Best Leashes Running
We're a little company based in Austin, Texas, with an intense focus on quality. Our unique dog leashes for running and hiking are skillfully handcrafted in the United States (in Denver, Colorado).
We are on a mission to help runners, hikers, and outdoor adventurists experience a happier and healthier bond with their pups. Using only high-performance materials and a unique design, Iron Doggy™ helps keep active and headstrong dogs on the straight and narrow.
In the Press
“Going for a run with my dog was made much simpler with this hands-free leash.”
“We were impressed by the clever details.”
“We road tested belt-style leashes and gave these a paws-up.”
Let our customers speak for us...
from 1021 reviewsI use this leash for running with my dogs and walking with them. It’s plenty sturdy, feels well built, and has a multiplicity of control D-rings, handles and knots for different control needs. Love it!
I tried assembling something similar using other online sources but the results were clunkier, less useful and not much cheaper. This is the best bungie leash I’ve found.
I was convinced I wouldn't be able to run with my young, large german shepherd who wants to chase squirrels when she sees them! This leash is worth every penny spent! I do have to stand like a tree, but this is a strong leash. It has great bungee action, and handles in case I need to steer doggy away from pesky squirrels, or wherever I want to go. It also has different clips so I can decide how long of a leash I want. I have recommended this leash to so many people!
Walking, running two fully grown Rhodesian Ridgebacks at the age of 61 would not be possible without this amazing leash!!!
We have 2 X 50 pound dogs that will lunge. This leash is the best I have ever used. It was very well designed and very durable. I love being hands free.
I walk with 2 dogs at a time and will run with 1 dog attached, both have been great.
Super high quality materials that function well and are easy to use. Everything seems durable (I have only owned it a short time) so far. I love having my hands free but my pooch still connected to me. I love the stretching action and the clips that allow me to keep my friend a little closer (or farther away). Highly recommend this leash!
I don’t normally leave reviews, ever. But I wanted to get 2 new leashes for my dogs and I even waited on them to become available - that’s how worth it they are. I bought my first leash maybe 10 years ago from Iron Doggy and it is still in fantastic shape - the bungee never lost its strength, loops and connections are all still intact and strong, the only difference is that it has been used a lot so some of the edging has frayed from skidding along the ground at times. In between waiting for this leash to be available again, I bought another one from another site. They aren’t even in the same category. The other leash doesn’t feel strong and has too much bungee. I have 2 Aussies and they are strong puppies (1&2yr old) and the handles on these leashes are so helpful to quickly make the length shorter when I need it and the loop connections work great for connecting the 2 dogs together. I wanted to have 2 because previously I only had one and one dog for almost 12 yrs. I got 2 this time and I’m so glad I finally got them!! I can’t say enough good about these leashes and I tell anyone looking for a solid leash and/running leash all about these leashes. I have never found any other leash that compares - like not even close. In addition, I know when I first purchased I needed a running leash, but what I got was unexpected. 10 years and I still use it on my next generation of dogs! The 2 yr old pup and I have used the belt (same one from original purchase which has never let me down - strong belt & connection and has never popped open unintentionally) and leash for running which is also super convenient to hook the extra leash that I don’t need when we are running closer together. Best hands free trustable running leash, along with strongest most versatile and durable leash I have ever owned.
If above is too long for you to read, just know that you will not only get your moneys worth with this leash, but you will get longevity and strength throughout the years that remains from day 1. These leashes do not disappoint and are absolutely outstanding for any use! Resilient and dependable, you can’t go wrong here. And if you have more than one dog, even better! If you pass up on this leash, you will never meet another that you get your moneys worth and the test or time. I absolutely love these!! Highly recommend!!!
(And this is voluntarily written, no spam, no fake news, genuine and real)
Jogging with our dog has never been easier! Highly Recommend!
