Gentleash™ was born from the belief that every dog deserves safer, calmer walks. We wanted to create a leash that doesn’t just react to sudden pulling, but helps soften those moments before they become harsh jerks. By working with your dog’s natural movement — not against it — Gentleash™ brings more comfort, control, and peace of mind to every walk.
Designed for both you and your dog
A good walk should feel safe and comfortable for both ends of the leash.
Gentleash™ was created to support your dog’s natural movement while helping you stay more calmly in control. Its soft braking mechanism helps reduce sudden strain when unexpected pulls happen, without turning every walk into a constant correction.
The result is a smoother walking experience — more freedom for your dog, more confidence for you.
Because they trust us to guide them safely
Gentleash™ began with a simple everyday problem: how to give dogs freedom while helping protect them from sudden, harmful pulls.
We believe walks should feel safe, calm, and comfortable for both dogs and their owners. That’s why Gentleash™ is designed to soften sudden movements — not restrict natural movement.
What started as a personal need became our mission: to help make everyday walks safer and more confident.
Matti Saukko
Founder & Product Designer of Gentleash
Today, Gentleash helps dog owners near and far
Gentleash is designed to respond instantly with a smooth, controlled motion that protects your dog from unnecessary strain. By softening the impact of sudden acceleration, it creates a safer, more natural walking experience for both of you — without interrupting your dog’s freedom to move.