Rulonda Fuller

How to Prevent Dog Pain using Sleepy Cotton Naturally Elastic Rope Leashes Do you love your dog? If you’re like most pet owners, the answer is yes! Dogs are great, as you always have someone to cuddle with on those rainy days and they are always ready to play outside on sunny days. Plus, you can dress them up in cute little outfits and make your friends, family, and next-door neighbor jealous because your pup is the cutest dog on the planet! Many dog owners, myself included, choose dogs to love for a variety of reasons including: emotional support, the need for companionship, or just for the opportunity to care for a living being other than ourselves. For me, I know that the best part of my day is the morning because that’s when Jazz, my poodle-Japanese chin mix puppy, will open my bedroom door, jump on my bed, and lick either my face or hand. That’s her way of letting me know it’s time to start the day with either a feeding or belly rub until my hands go numb. Either that, or she wants me to walk her, which is usually the case. It’s all a part of caring for her. Moreover, an essential part of caring for your four-legged canine comrade is making sure that your dog comes first. This happens by purchasing items that will promote dog wellness such as good leashes. Picking a good leash is vital because there are consequences to using harmful leashes on your furry friend. But aren’t all leashes the same?... Contrary to popular belief, all leashes are not created equally. For example, many leashes are composed of harmful chemicals like nylon that could do serious damage to dogs. Similarly, connecting a leash to a dog’s collar can cause a numerous amount of issues including: dog neck pain, issues with seeing or hearing, or even behavioral problems. According to petmed.com, (found here: https://www.petmd.com/dog/care/5-ways-collars-can-harm-your-dog) if one is not careful, a collar could cause strangulation, among other things. If a dog catches its collar on a fence or chair, it could cause strangulation. I know for me, I have had more than one occasion where I’ve had to stop Jazz from running around the house and untangle her from her collar and leash after a walk. Similarly, in an article written by Emily Larlham, published on dogmantics.com, (found here: https://dogmantics.com/is-it-harmful-to-attach-a-leash-to-your-dogs-neck-2/) she writes that “attaching a leash to a dog’s collar can indeed cause physical harm to your dog if the dog were ever to hit the end of the leash or pull on the leash.” The reason for this is because a dog’s anatomy is similar to humans and they have “…very delicate and important physiology that keeps your dog healthy.” Because of the similarity of anatomy, and the possibility of medical issues, such as damage to the thyroid glands and/or salivary glands, it is imperative that your dog’s neck, and overall wellbeing, be protected at all costs. Moreover, if a dog pulls on a leash too hard, it could cause incredible, and in some cases, irreversible damage such as headaches, bruises, and even neck strain. Dog neck strain is a serious issue because it can limit movement and range of motion. If the collar or leash you are using is too tight, it will cause general discomfort your dog and they won’t be happy. Keeping your dog on a leash with a strong support and no harmful chemicals is of the utmost importance to a path of joy and happiness for both pet parent and pooch. A Better Solution Since we have already shown that dog neck pain is one of many prevalent issues concerning pet owners who have a habit of using leashes like the ones described in the previous paragraphs, let’s talk about a solution that will prevent, or at the very least, minimize the chances of that happening. Sleepy Cotton is a company that specializes in using natural materials in all their products to reduce toxins in the environment and promote earth-friendliness to every species, whether they walk on two legs or four. There are several advantages to using Sleepy Cotton products for your dog. For example, by using rope leashes made of chemical-free dyes and natural materials, like the upcycled yarn, a super soft material that is biodegradable, good for the environment, and used in Sleepy Cotton’s Upcycled Core Cotton leash, you can rest easy knowing that your furry companion is not being harmed by dreadful chemicals that could get inside its fur and do bad damage. Another reason to use Sleepy Cotton leashes is because of their durability and strength of material. Their marine-grade 100% cotton leashes have superb tensile strength, which can hold between 1,100-2,000 pounds, and are strong enough to secure your dog on a walk without causing neck pain or other damage. This is because the rope leashes utilize knots used by the rock climbing industry to add both strength and stability while not putting pressure on the dog’s neck should it yank on the leash because a rabbit darted in a nearby bush. Additionally, there are some other cool benefits of using Sleepy Cotton’s Upcycled Core Cotton leashes. First, these leashes are resistant to harmful UV rays, which means you can walk or play outside longer. Second, they can hold up to 220 pounds and have several sizes that can accommodate your pet, whether small, medium, or large. Third, all leashes can be washed and if you have an old, chewed-up leash, do not worry! You can recycle your old leash and get a new one 40% off. Fourth, 10% of all purchases goes directly to animal shelters throughout the United States. So, if you valve your pet’s anatomy and overall wellbeing—and I’m sure you do—and want to prevent future neck strain, bodily pain, and/or harmful chemicals and UV rays from causing damage to your pup’s skin, why not give Sleepy Cotton’s dog leashes a try? Your pup will be protected and free to run around and you’ll be happy knowing your dog’s wellbeing is in good hands.