Mendota Snap Leash

I got a shelter dog basset hound mix. What a puller, she will lift up on 2 hind legs trying to charge ahead. I got a no pull harness that made a lot of difference. At first I thought the leash was too beautiful to be strong but it's very strong, well made, soft, beautiful color. I got two of them. Snap is gold. I have not seen these leashes in the big pet store chains by me. I do walk this dog with a collar leash and a harness leash. It's worth the price for a well made, attractive and functional leash.

The media could not be loaded.  I absolutely love how it fits in my hands. I bought 3 leashes for my three dogs in three different colors. It's super easy to handle the leashes. Perfect grip, perfect texture, doesn't slip and it's super sturdy. My little one has been chewing it for weeks and zero harm caused. I recommend the leash to every one of my clients.

Durable and attractive. Great feel in my hands and easy to control dog and attach to collar. Much nicer than similar looking one I bought at chain pet store.

Cute and colorful leash. It's a good length for my small dog and is well made, it's holding up well to lots of daily potty training walks and trips to the dog park.

I am revising my review from Sept. 2016 (posted below current review). Previously, I gave the Mendota leash a review of two stars. However, I am jumping to four stars after convincing myself (and the hubby) to give the leash more time. The Mendota leash has always been, ideally, what I look for in dog leashes in terms of grip and comfort level for both dog and handler. Even now, when I think its quality has slightly declined, the leash still serves its function better than other leashes I've seen--especially for its price-range. So yes, it is more slippery than past products. And perhaps the color is a bit too bright for my taste. However, the leash is getting more grip with time and handling (no doubt because of the natural oils from our hands and other things that, perhaps, should not be mentioned) and color is but a vanity in the end.So this is why I believe the Mendota leash deserves 4 stars instead of my previous 2:1) comfort: the leather joint and rounded rope allows for easy grip that flat nylon and chain leashes don't give2) length: 6 ft. is adequate to allow my dogs to roam, but short enough to tighten the slack easily at a moment's notice without needing a hose reel3) durability: these leashes usually last me years, especially now that my Husky has calmed down a lot in adulthood4) price: for the quality, comfort, and practicality of the leash, the price is hard to beatAs for cons:1) slippery: but that goes away2) too bright color: frankly, it's not that important (and maybe people will see us better in the dark)--not many cons that I can think of, in all honesty.So I'm going to stop looking at other leashes and return to loving the Mendota leashes.--------------------------------------------------PREVIOUS REVIEW--------------------------------------------------"Looking for the Mendota leashes of the past--and got disappointed"I have bought three leashes from the Mendota line on Amazon in the past and loved them. So when my Siberian Husky snapped his red snap leash--at the leather joint, and not the rope itself--, I delayed but finally purchased another red Mendota snap leash as a replacement. I ordered the leash directly from the company website as the red color was not available on Amazon (purchase date: Sept. 21, 2016). The new product is a huge disappointment from past experiences.I have always returned to the Mendota leashes in the past for their excellent grip and control. The rope was thick, strong, heavy, and was of a braided cord that gave excellent grip everywhere on the rope--not just where the leather joint is. I could easily grab the leash anywhere along the line when my husky was pulling and maintain control. However, with the new leash and the switch to the polypropylene rope, the leash is slippery, meaning the slightest tug from the dog and the rope is gliding through your hands like water. Yes, I still have hold of the handle and the leather, but I no longer have the ability to shorten the leash at will by just grabbing any portion of the rope when those brazen squirrels dash by. The rope is also much thinner, though I trust the polypropylene will hold in terms of tension strength. Finally, a minor note: the current red color is more of a glossy bright red (because of the plastic quality of the polypropylene, no doubt) than the solid matte red coloring of the past. As a preference, I preferred the stately matte red than this new garish red.I'm greatly disappointed because I had trusted the quality of the Mendota leashes for their easy and sturdy grip. I do not know why the switch to polypropylene was made, but I'm now searching elsewhere for a leash similar the the Mendota of the past. The last satisfactory purchase was the "Mendota Products Dog Snap Leash, Hunter Green, 1/2-Inch x 6-Feet" on May 26, 2015 from Amazon (for a second dog)--and that was excellent quality. I wish I had gotten two... wish I knew what material the last leashes were made of... Wishes, wishes...

It's a great puppy lead and the rope shape makes it so much more comfortable than the standard flat lead. It's much more durable than the trendy cotton rope leads, too. I've cleaned it several times (soaked in hot water and dish soap, scrubbed at spots when necessary) and it's held up very well.

I bought this leash in red with black accents about two years ago. I’ve used it every day and like it a lot. Now I purchased a turquoise harness for my dog and so I bought another leash in turquoise to match it when we go for walks in the park. The leash is sturdy but lightweight. The material doesn’t get dirty so my original leash looks brand new. I don’t feel the need for any padding in the handle, because my dog is small. If you have a big dog who pulls a lot you might want some padding, but otherwise I highly recommend this leash.

I have several leashes made by Mendota, both with a slip lead and with a clip, and in 4’ and 6’ lengths. I really like the high quality, the way they look and the soft feel. I’ve continued to stick with this brand over many years. Great product.

Very thick and girthy rope for your dog. Feels nice and robust, probably won't snap. Also the colour is very nice and the clasp feels like it will last. I do recommend it, though it is pricey.

Perfect size - length and width, and love the camo. Durable, easy to clean and dry.

Only make of lead that I use.Soft on your hands and very strong. Large breeds need the 1/2 inch thick ones, small breeds can use the 3/8ths one. The length is either 4 ft or 6 ft. Made in USA so imperial measurements.Best lead you will ever buy.

Love this leash. Matches perfectly with her halter and feels so safe and strong. Comfortable when walking.

Great lead. No issues after 12 months