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Easy Rope Leash
This easy rope leash is even simpler to make than our
Quick Dog Leash
The supplies needed are very basic - just a piece of rope. Types of rope you can use include:- Nylon, which is rather stretchy
- Polypropylene, which doesn't stretch and is good if the leash will often get wet
- Hemp
- Cotton*
*We recommend that you braid several strands of cotton together, since the strands are so much weaker than nylon, polypropylene or hemp. Also, note that hemp and cotton are both natural fibers that will rot if they become wet and do not dry properly.MATERIALS - At least 8.5 feet of your desired rope
- A lighter or matches
- A wet cloth
ESTIMATED TIME- Ten minutes or less (this could be called our quickest dog leash!)
PREPARING THE ROPE- With the lighter or matches, melt one end slightly
- Pinch the end with the cloth so you don't burn your fingers
- Now do the same with the other end
TYING THE OVERHAND KNOTS
- Fold over one end at least 8 inches
- Take the doubled end and cross it over about two inches from the end of the shorter piece
- If you put the ropes flat next to each other as shown it turns into a neater knot
- Now bring the doubled end under and then through the loop that was formed
- Pull tight, adjusting the handle to the size you want
- Do the same with the other end
Ta da, you're done! A very easy rope leash, but so versatile:- Push one loop through the collar's ring or around the collar, thread the other end through the loop and you have a leash
- Use as a Whipwhir when your dog needs a quick workout (see our Dog Toys page)
- Thread through the ring on the collar and hold onto both handles at once for a strong, short leash
- Loop one handle around a post for a quick tether
- Use it for Bicycle Exercise (see Exercise Equipment)
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