TagME Slip Lead with Padded Handle, 6 ft

A slip lead is the simplest, most effective training leash you can own. No clips, no fumbling, just loop it over your dog’s head and go. Instant feedback when they pull, instant release when they walk nicely.

The TagME does everything a basic slip lead needs to do, and at under $10 it is the cheapest way to try slip lead training. The padded handle is the key upgrade over bare rope slip leads. If you have ever had a rope burn your palm when your Golden spots a squirrel, you will appreciate the padding immediately.

It comes in a huge range of colors, so you can match your dog’s style or just pick something easy to spot. The medium size (3/8 inch rope, 6 feet) is right for Golden Retrievers.

If you want something more durable with a traffic handle and a swivel to prevent tangling, check out the HOWGO Slip Lead. That is what we switched our own dogs to. But if budget is the priority, the TagME gets the job done.