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97% Recommend this product (268 of 275 responses)
By jeff k.
mt vernon ohio
wonder lead
September 28, 2024
excellent product!
By John Q.
Idaho/Nebraska
Wonder why I didn't get it sooner
September 24, 2024
It works! Great tool.
By Christian B.
Stamford, CT
German Short Hair RTG 24-7-365
August 22, 2024
This lead works great. There is a sweet spot within the adjustable stop. She feels it and learned to stay within it very quickly.
Pros
  • Strong, stiff, simple to use and gets results.
By Mari
Venice, Florida
Suggested by my dog's trainer
August 20, 2024
Interesting lead that was suggested (and used by) my dog's trainer. The slip collar releases reliably so that I can "check correct" my pup's behavior on walks and training sessions. I always wear gloves of some sort to protect my hands and give me a better grip. I like that it maintains its "curl" which allows me to hold the "extra" length while my dog is at heel. A bit tricky keeping the collar section high on my pup's head. I haven't tried the "over the ear" position as I'm afraid he'd slip out of the collar. But I will try it in the house today and see how it goes. Not easy to keep the slip/collar area high on my pup's head. It keeps sliding to an "around the neck" position and I have to re-adjust during walks. However, that's true of any collar that I've tried. My dog likes to lead me - and that's what we're working on.
Pros
  • Easy to adjust and put on my dog.
  • Maintains curl making dealing with the slack in the leash easy.
  • My dog is not "afraid" of the lead and offers his head with no problem.
  • The leather "stop" at the end of the lead is very effective.
Cons
  • Not easy to keep the slip/collar area high on my pup's head. It keeps sliding to an "around the neck" position and I have to re-adjust during walks. However, that's true of any collar that I've tried. My dog likes to lead me - and that's what we're working on.
By Dave
Great Falls, Montana
Best training aid
July 5, 2024
Learned about this lead at a Rick Smith seminar. Continues to be my go to lead for training, especially for stubborn dogs. Works well for the dog to learn about paying attention and for training to heal.
Pros
  • Easy to use. Just follow the simple directions included.
Cons
  • None. But helps to wear gloves when using this lead.
By Chad
Colorado
Great product even better customer service
April 27, 2024
Excellent training tool for both my GSP and my Doberman. Shipping was fast communication was great. I will definitely be ordering again
By Mike
Colorado
Actually works
April 4, 2024
This slip lead works as advertised. It releases tension far better than any of the other 4 slip leads I have tried. It also stays in position behind the dog's ears better than the other leads.
Pros
  • works
Cons
  • really rough on your hands w/o gloves
By Earl
Torrance, CA
Delmar Smith Wonder Lead - not for small dogs
March 15, 2024
I didn't realize the wonder leash was made out of stiff braided plastic rope. Tried it a few times and just gave up, will use a choke collar and an appropriate leash. Fine for larger dogs but not for small dogs. Maybe a vet leash is more appropriate for training small dogs.
By Spencer
Bg, ky
Great training tool
March 9, 2024
Immediate feedback and easy to use. Eliminates pulling and almost self teaches the dog with the pressure. A must have tool!
By M G.
kansas
Wonder Lead
February 26, 2024
This product has made it much easier to work my dog on heal and whoa.
By Dave
Old Hickory, TN
Amazing dog control on 1st day
February 21, 2024
A must for the dog walker’s safety. Sure be required for untrained dogs!
Pros
  • Works on dogs first walk
Cons
  • None
By Janet G.
Ga
Great lead
February 3, 2024
This is working wonderfully for my 6 month old lab pups.
By Ruth
Florida
Better options to consider
December 28, 2023
I returned the leash for 2 main reasons: (1) No loop for hand and (2) No place to attach a poop bag. Other issues with the leash: I have a 14 lb dog and the leash is too heavy for him. Training him outside the house requires that I feel that he is "safe" and can take care of his needs if he voids. Safe to me means that I have control of the leash. Without a loop to put my hand in provides 0 safety for him. It is so stiff that it is too similar to a noose. The concept of a slip collar is fine but Amazon provides many other options that will accomplish the same goal.
By Rich
Seaford VA
best ever
November 23, 2023
Luke would never go up or down the ramp being used to get in and out of the truck so after about ten minutes he now walk up and down and will stand still on the middle with no problem thanks to wonder lead and it is a wonder lead. He also now heals great and a joy to go walking with him
Pros
  • everything
By Joel T.
Liverpool NY
WONDER LEAD
November 11, 2023
I love it.
By Al
Rock Springs, Wyoming
The ticket for teaching heeling!
August 11, 2023
We’ve always trusted the products that Gun Dog Supply sells. Have to admit I was a little apprehensive about the Wonder Lead. Our Black Lab is 16 months and has always had issues with leashes. She was about 80% trained to heel, but within minutes she was 100% trained. We like the Lead so well, we use it whenever we need to insure her safety in public. Highly recommend this product.
Pros
  • It wraps up into a nice roll.
Cons
  • Don
By Dean
Panhandle of Florida
Hard to work with
August 11, 2023
Does not stay where it is supposed to be. Did not work for me. E-collar works better.
