Leash Having Length-Adjustable Loop-Shaped Handle Portion and Method of Using Same

摘要

A leash and method of securing an animal or person to an object using a leash are disclosed. Embodiments provide a leash that includes a handle portion having a handle portion fastening system, the handle portion being formed in a loop while the handle portion fastening system is releasably secured. The loop has a length which may be adjustable via an adjustment device. The adjustments to the loop length may be made via the adjustment device while the animal or person is secured to the object. Embodiments foster easy and quick restraint of an animal or human to an object without having to disconnect the leash from the animal's or human's collar or harness.

主权项

1. A leash having a first end and a second end, the leash comprising:
an elongated main portion comprising a main portion fastening system positioned at the first end of the leash, wherein the main portion fastening system is configured to be releasably secured to an animal or person; an intermediate portion; a handle portion extending from the second end of the leash towards the first end of the leash, wherein the intermediate portion is positioned between the main portion and the handle portion, the handle portion comprising a handle portion fastening system at a distance from the intermediate portion, the handle portion fastening system comprising:
a first mating device; anda second mating device complementary to the first mating device such that the first mating device is configured to be releasably secured to the second mating device, wherein the handle portion further comprises a first strap terminating at the first mating device and a second strap terminating at the second mating device, wherein the handle portion is configured to be formed into a loop when the first mating device is releasably secured to the second mating device; and an adjustment device configured to allow for adjustments to a length of the handle portion such that the loop is length-adjustable.