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Safety guide - collars and leashes

Safety and Care Information – Collars and Leashes

Collars and leashes are intended for controlling and handling dogs during walks, training and everyday activities.
They are not suitable for lifting, hoisting or securing people or animals, and must not be used for climbing, safety-critical applications or towing.
Do not use collars and leashes as a fixed tie-out system for unsupervised dogs.
Always supervise your dog when it is wearing a collar and attached to a leash, especially around obstacles, fences, water and other dogs.
Make sure the collar is adjusted correctly – it should be secure but comfortable and should not restrict breathing, swallowing or natural movement (as a rule, you should be able to fit two fingers between the collar and the dog’s neck).
Keep long leashes and lines away from your own legs and from other people to avoid tripping hazards and rope burns.
Do not allow your dog to chew the collar or leash. Chewing can quickly weaken the material and make it unsafe.
Regularly check collars and leashes for signs of wear, damage or ageing (fraying, cuts, cracks, broken stitching, deformed or rusty hardware).
Stop using the product and replace it immediately if you notice any damage or if the product shows significant wear.
Not a toy for children.

Choose a collar and leash size and model that are suitable for your dog’s size, weight, strength and activity level.
Do not attach the leash to any damaged or non-compatible hardware (worn D-rings, open snap hooks, broken rings).
Do not modify the product (e.g. cutting off parts, drilling holes, replacing hardware with non-original components), as this may reduce safety and durability.
Avoid exposing collars and leashes to extreme forces (sudden strong jerks, tying to moving vehicles etc.), which can damage materials and hardware.
Never allow your dog to swim while wearing a collar and leash attached. There is a risk of snagging or entanglement on obstacles under the water surface, which can lead to drowning.

General care

After each use, especially in mud, sand, salt water or snow, check the collar and leash for dirt and damage.
Remove sand, mud and grit from buckles, rings and snap hooks to ensure proper function.

Biothane and similar coated webbing

Rinse or wipe with clean water after contact with mud, salt or chemicals.
For heavier soiling, wipe with a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap; rinse thoroughly.
Do not use aggressive cleaners, solvents or strong chemicals, as these may damage the coating and hardware.
Do not machine wash or tumble dry.
Dry with a towel and let air dry at room temperature, away from direct heat sources (radiators, open flame).
Superficial scratches or marks on the surface do not necessarily affect function but should be monitored over time.

Climbing ropes (polypropylene or polyamide) and polypropylene webbing/straps

Rinse with lukewarm water to remove dirt, salt and sweat.
If needed, hand wash in lukewarm water with a mild detergent.
Do not use bleach, fabric softeners or aggressive cleaners.
Do not machine wash.
Do not tumble dry and do not dry on high heat sources; allow to air dry in a shaded, well-ventilated place.
Do not iron ropes or webbing.

Store collars and leashes in a dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
If the product becomes wet (rain, water work, washing), allow it to dry completely before storing.
Avoid long-term contact with oils, solvents, chemicals and sharp objects during storage.
Do not store heavy objects on top of collars and leashes to prevent deformation of ropes, webbing and hardware.
Keep out of reach of children and pets when not in use, especially dogs that tend to chew.

These products may contain Biothane or other coated webbing (typically a plastic coating on a synthetic webbing core), polypropylene or polyamide rope, polypropylene webbing/straps, and metal hardware (rings, buckles, snap hooks) and plastic components (adjusters, clips).
At the end of its life, dispose of the product in accordance with your local recycling and waste regulations.
Where available, textile and rope parts (polypropylene/polyamide webbing and ropes) can be given to textile or plastic recycling, or disposed of in residual waste if no suitable collection exists.
If possible, separate metal hardware (rings, snap hooks, buckles) and place them in metal recycling where such options are provided locally.
Do not burn the product and do not dispose of it in nature.