I have used this leash every day for 7 years and it's still going strong. I went to buy another one and when I searched on Amazon it came up with knock-offs of Iron Doggy. It looked good in the picture so I bought one, but when I received it there was no comparison to Iron Doggy. That product was very cheaply made and much thinner and just not even close. I returned it and googled Iron Doggy and found it and bought the real thing. Such a beautifully made, quality product. Love my Iron Doggy leashes and belt.
I have a pitbull that loves to pull, and this leash has saved my life. It allows me to keep both hands free and direct my dog with commands, instead of accidentally choking him every time he pulls. The leash is incredibly sturdy, comfortable to wear, and well designed with double bungees and handles. I would recommend this product to literally any dog owner.
I use the Runner's Choice with the SideKick to run with my two dogs (80 lbs each). On a wide trail one runs on my left, the other on my right. On a narrow trail I use the full length of the Runner’s Choice leash and they run staggered behind me. Love the quick grab handles, hold-knots, and bungee cord. Will recommend to other people who want a hands free leash.
You can tell this was made by people who actually run with their dogs - it has all the right features, is easy to adjust even mid run and is sturdy! My dog and I love it!
They say possessions can't make you happy, but I feel like this leash is one of the exceptions. Purchased the long leash and makes my life so much easier in so many ways. At a dog-friendly brewery and you don't want your pup to wander? No problem. No more worries about my dog ripping the leash out of my hands to chase a squirrel across the street (just as a car is coming too, of course). Makes running with my dog so much more enjoyable (I don't find the extra weight of the long leash too troublesome and I'm petite). If I want a hand free for coffee on a morning walk that's easier too. The built in bungees are marine-tough as advertised and make all the difference, like a car suspension system only for you and your dog. Highly recommend.
Simply the best on the market by a long mile. Superb design, incredibly well made, robust, and very easy to use. Highly recommended.
I love the freedom of being hands free while out for a run with my pup. I looked at several other brands and products and they all had things I didn’t like. This leash beats the others by a long shot. The clips are sturdy and secure and the material is high quality. The bungee has just enough resistance without too much recoil when my dog explores a little further. I also like that the leash can freely move around my waist on the waist belt so I’m not constantly adjusting from left to right. Overall this is definitely worth the price!
I don’t usually do reviews but I really like this product. I was looking for a quality hand free leash option and found it here. I’d highly recommend to runners, hikers, walkers that are looking to go hands free with their dogs. I also use it as a stepping stone to off leash training.
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Let our customers speak for us...
from 1021 reviewsI use this leash for running with my dogs and walking with them. It’s plenty sturdy, feels well built, and has a multiplicity of control D-rings, handles and knots for different control needs. Love it!
I tried assembling something similar using other online sources but the results were clunkier, less useful and not much cheaper. This is the best bungie leash I’ve found.
I was convinced I wouldn't be able to run with my young, large german shepherd who wants to chase squirrels when she sees them! This leash is worth every penny spent! I do have to stand like a tree, but this is a strong leash. It has great bungee action, and handles in case I need to steer doggy away from pesky squirrels, or wherever I want to go. It also has different clips so I can decide how long of a leash I want. I have recommended this leash to so many people!
Walking, running two fully grown Rhodesian Ridgebacks at the age of 61 would not be possible without this amazing leash!!!
We have 2 X 50 pound dogs that will lunge. This leash is the best I have ever used. It was very well designed and very durable. I love being hands free.
I walk with 2 dogs at a time and will run with 1 dog attached, both have been great.
Super high quality materials that function well and are easy to use. Everything seems durable (I have only owned it a short time) so far. I love having my hands free but my pooch still connected to me. I love the stretching action and the clips that allow me to keep my friend a little closer (or farther away). Highly recommend this leash!