Pros
  • None
Cons
  • Hard to control.
By Troy
Pittsburgh, PA
Great product!
August 10, 2023
Has completely changed heel process for our two English Setters! So much easier now.
By LD
KY
great product
August 9, 2023
The wonder lead works amazingly well. I wish I had it several dogs ago! While not noted in the video or product description, use of the wonder lead helps my dog calm down on her own with no physical or verbal cue from me. This helps her focus on her task. Even though she has known how to heel for many years, she won't heel if she is out of control. When I put the wonder lead around her neck and she gets a minor correction from the leash pulling tight, there is a change in her behavior.
By McMullins R.
Alabama
Wonder Lead
August 9, 2023
The wonder lead works wonders. A quick correction and quick response is key in obedience and the wonderland does just that.
By Conor
Central New York
Works well so far
July 12, 2023
Seems to work well so far. All the folks at our NAVHDA chapter recommended it. Our dog doesn’t pull as much with the wonder lead on as a regular lead
By Tom
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Wonder Lead
July 4, 2023
The Wonder Lead works as I hoped it would. Almost immediately my dog was much better behaved and healed better. I recommend the Wonder Lead highly.
By Gary
Indiana
Works great
June 27, 2023
Works great, nice tool to have
By Bill W.
Battle Ground, Wa.
Best investment ever
May 31, 2023
Worth every cent..simple immediate behavior change.
Pros
  • Easy..effective
Cons
  • None
By Tony
Michigan
Over rated
May 3, 2023
I don’t get it. It’s a $35 6’ piece of lasso/piggin string. I did a 20min sideXside comparison with my GSP (2x 10min each) between the wonder lead and my spregner pinch w/QR on a Jaeger lead. My 8mo old dog already knows how to heel & whoa on lead so this an eval on a partially conditioned dog. The wonderlead encouraged some minor pulling, my dog kept waking into the lead and drifting in front of my left leg requiring repeated correction. The wonderlead is not as fast or responsive as popping the spregner pinch. The biggest difference is in whoa while walking—my dog freezes at whoa with the pinch, then i can walk out front/around/behind him & he stays put solidly fir as long as i ask him. I tried the same thing with the wonder lead and the results were sloppy. The spregner is a better tool, more versatile, and gets quicker results.
Pros
  • Lightweight .
Cons
  • Too expensive for what it is. No explanation or instructions on what the red plastic disk is for. Results are no better than what other tools can do.
By Shane
Plain, Wisconsin
Training aid that is easy to use
May 2, 2023
Added this to my tools for training and it works great. Puppy would always pull on leash. Not anymore.
Pros
  • It works. Simple but effective. Don
Cons
  • Wish I had known about it sooner.
By Craig
SE Detroit
Amazing Results Right From the Start
April 26, 2023
I had seen the reviews and had to try the Wonder Lead. The reviews were very accurate, my stubborn 4 year old Lab started heeling right by my left knee with very little pull on the stiff lead. We've been working on this command and for once I'm seeing positive trends.
Pros
  • Quick results as advertised.
Cons
  • None.
By Mike C.
Helendale, Ca
Wonder how I lived without it!
April 20, 2023
It has changed they way my dogs walk at heel. It is a total game changer in my training program now. Have ordered a second one to insure I have one around. My wife or son can also handle a dog when we are together much much easier now. I absolutely Love the Wonder Lead and recommend it to everyone! No matter what you do for your training program a Wonder Lead will only improve it!!
Pros
  • Easy to use.
  • Dogs are responsive to the point of contact
  • Such a simple tool to use improve training
Cons
  • Must wear gloves when first handing dogs on the Wonder Lead
By Danny B.
Amite County SW Mi
Easy training
March 25, 2023
My pup responded very well and quickly too. Great tool
By JA
Kennewick, WA
Good Quality Product - Mixed results
March 23, 2023
No issues with the lead. Not getting the results with my current puppy that I expected. Reviewed instructions and DVD just to make sure. May wait until this puppy is past the worst stage of teething and try again.
Pros
  • Lead is exactly as advertised
Cons
  • None
By Jim H.
Ringoes NJ
A staple of training
March 19, 2023
Had one for 20 years and lost it. Immediately bought another one from gun dog supply. They never disappoint!
By Vern
McMinnville, Oregon
Wonder Lead
February 22, 2023
Fast shipping and it looks like it will last forever. Fair price and American made.
By Mark A.
Colorado Mountains
The Winder Lead
February 22, 2023
I’m pretty ‘old school’ have trained dogs for the better part of 50+ years. I did a lot of reading and watching hung you tube about techniques for teaching dogs to heel, as I have a very energetic field cocker and didn’t want to use the ‘traditional’ choke chain. So I purchased the Winder Lead and was SHOCKED at its effectiveness. In two short sessions my cocker is healing nicely and very focused on me. The ability of the lead to apply pressure that is IMMEDIATELY released when the dog responds properly truly is a wonder - I’m a total believer! Great product!
