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The waist packs include an attachment to connect the leash and many feature a water bottle holder so you can carry water for your pooch.

My phone sometimes fits, depending on the other items I need to carry, but I have yet to find a pack with a large enough capacity to truly fit my phone. Usually these are sort of like small fanny packs with a larger pocket for treats, poop bags, and car keys. I keep one in the car and another at home, so I always have one wherever I go. This is usually my personal go-to set up. I have or will have tried all of the suggestions below and am happy with all of them. I switch mine up depending on the type of run we’re doing, distance, and whether I need to bring additional gear along. Try a few different combinations out to see which one works best for you and your pup. There are a variety of setups for hands-free running with your dog. Related reading: Best Dog Breeds for Running Different Styles of Hands Free Dog Leashes for Running

For trail runners, it means that you have better balance and use of your arms over technical terrain.

Not only is that annoying to them, but it also can be confusing for dogs who have been taught about pressure/release for loose leash walking.

Running hands-free means that you’re not constantly tugging at your dog’s collar each time you move your arm back and forth.

Dogs can be insanely strong when they want to, even small dogs.

Eliminate the risk of shoulder or back injury if your dog pulls suddenly at something.

Long term, this could result in injuries. Running with something in your hand, whether a water bottle, leash, or phone alters your gait.

You can run with a normal running gait.

Running with a hands-free running leash provides several advantages for both the human and the dog:

Best Dog Running Belt: Ruffwear Trail Runner System – When you are out for a longer run and need to stash some fuel or other items, this belt + leash combination has you covered.Best Bungee Dog Running Leash: Iron Doggy Hands-Free Dog Leash – Clearly designed by runners, this leash has several knots and handles for easier control over your dog when you need it.O verall Best Dog Running Leash: Ruffwear Crag Reflective Leash – This is my go-to dog leash for running, and it goes seamlessly from your daily dog walking leash to your running leash.Top Picks for Best Hands Free Running Leash for Dogs Leash handles for quick access while running off-leash.I break the leashes up into a few different categories: I have used a variety of hands-free running leashes for dogs over the years and talk about my picks in this post.

Running together really is a team sport and it’s important to get the right system set up so that you are both successful and having fun. It is one of my favorite activities to do together and it’s an incredible way to bond with one another. I have been running with my dogs for many, many years. On leash-required trails or when we run on the road, I use a hands-free dog leash. While I prefer to run with my dog off-leash when possible, there are times when you need a leash.