Long Line Training for everyday adventures
Get confident with long line handling & enjoy lower stress city adventures
Is letting your dog off lead a total gamble?
- Patchy recall
- Puppy chaos
- Street treat foraging
- Runs off at on lead time
- Teenage selective hearing
- Gets easily distracted
- Acts like your strangers
- Wildlife chasing
Sound familiar?
You finally escape your morning of zoom meetings for a well earned lunchtime walk. Your dog is raring to go, and you're looking forward to the break in your day.
You unclip their lead, expecting them to have a good sniff and stretch their legs. Instead, they disappear into the woods. By the time you catch up, they've got their head in a bush eating something questionable, and they've conveniently forgotten their recall cue... again.
When you try to get them back, they manage to stay just out of reach, turning it into a game of keep away where they seem to be having way more fun than you are.
There's a better way to explore the city together.
In our Long Line Adventure Sessions I’ll show you how to use an Ear to the Hound biothane long line to give your dog the freedom and adventure they crave (without the headaches) right here in London.
Long line recall training in action at Ally Pally
Real life long line skills.
For everyday city adventures.
- Less stress
- Safer exercise
- Happier hounds
- Adventure Starter
- Our step by step Long Line Handling Guide video.
- Ear to the Hound 5m biothane Long Line, included with 15% discount.
- 60 minute Long Line Adventure training session in your local area.
- Two 60 minute follow up coaching sessions tailored to you and your dog.
- WhatsApp support between sessions for ongoing coaching.
- PDF guide with your training skills and next steps.
£90
- Adventure Anywhere
- Our step by step Long Line Handling Guide video.
- Ear to the Hound 5m Biothane Long Line included at no extra cost
- Three x 60 minute in person long line training sessions tailored to you and your dog.
- WhatsApp support between sessions to help you progress.
- Digital guide with your training skills and next steps.
£150
Long Line Adventure Sessions are a great fit if you
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Are new to long lines
And want to enjoy low stress everyday city walks with your dog.
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Already own a long line
Aren’t sure how to use it, want to feel confident to enjoy adventures with your dog.
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Are a new puppy owner
Who's learning recall and off lead skills and needs a safety net for their adventures.
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Have an adolescent or adult dog
Who loves to explore, but roams too far, forgets you exist and gets themselves into mischief.
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Have a sensitive or rescue dog
Want to give them freedom but also need peace of mind that they’re safe.
You'll benefit more from our Hound About Town training programme if
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Your dog has big feelings
About other dogs, people, traffic or city life, and reacts by barking, lunging, whining, pulling hard on the lead, freezing, or struggling to focus on you.
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There's more going on
If tricky behaviours on walks aren’t all you're struggling with. This means we need to take a deeper dive into your dog's world to help you make lasting changes.
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You want a dog trainer on your team
With WhatsApp support, weekly check-ins and expert guidance for those inevitable "oh sh!t" moments, when we work together I'm here for you.
Let's help your dog grow into a Hound About Town
Tanya & Molly, N15
“I had a lovely few sessions with Carla helping me walk my reactive dog, Molly! Carla taught me a few tricks for easy long line walking that I now use every day. ”
Ready to start your long line adventures?
Learn how to enjoy more chilled city walks using a combination of long line skills, smart management and simple check-in games that make you worth paying attention to.
You'll walk away with:
- An Ear to the Hound biothane long line in your dogs size
- The confidence to hold, control and use your long line in busy parks
- How to reward your dog so they look forward to checking in
Long Line Training FAQs
What is a long line?
A long line is like a normal dog lead, but longer. I design and make long lines made from biothane which is strong webbing with a flexible PVC coating. This makes them waterproof, stink proof and durable. Our long lines start at 5 metres, giving your dog space to explore while keeping them safe.
Do long lines get tangled?
They shouldn’t! Once you’ve learnt the safe way to hold your long line and control the length, it’s all about practice and getting comfortable with using your long line in different situations. These are the skills we’ll guide you through in the Long Line Adventure sessions.
Are long lines good for puppies?
If I could recommend one thing to make walking and training your puppy less stressful it would be a long line! Puppies have a bunch of energy, no sense of self preservation and they need to move their bodies freely. Learning how to use a long line can help them experience the world safely, while you keep your sanity.
Does my dog need to wear a harness with a long line?
Yes, your dog needs to wear a well fitting Y shape harness with a back clip to use a long line safely. If your dog wears a collar with the extra length of a long line compared to a standard lead, stopping suddenly puts a lot of strain on your dog's neck and back which can hurt them.
Are long lines okay to use with reactive dogs?
Definitely! We find that most dogs, including reactive dogs, feel more relaxed and curious when they are able to experience the world on a long line. Having extra space and teaching them to choose to move away from triggers helps them feel less anxious. Building solid handling skills like you'll learn in the Long Line Adventure Sessions is super important when using a long line with a reactive dog.
Will using a long line improve my dogs recall?
Yes, long lines can help build better recall. A key part of training is preventing your dog from rehearsing stuff you don’t want, this is called management. Whether your dog is a puppy that's still learning recall or an adult dog who forgets who they came to the park with, using a long line stops your dog practicing stuff like chasing joggers or stealing footballs, while they still enjoy proper exercise and freedom.
Should I use a long line with my rescue dog?
I love teaching dog owners to use long lines with rescue dogs. When you first adopt your dog you’re still getting to know each other, which skills your dog has, and what can have them sprinting to the other side of the park! Using a long line keeps them safe, while giving them space to sniff, explore and practice skills like check-ins and recall.
Can I learn how to use a long line from a video?
That's one way to learn. Our sessions are designed for London dog owners who want to learn to use a long line in a fun, hands-on and interactive way. Our in person training gives you feedback and tips for the real skills you’ll need to use a long line with your dog. You can ask questions and practice together to help you feel more confident when you and your dog go it alone.
Not sure if long line training is right for you and your hound?
Let's chat! Our Discovery Chats are a free 20 minute video call where you can ask questions, and get advice on whether the training option you're thinking about is right for your hound.
There's no sales pitch or obligation to sign up to training, it's just the simplest way to get to know each other and recommend whats best for you and your dog.
Dog trainer designed biothane leads for everyday adventures
Explore our collection of leads and long lines, made with:
· Strength tested clips
· Solid copper rivets
· Designed & made in London