SportDOG Rugged Utility 6 ft. Lead

I received this SportDOG Rugged Utility Collar and 6’ Lead for free in exchange for my honest review. As soon as I got my hands on the collar and lead, I was impressed with the material. Soft enough to be comfortable for my dog to wear but also strong and durable enough to stand up to everyday wear and tear in the field. Being waterproof, I know that both the collar and lead will not become waterlogged or pick up any “stink” from those wet days chasing birds. The 6’ lead even features a thoughtfully located heel handle that is comfortable to grab and hold tight for those times you need more control. I have been impressed by both the Rugged Utility Collar and the 6’ Lead and I’m excited to get more use out of both of them this fall.

Abrasion resistant. Dirt and mud runs right off with a little water. Love the extra d-ring by the hand loop plus the extra hand loop close to the collar attachment for easy dog management. Doesn't absorb any water so stench won't be an issue.

My overall experience with both the collar and leash was amazing! Right away, the texture and quality gave me so much confidence when walking my dog, Dolly. She is a size medium and definitely a puller, so having gear that feels secure is extremely important to me. With the collar, I never felt like I had to worry about Dolly slipping out or the collar coming apart when she pulled. The leash also gave me an excellent grip, and I never felt like it was going to slip out of my hand, even when she pulled hard. The durability is seriously impressive. I’ve purchased an off-brand leash before that was overpriced and broke within two weeks. The collar I bought from that same store would actually pop open whenever Dolly pulled, so that ended up being money down the drain. The difference in quality with this collar and leash was noticeable immediately. Another feature I really appreciate is that the material isn’t slippery when it gets wet. It’s also incredibly easy to clean—a simple wipe is usually all it takes. The orange color was bold, vibrant, and looked amazing on Dolly! I loved the collar and leash so much that I actually purchased two more of each for my other dogs. I love being able to choose different colors that match each of their personalities while still getting the same quality and durability. Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to test these products. They exceeded my expectations, and they are products I feel confident using with my dogs and would absolutely recommend to other dog owners—especially anyone with a strong puller like Dolly!

The SportDOG 6ft leash I used paired with the SportDOG Rugged Collar. During my time using it, I enjoyed the product more each time. Whether I was on a pleasure walk, training, or hunting it performed to a standard that I would buy again and recommend. The leash is made with quality material and hardware. I did worry that with my hounds and their tendency to pull that it would cause stress on the leash and collar but had no such issue. The material actually seemed to stretch enough and keep tension on the dogs to make them not want to pull as much. Having two handles is a nice way to control your dog in any environment whether you let them roam a little at 6ft or keep them close or in sitting range with the close up handle. Additionally, I like the option of being able to attach the leash to itself to put around my shoulder. This is typically how we run a leash while the dogs are out hunting until we need them again. Clean up is as easy as water and a wipe down and leaves behind no noticeable smell. I have enjoyed using the product and will continue using it to see how it performs over extended time. SportDOG gave me this product for free for an honest review.