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Make Your Own Hands-Free Waterproof Dog Lead

This DIY BioThane dog lead can be worn four different ways.


🐾 Standard lead with a handle

🐾 Hands-free waist lead for easy walking

🐾 Cross-body hands-free lead for added convenience

🐾 Grab handle/traffic lead for quick control


A close up of a dogs collar with 2 additional images overlayed of a person making a collar

BioThane material is durable, waterproof and easy to clean. It's a popular fabric which is used in dog collars and leads. It's like a leather alternative which comes in lots of bright and fun colours.


Make your own matching collar with our collar tutorial here.


If you want to make an adjustable collar then check out our adjustable dog collar tutorial here.


Equipment List


  • x2 colours of BioThane material - we buy ours from www.paracord.co.uk The type and colour used in this tutorial is 19mm BETA. You'll need around 1m of the accent colour and 2.5m of the main colour (this will leave you with some left over scraps)

  • Scissors

  • Chicago Screws, for our tutorial we used M5x4mm and M5x6mm. The first number refers to the diameter of the screw, while the second number is the height of the screw.

  • x2 D-rings in your choice of colour, our material is 19mm width so the ring should be a minimum of 19mm.

  • Hole Punch the hole needs to be the size of your chicago screws, so in this example you need to make a 5mm hole. However if you had smaller or larger screws you could use a different sized hole to match.

  • 2x Swivel Snap Hooks (to fit fabric 2cm width).

  • Loctite

  • Screwdriver


Watch the video and follow along at your own pace!




Sealing the edges (optional)

⚠ It's possible to seal the edges of BioThane however it's not necessary. There are a number of ways to do this but you it's crucial that you refer to the safety instructions from the manufacturer especially if using heat. Safety Instructions



Make sure to check out our other tutorials and tag us on socials if you make anything! @thecaninestory

Disclaimer: This tutorial is for entertainment purposes. It is your responsibility to ensure that any materials you use are strong, durable, and suitable for your dog. Not all leads are safe for every dog, so carefully consider factors like size, strength, and behaviour. Always prioritise safety and well-being when making and using pet accessories.


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