Walky Dog Bike Leash - safe bike rides for you and safe walkies for your dog
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WalkyDog Hands Free Bicycle Leash - Dog Lead for Bicycle
Bike with Your Dog with a Walkydog bike attachment !
WalkyDog® hands free bicycle dog leash - a dog lease for your bicycle
Safe - Stable - Fun! The WalkyDog® dog bike leash lets you safely take your dog with you on bike rides. Now you can bring your best buddy along for the ride and maintain complete control; no more feeling guilty for leaving them at home.
- great way to exercise your dog and release energy - especially for active dogs.
- The WalkyDog installs in just minutes and is incredibly easy to use. Its patented design includes an internal shock-absorbing system and quick lock and release capability for easy switching between bikes.
- The WalkyDog "lead" can be extended to a maximum of 14". If you find that the combination of the height of your bike and the 14" lead isn't enough, you can attach the WalkyDog lead to your dogs current lead for additional length or, you may easily replace the cord used in the WalkyDog lead with a cord of a custom length (same width required for use). You can purchase cord of this type at many hardware stores with the same diameter currently used.
Attaching Walkydog Bike Leash
Take Your Dog for a Bike Ride
My husband bought me a mountain bike for Christmas 2yrs ago (I had lost a stone in weight with diet and exercise over the previous few months and had complained to him about how bored I was with using the static exercise bike in our spare room). He also bought me the Walky Dog Bike Leash as he knew how much I love to go for walks with Dougie, my Westie. Dougie is a small dog and doesn’t really ever get up any walking pace, preferring to sniff and stop frequently to pick up what I call ‘doggie text’, so I wasn’t really getting any exercise watching him endlessly cocking his leg over anything interesting until his tanks were empty and the gesture was entirely token !
However, I had also seen Dougie, on many occasions in the local park, joining in (uninvited I may add) football games with youngsters who were practicing and boy how he could run ! He was so good the boys let him stay in the game and clearly my dog enjoyed running and scoring goals !
So I decided to give it a go with my new bike and Dougs. I fixed the Walkydog bike leash to the bottom of the seat post of my mountain bike, as per instructions it was quick and easy. The components seem very solid and well made. If the bar is too far forward the back of your leg will hit it, so be sure to try riding your bike with the WalkyDog before using it with your dog. Attaching and detaching the pole from the clamp is faster and easier than than company literature claims. It just takes an instant. The WalkyDog is solid and looks like it's made of top quality materials to last a lifetime. So I tried it first, which was fine, then attached Dougs, but as he is small I attached a flexi lead I already had, as an extension. This allowed Dougs to stand freely, but not to move around the bike – remember you don’t want too much slack on the dog bike leash, as this will defeat the purpose of the product. The instructions explain how to extend the leash for small dogs. The leash didn't pull on him this time... but he pulled on the leash. I could tell that he was anxious to go faster so, with trepidation, I got on the bike and started pedaling.
So off we went, riding slowly at first to see if he liked it and not for too long, as he’s only got little legs. He and I loved it !! We went at least a quarter of a mile and even though Dougs is a small dog, he never got in the way of the bike or the pedals with the device fitted and even when he saw a rabbit and tried to run, the bike remained stable and he soon forgot about that in his new found pleasure of being ‘biking buddies’. We now have another treat to enjoy together which benefits us both.
How to safely ride a bike with your dog running
Dougie watching me go to the shed for the bike !
Walky Dog Bike Lead
After much experimentation I would recommend using a harness to give your dog more freedom of movement and comfort rather than a standard collar – I use the padded one which is also the one I use for him to travel in the car, strapped to the seat belt attachment. The thing is dogs naturally want to pull once they get into the bike thing, so the harness works well and I always make sure I check the tightness of the screws and attached pole periodically (just to be safe). If the bar ever begins to swivel and hit your leg you need to tighten up the clamp. The design of the Walkydog is very sturdy and strong though.
I cannot keep up with Doug’s pace for long now, so we compromise and I walk back wheeling the bike, using the Walky detached from the bike as a lead for Dougs (best to detach when you’re not biking to prevent possible damage to your bike), whilst he sniffs all the way home and then flops into his doggie basket with his cuddle bear. Bliss for both of us !
