It's light enough on my dogs back that he seems to be oblivious to it. I did need to make sure the straps are the same length so that it doesn't rotate to one shoulder and now it's fine. Very handy.
"As a ranch owner who values extensive off-leash time for my Staffordshire Bull Terriers, finding the right gear is crucial. The integrated harness and leash design is a revelation; it eliminates the need to carry a separate leash or worry about losing it during vigorous play. We recently experienced heavy rain, and the leash mechanism, housed in a waterproof compartment, performed flawlessly. I highly and confidently recommend this quality product to any dog owner who wants to provide their pets with both security and the freedom to roam."
Absolutely LOVE this leash! 😍 The retractable system works perfectly — smooth, strong, and super easy to use. It rolls in and out effortlessly and feels very secure. The harness fits great and is really comfortable for my dog. Such a great quality product, I 100% recommend it!
This leash is a game changer. We walk in rural areas, where generally Bear can be off leash. But there is the occasional paved road to cross, the car coming along. More often- an exciting deer or coyote sighting/scenting. Then I am SO happy I am not fumbling to clip a leash on my excited, 70 lb dog. A quick grab, a quick treat and everyone is safe: dog, deer, coyote, car driver. If there is a lot of wildlife around, I can clip a separate leash onto the grab handle of my FreeRun and Bear can meander without worry. The quality of this harness/leash is exceptional. I just got my second one because I love the purple. But I have had the first one since the company started and it is still as strong as ever, if considerably more doggy. As I said above-holds an active 70 lb dog with no chafing, smooth action and little wear and tear after years of daily use. Highly recommend!
My Golden-Springer and hike several times a week in Alaska. This harness has made us feel so safe out on our hikes ! It frees up having to carry a leash and try to connect it quickly when needing to share the trail with wildlife or others!
My husband loves it for the many trips to Home Depot with our furry baby!
The customer service was outstanding! And they shipped our order to Alaska!! FreeRun is a great product definitely a five star ..
I ordered this for my Dad and his dog and it came quickly and looks like a great way to take her for a walk.
Great for hikes and walks. Its so much easier when my dog is greeting other dogs and not dealing with the tangling of leashes. Also love the fact that it's waterproof. Super lightweight, high tech and strong. My 80 pound dog will pull on it and its never a problem.
FreeRun Leashes is a total game changer! 🙌 Hands down the best for hiking! My dog can be safely on leash when needed, but also off leash when it’s safe, and I never have to carry or clip/unclip her leash. It’s especially handy when another dog approaches on the trail 😉 The material is amazing, the handle is super comfy, and the new water bowl is so lightweight and always clipped to my treat bag. Thank you for making the perfect products for dogs + humans! 🐾💛
We use Freerun leashes for both of our pups - Huckleberry, our 65lb German Shepherd, and Tala, our 75lb Husky - and we cannot say enough about how much we love them. Living in Montana means we’re adventuring often, and these leashes give us the perfect balance of freedom and control.
Our dogs can roam and explore, but with just a quick recall and grab of the handle, they’re back at our side under control in seconds. It’s been a game-changer when we come across other dogs, people, or even wildlife. No more scrambling to grab them, dig for a leash, or clip them in.
We'll be recommending FreeRun leashes to all of our adventure buddies!
I’ve been using the FreeRun leash for trail walks with my German Shepherd mix and it’s been awesome. He gets the freedom to sniff around and explore, but I can reel him back in quickly if needed with the retractable leash. It's also super convenient when we pass other dogs, our leashes don’t end up in an awkward tangled mess like they did before. Such a great find for adventurous pups!
I'm happy with it - it could be 6 inches longer. But so far it has worked well with my 80lb Labraheeler and has allowed him more freedom.
I bought this on a whim after reading excellent reviews in articles on running and hiking with your dog. It's a great product! The leash part needs to be longer. Other than that, go ahead and get your dog and you one!
These are great for when you are hiking in places where your dog can be off leash but want to control them near the car or when other people and dogs approach. Love the product
Works great for my 2 dogs! I had some questions, they got back to me asap!
I have a wandering Tripaw’d who is more than curious about what other people are doing. When we’re at the beach, I like to let him roam, but carrying his leash is a bit much when I have other things in my hands. Free run is so convenient because I can let him roam and still grab hold of him (if needed). I would have liked to have a small pouch to keep poop bags handy, but we just strapped one to the handle and it’s workable. Giving my Tripaw’d a little more freedom somehow makes him a little more attentive to where I’m at. Great for off-leash training.
I really love how easy the FreeRun Leash is to use. The built-in 3 foot leash is just the right length to quickly get control when I need it, especially with my dog Mocha. It's truly been a game changer for our outdoor adventures. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that I wish the harness came in an L/XL size for my big boy Jet. Mocha fits perfectly in the M/L, and I'd love for both of them to have this great harness.
Love this product. This is the second time we have purchased it and it’s not because it doesn’t work or broke. We want it to be available if it does break. Our dog rolls around a lot in sand and we just want to be prepared if it breaks. Best leash we have ever had!
I love the harness. It’s super easy to put on and it allows me to walk without having to hold the leash and then try and get a leash on my dog when I need to have him under control would definitely recommend this if you have a well-behaved dog that can be off leash
This is the perfect scenario for my high energy Australian Shepherd.I love that she can run off leash but if I notice someone else approaching I can quickly call her back & immediately have her leashed.
We got our updated 2.0 Free Run leash and it is awesome! The straps are sturdier and we love the addition of the quick grab handle. Also our 2 year old loves walking our dog (or getting walked by our dog) with the free run. This harness system makes so much sense for a well-behaved doggo.
I have not used it a lot, but so far I am really liking it. Super convenient and easy to use, my dog loves it too! She is very good off leash so walking is now much easier with her being able to walk free and on leash when needed!
An absolute must-have for ANYONE who hikes with their dogs pretty much anywhere. My dogs love their Free Run Leashes and they are so awesome - when we come across a dog or hiker or biker or anything on trail they are on an leash *instantly* no scrambling for leashes or like the one time I dropped one leash and then had two dogs trying to hold together on either end of a single leash passing a non-dog friendly other dog on trail (yeah....we made it but....). None of that will ever happen again with Free Run Leashes! Thank you, Mary & the entire Free Run Team!
I love FreeRun leashes. Great idea, great product, best support and service. I love the new handle on this new version. It’s very useful. The retractable leash feels sturdier than the previous version. I wish the D-ring was on the top (dog’s back). Also, there used to be little pockets on the top towards the back which I used to store an extra poop bag or 2. Now those pockets are sewed. But overall this is a game changer product. I get a lot of compliments from other dog owners. I use it all the time, and I can’t imagine our hikes or park walks without it