Leather Dog Leash Guide
Leather is a softer material than the common nylon counterparts. The feel of pulling on leather as opposed to a tight grip on a piece of nylon is tangible. Friction is greatly reduced in leather. Have you ever had a rug burn? Synthetic materials will do that to you.
We like leather because it tends to last a very long time. Unlike fabric it doesn’t absorb dirt, there is no need to wash it. A nice leather leash doesn’t clash with any collar types, which is definitely a benefit for us.
The Good
- Durable
- Feels Great
- Gets better over time
- Doesn't "snap" when your dog pulls
The Bad
- Lots of fakes
- Can Be expensive
Types of leather dog leashes
Braided Leather Dog Leash
The Soft Touch Collars Leather Braided Dog Leash is our top choice in this category. We LOVE lifetime guarantees.
Despite the interwoven appearance, you may be surprised to find out that it’s one piece of leather! A skilled tradesman places precise cuts and interweaves the piece to make a braided design that ends up looking stylish. We really like the look and the technique that goes into creating it.
Not only will they replace it for life, it also has a great build quality. Burnished edges mean there are no leather fibers to scrape against your hand. Coupled with padded handles,customers love this leash. With over 650 reviews and 4.5 stars on Amazon, it’s our winner. There are 5 variations of colors and 3 variations of lengths. These are 4 ft x 1/2 inch, 6 ft x 1/2 inch and 6 ft x 3/4ths of an inch. The last one is better suited for larger dogs.
The Good
- Exceptional Craftmanship
- Lifetime Guarantee
- Padded Handle
The Bad
- Can Feel "Stiff"
- Clip Attaching To Collar Has Come Loose For Some Customers
Rolled Leather Dog Leash
Commonly using two or more pieces of leather stitched together, this gives the dog leash a round circumference. The stitching is the most important aspect of this design, because poor quality stiches could mean it won’t have a long shelf life. We do like the look though.
Our Top Choice
Dogs My Love 4ft Genuine Rolled Leather Leash is our top choice for rolled leather dog leashes. 5 star reviews and a decent price point made us love it.
The Good
- Thick Stitching
- Perfect for smaller dogs
The Bad
- Pricier Option Than The 6ft Version
Strap Leather Dog Leash
Just your regular old piece of leather! This is a flat strap piece that has been cut to the perfect length and had a handle fashioned. There are things that you want to watch out for though.The hardware and stitching are always signals to the quality of the maker.
Our Top Choice
The Leatherberg Leather Dog Training Leash is simple and functional. We love this color and it’s under 30 dollars!
The Good
- 1 Year Warranty
- Beautiful Rich Shade of Brown
The Bad
- Rough Edges
- Handle Not Padded
Leather Dog Leash Sizes
We found three good options for the most common sizes of dog leashes. All the way from 4ft to 10ft!
6 foot leather dog leash
Leerberg sells a highly touted 6 foot black dog leash. Handmade by the Amish with stainless steel rivets popped into place. That means a secure connection that is molded around the metal, those things are staying put for sure. Thick stitching that didn’t pop straight off some assembly line. This is definitely our top pick for leashes of this size.
This also tops the list for black dog leashes for us.
Our Top Choice
The Leatherberg Leather Dog Training Leash
- 100% Stainless Steal Snap
- Handmade by Amish
- Quality Stitching
8 foot leather dog leash
Mendota Products Jaeger Leather Dog Lead tops our list in terms of style and production quality. Including a lot of extra hardware. It’s handcrafted design shines through. Very classy!
Our Top Choice
The Leatherberg Leather Dog Training Leash
- Bridle Leather
- Brass Hardware
- Swivel Snaps
10 foot leather dog leash
Surprisingly, there are very few options for leather dog leashes of this length. However, Leerburg came in to save the day with it’s beautiful option!
Our Top Choice
Leerburg Amish 10 Foot Leather Dog Leash
- Stainless Steel Clasp
- 1 Year Warranty
- The priciest option, nearly 50 dollars
Leather Dog Leash Colors
The common colors are of course black and brown, but we found some interesting options in other colors!
Red Leather Dog Leash
Anicor sells a beautiful 6 foot dog leash for under 20 dollars. Look at the stitching on that bad boy! The color is deep and “never fading” according to the company.
Pink Leather Dog Leash
Soft Touch Collars back at it again! This vibrant braided dog leash has a lovely shade of pink. It also comes with a padded handle and a lifetime guarantee.
Blue Leather Dog leash
They also make a blue leather dog leash that we love as one of the variations of this style.
Teal Leather Dog Leash
Handmade in the USA! Teal is a favorite color of ours and J&J Dog Supplies makes a braided version with brass hardware!
- A leather leash does not generally need to be washed. It can be gently cleaned by hand. As leather absorbs moisture, we do not recommend submerging it in any liquid.