I looked after my sister-in-law’s energetic 3 yr old Labrador last week (which is what prompted me to write this article). Rosie, the chocolate lab needs so much exercise which frankly I’m not up to, in walking or running terms, so we used the Walky Dog Bike Leash for her to jog along side me and I had to use the brakes, not hitting the pedals for ages as she pulled me like a sled dog but I didn’t have any problems with keeping the bike stable and the product kept her just the right distance away from the bike – the spring is very smooth and effective. Every time I wheeled the bike out, she watched through the window and whined to go again – she adored the experience and the product worked great at taking the edge off her high energy. I think my brother is going to have to get a Walkydog bike leash – he had tried before to run Rosie just by putting the normal leash over the handle bars of his bike but this was dangerous and he felt at risk all the time of being pulled over and the dog getting too near the bike and possibly tangled up with the wheels. The Walky Dog bike lead relieves the stress of an uncontrolled bike ride and maintains balance, stability and safety, preventing being pulled over even when a dog is distracted by another dog or bitch !
- 2 Dogs ? Can have one on both sides of your bike
- Suitable to attach to wheelchair or mobility scooter, leaving you hands free
Two years ago my husband paid about $50.00 for my Walkydog. The $39.00 that Amazon is charging is a steal and I see the product is in the 100 Pet Supplies Bestsellers List, with really good reviews – this is what an Amazon.com customer says about Walky Dog: now over 90 reviews at Amazon.com!!
"I am a professional petsitter and I have to proclaim this product as one of the best pet-related items I've used in a long time. It is very well made, simple to use and does what it promises. In just a couple of months, I have used this on about 10-12 different dogs and it works great. In fact I have to credit it for reinvigorating my interests in bicycles again which had waned in several years, but that's a different story".
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We also stock the recommended EzyDog dog harness for Walkydog
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Hi Kelly
The Walkydog Bike Leash is totally suitable to be attached to Personal mobility devices and used in the same way as one would with a bike, leaving you completely hands-free.
A disabled person who actually works as a professional dog walker recommends this product - see www.disaboom.com/perspectives/disabled-dog-walker
"Yes, I have cerebral palsy (CP) but it doesn't effect my job ability." I think my clients are calmed by my attitude and I think this attitude can be applied to any job.
There are actually some cool products out there for disabled dog walkers. One is the Walky Dog (a leash system created for bikes) and I use it to walk my smaller dogs".
Great info, thanks - I use a Walky Dog - have done for past 6 months and enjoy it so much - cute dog of yours!
Now that looks like an ingenious invention for a bike rider with a dog. I am neither, but it's never too late! Wasn't allowed to ride a bike as a kid. My dad's younger brother was killed on one. We had shepherd dogs only - for ranch work & we weren't supposed to distract them with being too familiar. Mother was an avid animal lover - except for dogs! So - you can see my dilemma.
I have an online friend who is a Westie lover and has shown them in his past career. I've always thought they were adorable looking. My other choice for a dog would be a bichon frese. Both are gorgeous, good-natured and NOT sheep dogs, at least not these days! haha.
Juliette - my comment a few minutes ago flew off of its own accord (or so it seemed). I planned to finish it & am not even sure where I left it! It's awaiting approval now - so be gentle! Meantime - I went to a Texas dog-adoption site I've visited before & I think I'm in love -with a 9 week-old AKC Westie named Jorge (George in Spanish) who was born on my beloved George's birthday, Feb. 13! Imagine. Now if only I had a couple thousand dollars sitting around begging to be spent on whatever I wanted! LOL. He has a litter-mate sister named Jemma who is also adorable. Sigh.
Hi Nellieanna, thanks for your comments, westies are such loyal, playful, loving dogs who just fit happily into whatever lifestyle you have. I fell in love with Dougie 8 yrs ago on a breeders website (I had just come out of a long relationship and needed a lot of love and had a great deal to give back) so within a week of seeing him, he was 7 wks old and in my arms! If I had a couple of thousand dollars spare I'd happily give it to you for this little dog! Just thought Dougs is a Feb born westie and I got him April 2002 (£300 approx, so much less than in US). What about a rescue dog, I'm sure there are so many lovely dogs out there who would want to be with a lovely person such as yourself.
Jamie thanks too for visiting, I see from your profile you enjoy biking.
Interesting Hub - although I don't have a dog it's good to know that such things are available. I have never seen one here though.
Love and peace
Tony
Juliette thanks for this information. I might just get one of these. It would work great for me when I'm RVing. This way I could take both dogs with me when I'm biking. The Shih-tzu always rides in the front basket and this would make it easier for the Boxer to run along. He would absolutely love it.
great hub
kindest regards Zsuzsy
I don't have a walky dog pet leash but I do have a dog. I like to ride my bike with him but usually don't because it seems like he constantly runs in front of my bike or too close...... so I just walk him instead. I just wanted to say thank you for writing this article because it shows me alternitive solutions for bike riding with my dog. It is kind of spendy but if it is that durable, I think it's worth the money. So I kind of let this comment drag on but oh well. I will post again to let you know how it goes for me.
never thought that way,useful information,and such a nice little dog,lovely,thanks for sharing.
