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Custom BioThane dog leashes, collars, and accessories, dog ID tags, toys, treats, and more!
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08/30/2024

I love you, King Charles. 🐾

ID: A series of photos showcasing a charming brown-reddish dog with big, expressive ears. The dog is captured in various cute and heartwarming poses, including begging for food, standing on a trail, in a car, taking and nap, and getting pets on the couch.

08/30/2024

Choosing your leash width is all about making sure your it's right for you and your dog!

We offer 3 width options for all of our leashes, long lines, and hands free + convertible leashes.
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BioThane is incredibly strong with a very high break strength, so these are not safety guidelines - they are simply recommendations based on what might feel comfortable.

Remember that the longer the leash, the heavier it will be.

Factors to consider when choosing your new leash's width:
🐕 Leash length
🐕 Your dog's size and strength
🐕 Your dog's sensitivity to gear and handling
🐕 Your personal preference for what will feel good in your hand when sizing for a leash or long line.

If you're still stumped, check out our blog posts for more info on leash sizing, or just reach out to us!⁠

What's your go-to leash width?⁠ Tell us about your dog and favorite leash width & length in the comments!
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[Image ID 1: 3 biothane leashes in teal with brass hardware rest on wooden planks labelled with their width, large (3/4"), medium (1/2"), and small (3/8").]

[Image ID 2: 3 biothane leashes in teal with brass hardware rest on wooden planks labelled with their width, large (3/4"), medium (1/2"), and small (3/8") on an angle and a quarter rests to demonstrate the width.]

08/29/2024

We have been working behind the scenes with our good friend and Canva master Ali to develop an awesome new resource for you – get ready to have a blast playing with BioThane color combos! Watch this space for the announcement 👀

In the meantime, Ali has created this updated color swatch image that is now available on all of our product pages! I love how it combines an image with the color swatch. BioThane can be really tricky to photograph and the way the color displays can vary quite a bit, so hopefully this helps capture the colors a bit more true to life!

Reminder, not all colors are available at all times - these are all colors we currently carry or have carried in the recent past! Available colors can change based on availability, season, and customer demand.

[id: a graphic showing 23 biothane color swatches and photographs in rectangle frames labeled with the color]

08/29/2024

Working hard in the shop! 💪

Thanks to the incredible Kathleen for capturing these snippets!

[Video ID: A variety of video of our team working hard at the workshop in Oakland, California]

08/29/2024

THE BEST KIND OF DAY IS A NEW TOY DAY! Shop our Toys and Enrichment collection here: https://hightailhikes.com/collections/shop-enrichment

Photo from Savannah H.

[Image ID: Percy, a very light golden retriever stands on kitchen tiles, looking up at the camera, while holding a JW Pet Hol-ee Roller Treat Dispenser + Dog Toy - Medium in Blue in his mouth]

08/28/2024

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER GIVEAWAY ENDS AUG 31!

Our Dog Days of Summer Giveaway features a custom long line of your choice from yours truly, as well as a variety of colorful (and tasty) goodies from Bark Pouch, Misty Made This, Kel Tech Gear, and Doo Loop to level up your fall walkies with your best friend.

Head on over to https://kingsumo.com/g/1dy8801/dog-days-of-summer-giveaway to enter the giveaway and grab some extra entries for sharing (PS you'll need to check your email to confirm your entry and share for extra entries)!

We'll notify the winner on 9/1! Contest open to US and Canada only. Good luck!

08/28/2024

Pretty Penny tries out her new Hol-E-Roller!!

This is a new (and pretty genius) enrichment item that we’re now carrying in the shop. Made of durable yet flexible rubber, and available in multiple colors and sizes!

Roll or twist treats into paper, fabric, or whatever other (safe) materials you have on hand, stuff them into the holes, and let your dog go to town rolling, squishing, tearing, tossing, and pulling to extract the treats! To level up, you could smear soft foods inside the ball or inside the shreddy paper and/or freeze for an added challenge or for hot days.

Available in our Enrichment Collection!

🎥 Thank you Kathleen and Penny for this sweet video!

[id: a large short haired brindle pup plays with a red rubber ball with holes that is filled with treats wrapped in paper. She is outside in a grassy turf area]

08/28/2024

We made these little clear containers at the shop last winter using some molds and BioThane end trimmings. Is this something you might consider purchasing? We could make them in various sizes. Let me know in the comments what you think! modeling

[Image ID: Amanda, a white woman with blonde hair, whose face is not visible in the photo, holds up two clear molds, one circular, one square, that have biothane trimmings in various colors inside of the resin, one in each hand]

08/28/2024

Our Production Manager Cory and a few of her shop friends , a random cutie pie visitor, and !

