Service Dog Equipment

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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