at the handle end, as indicated.)
• The London Tan comes in 1/2 width (12.7 mm) and has medium size snaps solid brass snaps at both ends
• The Black latigo leather comes in 1/2 width (12.7 mm) and has medium size, stainless steel snaps at both ends

CHESTNUT English Bridle Leather in 9/16 inch width (14.3 mm) Chestnut is a rich red-ish brown color, and the texture and feel of English bridle leather is of unmistakable quality. It has the same characteristics as our London Tan. All hardware is stainless steel.

Our English Bridle Leather in LONDON TAN in 1/2 width has a supple, satin-smooth finish and satisfying hand feel that is simply unmatched. This high-end leather in London Tan, cherished in the 19th century for the finest horse tack, ages to a warm patina while keeping its light brown and orange tones. This full grain leather is 100% veg tanned with no metals or harsh chemicals from only the best North American cow hides. (“English” refers to the style of tanning rather than a location. Solid brass (gold colored) hardware is standard.

Our lovely BLACK LATIGO leather is solid black, and superior to ordinary leashes in texture and quality, cut from select from USA hides. It is incredibly durable, yet is very flexible. Feels great in your hands and will simply get better with age. 

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This is THE OFFICIAL guide dog leash specifically designed for guide dog users and is trusted by some of the best-known guide dog training schools in the country.

BLD’s Guide Dog Lead is a 2-position multi-functional leash and is a perfect choice for anyone who prefers a versatile yet no-nonsense leash. 

We designed this leash for use with a dog in harness, but it’s convenient features make it a great every day leash for walks, training, etc. The longer length is just right for leisurely walks, relaxing, or relieving. The short position is ideal for use with a guide harness handle. This versatile leash also can be used as a tie down by looping around a post.

• 63 inches (160 cm) in overall length including snaps
• Configures to make a 52 inch and 34 inch long leash (132 cm and 86 cm). 

Need something different?

Custom orders are available! Guide Dog Leads can be made in other lengths, widths, and with different hardware. Contact us and let us know what you need.

Material & Hardware Options

Guide Dog Leads come standard with premium stainless stee O-rings and bolt snaps (shown). They are the highest quality and most reliable snaps we’ve found. 

Width/Size

• ½” wide (12.7 mm) for most dogs, medium and large breeds. Most popular size!
• ¾” wide (19 mm) for large breeds, this is a heavy-duty leash (not recommended for dogs under 80 pounds)
  

BLD’s exclusive JJ Special Wheelchair Leashes have been developed for people that have quadriplegia, those with limited strength, limited hand dexterity and/or arm movement, and anyone who simply needs a user-friendly option that is convenient to use with a wheelchair. Designed to work with our specially designed Leash Hook Attachment, these Wheelchair Leashes have multiple positions for different tasks and activities.

• The first and only dog leash specifically designed for wheelchair users 
• Hands-free leash attaches to the wheelchair with a special hook
• Tangle-free design prevent snags and hang-ups
• Three adjustable segments allow you to customize the lengths, and have three different positions for various tasks and activities
• Available in premium leather or Brahma soft-grip material all with only the highest quality stainless steel hardware

The Wheelchair Leash Hook Attachment is available separately. Add the hook attachment to your leash order from the Hook's product page.

A handle loop is available separately. If you'd like to have a regular leash handle, you can add a 12" Traffic Lead handle. Clip it on the end O-ring and it can be used as an ordinary leash. Find LEATHER Traffic Leads here, and BRAHMA Traffic Leads here.

About the Design

The JJ Special Quad Leash

Originally custom-made for a client, this leash with three adjustable positions is quickly becoming a customer favorite. The JJ Special is compatible with most wheelchairs (manual or motorized) to allow for a short, medium, and long lengths. 

Three adjustable sections of leash are connected with O-rings which drop onto our specially designed Wheelchair Hook. This leash ends in an O-ring—a separate Traffic Lead handle can be clipped onto the O-ring to use as a regular leash if desired.

Each section adjusts 16-24” (40–61cm) in length so you can make each section the length you need to be safe for you and your dog.

• First Position: In the short position, the leash will allow your dog to work close to the chair without excess slack in the leash to get caught or tangled. 
• Second Position: The medium position may be perfect to allow the dog to get behind the wheelchair to go through a doorway, to move in front of the wheelchair, or to lay under a table.
• Third Position: At full length, the leash has plenty of room for retrieving or relieving.
• The overall length of leash is 4-6 feet (122-183 cm) depending on how each section is adjusted. You’ll make a one-time adjustment to each section so that the dog can perform their work without getting the leash tangled or caught in the wheels.

Assistance from a friend may be required to make the original adjustments.

 How to use the JJ Special:

1. First, drop the giant O-ring at the human end of the leash onto the Wheelchair Hook. This creates the long position.
2. Next, drop the giant O-ring in the middle of the leash onto the Wheelchair Hook to use the medium leash position.
3. For the short position, drop the third giant O-ring onto the hook. The leash is now looped up onto the hook to prevent the excess leash from dragging or snagging on objects or wheels.
4. To return to a longer length, simply lift one or two rings off the hook.
5. If desired, clip on a separate traffic lead handle to use as a regular leash.

If you decide three segments is too much leash for you, one segment can easily be removed.

Material & Hardware

Hardware:

We use only the highest quality hardware for durability and longevity. Stainless steel bolt snaps and O-rings are standard.

Leash width and construction:

• Medium 1/2 inch (12.7 mm)—Medium half-inch width (12.7 mm) is recommended for most dogs and people as it’s sturdy for any size dog, yet not too heavy

Leather: Constructed with sturdy, elegant braids.

Vegan Brahma Material: This wonderful leather-substitute is extra durable, and is Constructed with screw posts.

About the Wheelchair Hook (available separately)

See all the details about the hook attachment here:

 https://boldleaddesigns.com/products/leash-hook-attachment-for-wheelchairs

Important Notes

These products are intended for use with fully trained service dogs/assistance dogs/pet dogs that have excellent leash manners. We’ve designed all of our Wheelchair Leash options to manually detach from the wheelchair in the event of an emergency situation. Why? Because it’s simply a smart idea!

Only you can determine if letting go of the leash and attaching it to your wheelchair is the right choice for you and your dog.

Attached leashes (fastened to a person, wheelchair, or another mobility device) are not safe for all dogs and/or users of wheelchair/mobility devices. Please choose your equipment wisely and use it responsibly.

Do not use wheelchair leashes with an untrained dog. Not for dogs that pull on the leash. Wheelchair leashes must NOT be used with dogs that lunge or are difficult to control, as this could be very dangerous. Additionally, DO NOT USE FOR PULLING A WHEELCHAIR.

Please note: If your strength or dexterity is limited, you may need assistance from a friend to install the wheelchair attachment and make the initial adjustment to the leash. Once attached and adjusted, the leash will remain at the desired length and is easy to connect to and remove from the wheelchair.

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