# Grippable Leash Attachments The 'Lead Mate' Lets You Shorten the Distance of Your Dog's Leash By David Ingram | Published 2015-09-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lead-mate References: [gearhungry](http://gearhungry.com/2015/09/lead-mate.html) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/leash-mate/lead-mate-dog-walks-made-easy) The 'Lead Mate' is a simple dog leash attachment that makes it easier to walk and control man's best friend. This easy-to-use attachment screws anywhere along a leash to create a [second point to grab onto](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timate-gripngo-20) if you need to shorten the distance your dog is given at any time. The lightweight plastic attachment can easily hold hundreds of pounds of force, and comes in two models for either a rope or flat webbing style dog leash. This tool also eliminates the annoyance of having to tie your own knot, or awkwardly wrapping your hand around the leash, and lets you have more fuller control of your pet while going for a walk Further varieties of the 'Lead Mate' could also be produced depending on the level of funding received. Plans include a rubber covered model that doubles as a dog toy, and also a glow-in-the-dark option for walking your dog at night. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Personalized Pet Accessories:** The 'Lead Mate' is an example of a simple and customizable accessory for dog owners that enhances control and convenience. - **Innovative Leash Attachments:** The 'Lead Mate' showcases the potential for creative and practical solutions to improve the experience of dog walking. - **Smart Pet Technologies:** The future development of the 'Lead Mate' could involve incorporating technologies like Bluetooth tracking or remote control features. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Pet Accessories:** The 'Lead Mate' falls within the pet accessories industry, offering a new product that addresses the needs of dog owners. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The 'Lead Mate' has implications for the outdoor recreation industry, providing dog owners with a more convenient and enjoyable walking experience. - **Plastic Manufacturing:** The production of the 'Lead Mate' involves plastic manufacturing techniques, presenting opportunities for businesses in this sector to innovate and create similar products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Secure Dog Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mui-magnetic-rope-leash.md) - [Multifunctional Customizable Dog Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nylon-leash.md) - [All-in-One Rotating Dog Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-360-dog-leash.md) - [Cross-Body Dog Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extra-long-leash.md) - [Intuitive Intelligent Pet Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-pet-leash.md) - [Rope-Inspired Dog Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rope-leash.md) - [Hands-Free Dog Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beltdog.md) - [Handsfree Canine Cyclist Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-bicycle-leash.md) - [Multifunctional Pet Leash Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slide-dangbler.md)