[Slide 1 ID: Cory kneels on one knee to give Fin, a fluffy husky / aussie / cattle dog mix dog with brown speckled coat and a white tummy, while in the High Tail Hikes shop]

[Slide 2: Cory stands at a workshop counter working on an orange biothane leash, while a small black dog with white markings watches her work]

[Slide 3: Cory stands with Penny, a large brindle colored AmStaff mix, wearing a yellow raincoat standing between her legs, and snacking on a treat from Cory's hand]

08/27/2024

Every day I remind myself what a privilege it is to share each day with you.

Video Description: a video compiled of photos of Charlie, a fawn colored dog with big ears, snuggling with his human, out on walks, and napping in various places.

08/27/2024

"These stickers are absolutely amazing!" - Valerie

Grab your new favourite sticker here: https://hightailhikes.com/collections/shop-stickers/products/live-laugh-leash-sticker?variant=43921947656419

[Image ID: A dog with pointy ears sits on a blue armchair with a reusable water bottle with a straw that has a blue sticker on it that reads "Live Laugh Leash Your F***ing Dog", a pride flag and plants are visible in the background]

08/27/2024

Please enjoy this series of Charlie snoozing. I'll never, ever get over how angelic he looks when he sleeps.

[Image IDs: Charlie, a brown dog with big ears, snoozing with a serene expressions on a variety of pillows and soft surfaces]

08/26/2024

Thank you so much Jenna for sharing this review of our Large Hands Free Leash!

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08/26/2024

I have no idea why all the dogs want to come hang out with us 🌭

🎥 feat , Lola, Shelby, Juniper, Lumpia, and some randos!

[Video ID: several dogs interacting with people in our leash making studio warehouse]

08/26/2024

Every order comes with a handwritten thank you from Charlie who is our unofficial boss (except that he is not allowed to come to the shop because he just yells at everyone) :)

[Image ID: Yellow postcards with an empty text bubble that are our thank you notes. And colorful, biothane leashes in the background on a workshop table.]

08/25/2024

A set of Flamingo and Green Apple Sport Hands Free + Convertible Leashes ready for packaging 🦩🍏

https://hightailhikes.com/collections/shop-leashes-1

[Image ID: Sport leashes with black carabiner closures sitting on a table, waiting to be packaged]

08/25/2024

Check out this cutie patootie fast food activity mat from ! Tuck treats in the pockets and crevices and let your pup search them out. You can even roll up the mat, secure it with the velcro closure and take it with you. Grab one in our Enrichment Collection!

[id: I demo the features of a plush activity mat for dogs that looks like a tray of fast food with fries, a hot dog, a silverware pocket, and a cookie]

08/25/2024

LONG LIVE LONG LINES!

https://hightailhikes.com/collections/shop-leashes-1

[Image IDs: Photos of Flora, a white and brown speckled spaniel dog, with her people on adventures wearing a two-tone green long line]

08/24/2024

Repost from our summer Water Dogs photo contest! 🌊 🐕

Did someone say waterdog?

She might lose the stick but she’ll eventually find it!

Sporting her long line from

# apbt

08/24/2024

Did you know that we offer the option to make many of our products in a two tone design? Simply select "make mine two tone" on the product page and select your accent color. This is a great way to personalize your gear or add more visibility to your leash! This one is a teal sport leash with goldenrod accents.

[Image ID: Teal sport leash with Goldenrod accents being held up by a White person's hand over a workshop table with other leashes blurred in the background]

08/24/2024

Golden Retriever Energy is the best! 🐶

Repost .thebigreddog

Saturdays ☀️

[Image ID: Layla, a red golden retriever lays down happily with her tongue out in shaded green grass, wearing a pink Biothane longline from High Tail Hikes]

08/24/2024

Beach patrol 😍

Repost from .remy

We would whaley love it if you would come play with us! ☀️🥰

Happy from our favourite place on earth 🌎 who wants to join us?!

Wearing our classic brass biothane collars ✨ Perfect for our trips to the beach!

