Your own height changes how a handsfree leash fits. If you are shorter, the body loop may use less of the total leash length, which can leave more rope between you and your dog.
That is not a problem if the leash has enough adjustment. You simply need to set the body loop first and then shorten the dog side until the amount of slack makes sense.
Why height affects handsfree leash length
In a crossbody setup, part of the leash wraps around your torso. A shorter torso usually uses less of the total length.
The remaining length then becomes available between you and your dog.
Set the body loop before attaching your dog
Wear the leash diagonally across your body and adjust it until it feels secure without restricting movement.
The strap should lie flat and stay away from the front of your neck.
Shorten the dog side next
Once the body loop is comfortable, attach your dog and reduce the walking section until the leash forms a soft curve.
If it hangs in a deep loop or approaches the ground, shorten it further.
Short owner and small dog
This combination can leave a lot of spare length because both the body loop and dog attachment point are low.
Use the adjustment range fully. There is no reason to leave extra length just because the leash can extend farther.
Short owner and large dog
A larger dog’s attachment point sits higher, so you may need slightly more length than you would with a small dog.
Still check the leash visually rather than choosing a setting based on dog size alone.
Crossbody or waist
Wearing the leash around your waist changes the amount of rope used around your body and creates a lower attachment point.
Try both options. One may naturally create a better walking length for your height.
Keep the leash away from your legs
If the line crosses behind your knees or swings around your thighs, there is probably too much spare length.
Shorten the dog side or reposition the body loop.
Busy routes need even less length
In town or on narrow pavements, keep your dog relatively close. Adjust before the environment becomes crowded.
Open routes can use more room
Once you reach a quiet path, lengthen the dog side slightly so your dog can sniff more freely.
Winter clothing changes the body loop
A thick coat uses more of the leash around your torso. Recheck the crossbody loop in the clothing you actually wear.
You may need to lengthen the body loop and then readjust the dog side.
How much adjustment does the UNBORINGBYPIP leash have
Our Hands-Free Rope Dog Leash adjusts from 130 to 260 cm.
That range gives shorter owners enough room to reduce spare length while still choosing crossbody, waist or hand use.
The right setting is personal
Your height matters, but so do your dog’s height, attachment point and the route. Start with a compact setting, walk a few minutes and adjust until the leash stops getting in the way.