I don’t normally leave reviews, ever. But I wanted to get 2 new leashes for my dogs and I even waited on them to become available - that’s how worth it they are. I bought my first leash maybe 10 years ago from Iron Doggy and it is still in fantastic shape - the bungee never lost its strength, loops and connections are all still intact and strong, the only difference is that it has been used a lot so some of the edging has frayed from skidding along the ground at times. In between waiting for this leash to be available again, I bought another one from another site. They aren’t even in the same category. The other leash doesn’t feel strong and has too much bungee. I have 2 Aussies and they are strong puppies (1&2yr old) and the handles on these leashes are so helpful to quickly make the length shorter when I need it and the loop connections work great for connecting the 2 dogs together. I wanted to have 2 because previously I only had one and one dog for almost 12 yrs. I got 2 this time and I’m so glad I finally got them!! I can’t say enough good about these leashes and I tell anyone looking for a solid leash and/running leash all about these leashes. I have never found any other leash that compares - like not even close. In addition, I know when I first purchased I needed a running leash, but what I got was unexpected. 10 years and I still use it on my next generation of dogs! The 2 yr old pup and I have used the belt (same one from original purchase which has never let me down - strong belt & connection and has never popped open unintentionally) and leash for running which is also super convenient to hook the extra leash that I don’t need when we are running closer together. Best hands free trustable running leash, along with strongest most versatile and durable leash I have ever owned.
If above is too long for you to read, just know that you will not only get your moneys worth with this leash, but you will get longevity and strength throughout the years that remains from day 1. These leashes do not disappoint and are absolutely outstanding for any use! Resilient and dependable, you can’t go wrong here. And if you have more than one dog, even better! If you pass up on this leash, you will never meet another that you get your moneys worth and the test or time. I absolutely love these!! Highly recommend!!!
(And this is voluntarily written, no spam, no fake news, genuine and real)
Jogging with our dog has never been easier! Highly Recommend!
I have used this leash every day for 7 years and it's still going strong. I went to buy another one and when I searched on Amazon it came up with knock-offs of Iron Doggy. It looked good in the picture so I bought one, but when I received it there was no comparison to Iron Doggy. That product was very cheaply made and much thinner and just not even close. I returned it and googled Iron Doggy and found it and bought the real thing. Such a beautifully made, quality product. Love my Iron Doggy leashes and belt.
I have a pitbull that loves to pull, and this leash has saved my life. It allows me to keep both hands free and direct my dog with commands, instead of accidentally choking him every time he pulls. The leash is incredibly sturdy, comfortable to wear, and well designed with double bungees and handles. I would recommend this product to literally any dog owner.
I use the Runner's Choice with the SideKick to run with my two dogs (80 lbs each). On a wide trail one runs on my left, the other on my right. On a narrow trail I use the full length of the Runner’s Choice leash and they run staggered behind me. Love the quick grab handles, hold-knots, and bungee cord. Will recommend to other people who want a hands free leash.
You can tell this was made by people who actually run with their dogs - it has all the right features, is easy to adjust even mid run and is sturdy! My dog and I love it!
They say possessions can't make you happy, but I feel like this leash is one of the exceptions. Purchased the long leash and makes my life so much easier in so many ways. At a dog-friendly brewery and you don't want your pup to wander? No problem. No more worries about my dog ripping the leash out of my hands to chase a squirrel across the street (just as a car is coming too, of course). Makes running with my dog so much more enjoyable (I don't find the extra weight of the long leash too troublesome and I'm petite). If I want a hand free for coffee on a morning walk that's easier too. The built in bungees are marine-tough as advertised and make all the difference, like a car suspension system only for you and your dog. Highly recommend.
Simply the best on the market by a long mile. Superb design, incredibly well made, robust, and very easy to use. Highly recommended.
I love the freedom of being hands free while out for a run with my pup. I looked at several other brands and products and they all had things I didn’t like. This leash beats the others by a long shot. The clips are sturdy and secure and the material is high quality. The bungee has just enough resistance without too much recoil when my dog explores a little further. I also like that the leash can freely move around my waist on the waist belt so I’m not constantly adjusting from left to right. Overall this is definitely worth the price!
I don’t usually do reviews but I really like this product. I was looking for a quality hand free leash option and found it here. I’d highly recommend to runners, hikers, walkers that are looking to go hands free with their dogs. I also use it as a stepping stone to off leash training.