[Image ID: Two golden labradoodles stand on the beach with their front paws on a wooden platform, the smaller one on he right is wearing, a whale harness, and both are sporting black, brass biothane collars]

08/23/2024

Choosing your leash width is all about making sure your it's right for you and your dog!

We offer 3 width options for all of our leashes, long lines, and hands free + convertible leashes. Shown here from left to right is Small (3/8"), Medium (1/2") and Large (3/4"). Photo by Kathleen (of a verrry adorable friend of Penny and Kathleen).
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BioThane is incredibly strong with a very high break strength, so these are not safety guidelines - they are simply recommendations based on what might feel comfortable.

Remember that the longer the leash, the heavier it will be.

Factors to consider when choosing your new leash's width:
🐕 Leash length
🐕 Your dog's size and strength
🐕 Your dog's sensitivity to gear and handling
🐕 Your personal preference for what will feel good in your hand when sizing for a leash or long line.

If you're still stumped, check out our blog posts for more info on leash sizing, or just reach out to us!⁠

What's your go-to leash width?⁠ Tell us about your dog and favorite leash width & length in the comments!
⁠

[Image ID: A chocolate brown poodle looks at the camera while wearing three widths of coral Biothane Leashes with brass hardware and a white hand holds the leashes up to demonstrate the difference in size. Text reads "What size leash should I order?" and the High Tail Hikes logo is in the bottom right corner on a pink background]

08/23/2024

If you want viral content, maybe look elsewhere, but if you want dogs doing dog stuff - we’ve got you covered.

[video id: a reddish brown medium size dog wearing a fuschia harness and a bright orange leash searched a patch of grass for the perfect spot to p*e, the scratches the ground a couple times and walks away. Text on the screen reads “What the internet wants to see vs what’s on my camera roll.”]

08/23/2024

BEAT THE LATE SUMMER BLUES!

Our Dog Days of Summer Giveaway features a custom long line of your choice from yours truly, as well as a variety of colorful (and tasty) goodies from Bark Pouch, Misty Made This, Kel Tech Gear, and Doo Loop to level up your fall walkies with your best friend.

Head on over to https://kingsumo.com/g/1dy8801/dog-days-of-summer-giveaway to enter the giveaway and grab some extra entries for sharing (PS you'll need to check your email to confirm your entry and share for extra entires)!

The contest runs through 8/31 and we'll notify the winner on 9/1! US and Canada only.

Good luck!

08/22/2024

Custom BioThane dog walking gear and accessories, treats, toys, enrichment goods, bandanas, ID tags, and more! What are your favorite color combinations?

[id: several still images of colorful waterproof leashes and dog walking accessories being held in someone’s hand above a packing table]

08/22/2024

This is how your sweet orders get packed - by real people and with love ❤️

[Image ID: Amanda, works on packing orders at a work station in our workshop. Colorful dog leashes, collars, and dog gear are laid out on the table. Amanda is holding cardboard kraft mailers.]

08/21/2024

Biothane is best for 10 simple reasons!

Photos from:

b.jensen

[Image #1 ID: Liz, owner of High Tail Hikes, a white woman with short, brown, curly hair walks through a field with white wildflowers, a city landscape visible in the background, with a black dog and text that reads "10 Reasons To Use A Biothane Long Line"]

[Image #2 ID: A biothane longline with sport carabiner closure sits on some greenery with text that reads "Durability + Strength: BioThane is made in the US with high quality materials and has a high tested break strength. It will hold up beautifully after years of daily use!"]

[Image #3 ID: Brodie, a wet, daschund dog, lays down on a rocky shore by water while sporting a biothane leash with text that reads "Waterproof: BioThane doesn’t absorb water, dirt, or sand. It is lightweight and quick drying, making it perfect for beach trips, water play, or rainy days."]

[Image #4 ID: A white hand holds a green apple biothane longline looped with a cattle dog visible in the background. With text that reads "Easy to Clean: BioThane is a cinch to clean. After being dragged through dirt, mud, sand, or snow, just rinse or dunk in soapy water, dry, and it’ll look good as new!"]

[Image #5 ID: A white bully dogs leans into a person wearing a baseball hat, while showing off their harness and biothane two tone longline, with text that reads "Odor Proof + Antimicrobial: BioThane is stink proof and resistant to mold, mildew, and bacteria. That means no more stinky leashes and less irritation for your sensitive pup!"]

[Image #6 ID: A husky looks up at a person walking them with text that reads "Superior Grip + Hand Feel: BioThane’s soft, pliable, textured surface makes it easier and safer to handle than nylon, rope, or other leash materials. It will retain its flexibility over time and in all weather conditions!"]

