Safety First - How The K9 Kwik Release Was Created

I was lucky enough to have my daughter, Courtney, move in with me, she had a 8 month old puppy in tow. But puppy, Odin, would only behave if he was on a leash tied to my daughter's waist. She'd go about her tasks in the house or go for a walk and he would be right by her side watching her for his cues. It was a match made in heaven!

Then one day I was speaking to a dog trainer and I happened to mentioned this lovely partnership to him. His reply was shocking!

He said...

"That is the BEST way to train/walk your dog but also the most DANGEROUS way”

His explanation was an eye opener. I never thought of the danger Courtney was in, tied to Odin, if they were attacked. It happened, and Courtney, being tied to Odin, and now being tangled in the leash, could do nothing to help Odin or herself. If you have met my daughter she is 6’2” and was able to pick Odin up. Thankfully it was only 3 little shitzus that were trying to beat up Odin, the pit bull. I know, sounds funny but It could have been so much worse. 

Best to be able to quickly release your fur baby to possibly de-escalate the situation as well as making it possible for you to help them. Your dog may be the best behaved and well mannered dog but it is up to us to protect them from others that are not. 

Meeting other dogs while attached to you, can escalate, chasing bunnies or them wanting to dip their  paws in the river or lake, can create a very dangerous situation for you. YOU having the ability to give them space or to release them keeping a leash attached, is key to everyone’s safety. 

All that being said, all I could do was worry about Courtney and Odin's safety. 

Being a maker of things with a passion for sewing, I knew I had to design a leash and belt system that would quickly release in case of any danger to either of them. But, at the same time be practical and give the flexibility for training or a leisurely walk. 

So, The K9 Kwik Release belt and leash system, was born!