This is great! I am going to look getting one of these and I have a few people in mind to put on to this hub! Thank You!
Hello Tonymac04 thanks for reading and Zsuzsy Bee it is great exercise, although I haven't tried it with 2 dogs and would only do so in quiet areas - but other reviewers at Amazon say they do this, thanks for stopping by. Hello Doglover yes the product is durable and what will wear out first is the cord, however you can easily and cheaply replace this from a hardware store. The Walkydog prevents your dog running into the bike wheels so making it safe to bike together, thanks for posting - any more queries, please feel free to ask! Raisingme thanks for your kind comments, I looked at a few similar products before settling on getting this myself - it does have the best user reviews and I'm happy with it, so is Dougie!
Hi Juliette, thanks for sharing this idea. I always thought it was very dangerous to ride a bicycle with your dog alongside but this product seems like a nice way to do it safely :)
Enjoy your rides and have fun,
Ricardo "funride" Nunes
Hi Juliette, your little Westie is very photogenic - what a sweetie! Great to read about this device it looks like fun - my Jack Russell would want to be sitting in the bicycle basket though!
Hello Suny51 thanks for reading and glad you liked Dougs! Hi funride yes the product is safe and great fun, I know you like to bike too, thanks for reading and leaving kind comments. Hello Alison - Dougs is a big show-off!! I did consider putting Dougs in a front basket but obviously he enjoys running, thank you for coming by.
Juliette Morgan, What a brilliant invention. I had no idea anything like this existed. I've tried riding my bike before with my dog and it's not easy to hold onto a leash and ride a bike, so I gave up on it. So nice to hear your personal experience with it to know that it actually works, especially with different sizes of dogs. Your dog is so cute! I have a Saint Bernard, so she's a cross between the two of yours in the sense that she's big like your sister-in-law's lab, but she has the energy of a smaller dog. She tires out faster than a lab would. Very cool. Thank you for sharing this. Kind Regards
Juliette Morgan. Hi. What a great hub with wonderful information on taking the dog for a walk, where you both get a good workout and it is so safe for all concerned.
I absolutely love the photo's. He looks such a beautiful and a lay back kind of guy.
Thank you for sharing him with us. :) :)
Your tired out Westie photo is brilliant, he looks so zonked out after his run. What a wonderful invention, I will show this hub to my friend I think she will find it fascinating. Great hub well written with interesting information.
Hello Kind Regards pleased you found it useful, shame the weather here in UK has been so bad past week that Dougs and I haven't been able to bike. Thank you for reading. Hello oliversmum, Dougs is so so laid back - I'm going to hopefully do some videos of Dougs to share at HP - thanks for coming by. Hi maggs thank you so for reading - any q's your friend has, feel free to ask me.
Juliette- I have neither a bike nor a dog but found the concept and your Hub quite interesting. I have friends with both and I will recommend this tool to them. Cheers.
Hi Sligobay I had you down for a dog man, never mind! Thanks for stopping by and for recommendation.
This is a wonderful informative hub. I will have to get one of these so my kids can take the dog with them on their bike rides. Thanks for posting this information, and I love the pictures you put with it.
Hello tipoague this is an excellent product - amazingly in UK only just taking off - I'm sure I was the first buyer but through using Amazon.com reviews of it. Just something to consider, as the Walkydog relies on weight of the bike rider to keep it stable, kids should be really over 12 or very sturdy boys to use it safely but if their dog is small too, it'll be fine with less weight - my neice who is 10 rode my bike with dougie fine but had I a larger dog I wouldn't have let her use the product until older! Thanks for reading and leaving nice comments.
Excellent idea and so much safer than just letting them run alongside. Nice little fellow your Westie is, very handsome!
Hi Gypsy Willow, glad you like my little boy. The walkydog is a safe answer to biking with your dog and 10 months down the line I've lost a few pounds in weight too!! Thank you for reading and nice comment.
Two years ago I was bought the walky dog bicycle. It is very safe for dog and himself. I watched the video which is very interesting.
kellysewnsew 2 years ago
Great Idea, but they should make one for disabled people to use with Personal mobility devices. No one has paid attention to the possibly lucrative revenue this could generate. Look how many PMD's are sold each year...