[Image #7 ID: A black dog with white muzzle stands in shallow water smiling up at the camera with text that reads "Give Your Dog Freedom: A long line gives your dog plenty of room to explore, sniff, move their body freely, walk at a natural pace, and do other “dog stuff” - all of which improve your dog’s well being!"]

[Image #8 ID: A merle dog stands beside a person's legs while wearing a two tone biothane long leash with text that reads "Safety and Peace of Mind: A long line offers safety and peace of mind in public spaces, new environments, with shy or nervous dogs, or when working on recall."]

[Image #9 ID: A brunette woman walks away from the camera walking a husky dog on a two tone long leash crossed over her body with text that reads "Respect for Others: Keeping your dog on a long line shows respect for others in public spaces and ensures them that they don’t have to worry about unwanted interactions."]

[Image #10 ID: A shepherd sits happily on a gravel path while wearing a goldenrod collar and longline with text that reads "Versatility: Long lines can be used in so many different ways. They’re ideal for hiking, walks, training, travel, camping, coffee shop or brewery visits, and more!"]

[Image #11 ID: A black lab wearing a purple biothane longline with text that reads "Customization Options: Our long lines come in lots of vibrant color options and in multiple lengths, widths, sizes, styles, and add on options so you can design the perfect custom set for you and your best friend!"]

[Image #12 ID: A brunette woman smiles looking slightly away from the camera, kneeling beside a dog, in a desert landscape, with text that reads "Check out our custom biothane long lines at www.hightailhikes.com"]

08/21/2024

An oldie but a goodie from the always on point !

My dogs have pretty solid recall, but you’ll pretty much never catch us on a hike without a drag line clipped to their harnesses.

Why? It’s mostly that I’m super risk-averse and there are very few drawbacks.

Minnow and Juice have biothane drag lines from in the small width and 10 foot length. You can use the code UPTOSNUFF10 for a discount on yours.

[Video description: a few clips of two dogs on various hikes. One dog is Minnow, a small brindle boxer mutt. The other is Juice Box, a grey bully type dog. They both wear harnesses with 10’ handle-less leashes dragging behind them. The text reads “Reasons why I use drag lines. #1 Management. #2 human social cue. #3 emergency lifeline. #4 designed to drag. #5 smooth transition from trail to car. You can still hold a drag line securely even without a handle.]

08/21/2024

Our Two Tones sport an accent color of your choice at both the handle and clasp end of the leash.

With our Two Tone option, along with all of our custom sizes and add on options, you can create a gorgeous, fully customized leash or long line that perfectly suits you and your pup.

Be prepared to get lots of comments on your leash out in the world :)

To make any of our leashes or long lines a Two Tone, simply choose your main leash length and color and then select a color swatch under "Make Mine Two Tone," and we will add the accent color of your choice to the handle and clasp end of your leash (see photo below for examples). The Two Tone add on option is $8.00.

Some incredible pairings we've seen:
☀️🫐 Goldenrod and Blueberry
🌿🌲 Sage and Forest Green
🦩⚫ Flamingo and Black (or Midnight!)
💜🧡 Plum and Poppy

We can't wait to see what combo you dream up! https://hightailhikes.com/collections/shop-leashes-1

[Image ID: A single tone leash in sage sits beside a two tone leash in forest green with sage accents sits on a wooden deck and text below reads "Single Color vs Two Tone Leash"]

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Love when wild Izzi comes out 🐕🤪 [id: a white poodle mix runs and spins in circles at the beach while a reddish dog runs and watches nearby] #beachdogs #dogsatthebeach #adventuredogs #dogsatplay

Love when wild Izzi comes out 🐕🤪 [id: a white poodle mix runs and spins in circles at the bea

Welcome to High Tail Hikes! We are a woman owned and run dog gear brand based in Oakland, Calif

Welcome to High Tail Hikes! We are a woman owned and run dog gear brand based in Oakland, California! We make high quality custom BioThane dog leashes, long lines, collars, and dog walking accessories for active pups and their people. We specialize in offering lots of colors and customization options so that you can design the perfect walking set for you and your pup! As current and former dog professionals ourselves, we know what a difference the right gear can make! Our waterproof, stink proof, durable, and easy to clean products take the guesswork out of dog gear so that you can focus on having fun with your best friend. #biothanedoggear #customdogleash #biothanelongline #letyourdogbeadog #letthemdog #benicetodogs #positivereinforcement #handmadedogleashes #handmadedogaccessories Thank you @pennytheadorabull for the 📹 footage! [Video ID: Text that reads "Welcome to High Tail Hikes", "We're a woman run dog gear brand based in Oakland, California", "We specialize in high quality customizable leashes, collars, and dog walking accessories!" over various clips of our team working in the workshop.]