Pros
  • Easy to use, allows a positive response from the dog.
Cons
  • None.
By Larry
Batavia, IL
Amazing
February 22, 2023
I rarely review products unless they are very good or very bad. This leash is very very good. The control over the dog without any pain to the dog is the best I've ever experienced. I would strongly recommend it to anyone who is training a dog to heel.
Pros
  • Ease of use
  • doesn't hurt the dog/pup
Cons
  • None
By Tom
Harwood, MD
Better Than I Expected
February 21, 2023
This is an amazing product. Prior to having it I was getting pulled along by my Curly Coated Retriever whenever he was on-leash. The Wonder Lead got his attention immediately and without having to keep him under tension. A quick, short snap with the lead and he was right back to heel. I’d highly recommend it to anyone working on heeling their dog or getting pulled on while walking their dog on a leash.
Pros
  • -gets the immediate attention of the dog
  • -no more getting pulled on walks
  • -very effective in teaching the heel command
  • -absolutely humane
Cons
  • -none
By TWoods
Texas
Works like a charm
January 18, 2023
My dog has been to training but was not healing like I thought he should on a regular lead. Read up on and got this wonder lead and he is a whole new dog. Leads like he should which makes it easy to go on walks now.
Pros
  • Just the right length and stiffness with a good rubber stop for sizing.
Cons
  • None yet.
By Joe L.
West Chester, Pa.
Wonder Lead
November 30, 2022
... fast service and high quality product! GDS will be my first choice for all of my dog supplies ... Thank you.
By Lacey
Lincoln al
God sent
November 28, 2022
This was recommended to me by Kyle and it changed my dog completely we go no where without it! If your on the fence about it just buy it
By Rich
CT
Wonder Lead is amazing!
November 12, 2022
Was told about this lead by a friend and how well it worked on his out of control dog. Well he was right, after only using it a couple times, my pup is walking at heal, sometimes without the leash already! Great product and well made.
Pros
  • Light, easy to take on and off and it works as described!
Cons
  • It's hard on the wife's hands when correcting but as GDS recommends, she should be using gloves.
By John S.
Columbia Illinois
What I wanted
October 18, 2022
I have not watched the video yet but the lead is exactly what I was looking for
By Robert
Seligman Missouri
Great product
September 18, 2022
I have a 90lb Dogo Agentina. Dragged me when we went walking. Bought this and after watching the DVD instructions he was walking properly in minutes. Doesn't jump on people anymore. I recommend this to everyone.
By Mike
Hudson Valley, New York
Works great!
September 16, 2022
Great description, great price, great ship time . Would recommend product and company! The lead itself is built well . Looking forward to having this tool in the tool bag for a long time.
By Jack
Oklahoma
Cheaper
August 22, 2022
Just Buy a pigging string for $8 at Atwood’s. It’s the same thing
By Anna
Cornelius, Oregon
Love This Product
August 19, 2022
Truly the Wonder lead. Works great for leash training. Material is durable for field work. Love the notch hold that actually stays in place.
By Joel
Steamboat Springs, CO
Immediate Attention!
July 26, 2022
I was skeptical when my wife showed me our new training leash. But after the second time I put it on our 6 month old golden retriever, I could tell there was something special going on with this. Every time we get the leash out he sits and anticipates the leash going on and is immediately in training mode. This lead has truly made healing and sit/stay commands easy and fun to train.
Pros
  • Video tutorials on training were very helpful
Cons
  • None
By Jake
NC
Wonder lead
July 6, 2022
Started with a normal leash for heeling training and it worked but was taking to long and needed refinement so I figured I would give the wonder lead a shot. Just buy it. it works. the feed back the dog gets is perfect and limits the handlers mistakes. read the instructions, watch the video and apply. Also Gun dog Supply was great as always!
Pros
  • Works!
Cons
  • None
By Mac
Seattle, WA
Wonder lead
June 24, 2022
The wonder lead is a nice product. However, I have had a difficult time adjusting the lead to fit my dog's neck. He has a slender neck, and the lead continually slips off of the correct position as shown in the instructions. To remedy this problem, I have to tighten the lead leaving very little slack. Once this is done the lead works as advertised, but I worry that the lead is too tight. The other comment is that all of the videos I have seen use a dog that has been trained and responds to the lead. I wish the wonder lead people would show a first time use of the lead on a dog not trained to heel. That would really help.
Pros
  • Well made, will last a life time.
Cons
  • Challenging to adjust to a smaller dogs neck, would help if videos showed first time use of lead vs. well trained large dogs.
By Tara
Wilmington NC
Delmar Smith Wonder Lead
June 17, 2022
I am very pleased with the Wonder Lead. After watching the video tutorial, I felt comfortable controlling my dog! It’s easy to use and is quite effective!
Pros
  • The lead material is durable
  • The honda seems durable as well
By dennis f.
north dakota
product
June 16, 2022
product is great!
By Tim
South Carolina
Highly recommended
June 11, 2022
My friend, a professional dog trainer, recommended this leash to me. He says it's all he uses for teaching leash obedience. It just works!

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