Have you tried out @remysk9kitchen treats yet? I love this brand. Small batch freeze dried trea

Have you tried out @remysk9kitchen treats yet? I love this brand. Small batch freeze dried treats made in the US, and they offer a ton of different protein choices! We currently have nine different options in our Treats Collection, including these Turkey Hearts, Beef Meat and Lamb Meat Medleys, and Bison Liver! I use the Superfood Plus Meal Mixer in Charlie's food which he LOVES. It makes a delicious broth topper that's loaded with collagen, probiotics and other goodness. Check out our Remy's selection in our Treats Collection! #freezedriedtreats #treatsfordogs #superfoodsfordogs

HTH Shop Dogs! It feels like just about every day we have a visit from a resident shop pup or a

HTH Shop Dogs! It feels like just about every day we have a visit from a resident shop pup or a friend. Here’s a sampling of some of the buddies who have stopped by recently. It’s the highlight of our day and for lots of these kiddos, I’m pretty sure it’s a highlight of theirs too! We always have treats on hand and are happy to make a snuffle box from our ample cardboard stash ❤️ Should we do a Shop Dogs calendar for one of our next fundraisers? Thank you to dogs for making everything better ✨ 📸 @lower48woodshop @dogtrekoakland @aeniello @up_2_snuff @quimet.qt @hyphyhelga510 @lifeofclyde510 @inwithfin @pennytheadorabull @groomsbyruby @feministdogwalker @randy_colosky [video description: 20 still images and short clips of a variety of dogs outside and inside an industrial warehouse and a dog leash studio, getting treats and snuggles]

Repost from @zoey_mayhem One day I will get this girl to a lake or a beach. But for now, she loves her pool.🐾 In this video, we're using our 20ft Sport Long Line from @hightailhikes #hthphotocontest #ZoeyMaysJourney #ReactiveDog #RescueDog #Dog #DogsOfInstagram #PositiveReinforcement #ForceFreeTraining #Swim #SwimmingDog #Summer [Video ID: A brown dog wearing a pink harness and biothane longline stands in a shallow temporary / wading pool, and snaps at the water. The sound says "What do they put in these outdoors? Because...uh...it makes me feel really happy."]

Repost from @zoey_mayhem One day I will get this girl to a lake or a beach. But for now, she lo

A day in the life at our Biothane leash workshop! #MadeInOakland #BiothaneLeash #BTS #BehindTheScenes #DogGear #DogAccessories #MadeInUSA #BiothaneCollar #BiothaneDogGear #BiothaneIsBest #SupportSmallBusiness [Video ID: A variety of clips from behind the scenes at our workshop. Amanda waves at the camera, as the camera pans towards her, Cory picks up a wheel of biothane from a table full of biothane, the camera pans over a shelf full of colorful biothane, Amanda uses a tool to impress leashes, a sped up clip of a woman putting collars together, someone's hands stamping a green leash, the heat laser engraving the High Tail Hikes logo, a hand holding a packaged ocean sports leash, the camera then pans over a pile of packaged leashes, a sped up video of a table full of orders ready to be packaged with their invoices, and the last clip is the orders packaged in cardboard mailers all piled in a cardboard box.]

A day in the life at our Biothane leash workshop! #MadeInOakland #BiothaneLeash #BTS #BehindThe

Curious about our custom handle options for our leashes and long lines? Here's a quick run down

Curious about our custom handle options for our leashes and long lines? Here's a quick run down. Reach out if you have questions or want a personalized rec! #CustomHandleLeashes #CustomLeash #CustomDogLeash #CustomLongLine #LongLine #LongLeash #LongLineLeashes #DogGear #DogAccessories #ProductDemo #BiothaneGear #BiothaneDogGear #BiothaneDogLeash [Video ID: Liz, owner of High Tail Hikes, stands behind a desk with a stuffed dog sitting on it, and a wooden peg board display of leashes behind her, and demonstrates different leash handle options]

How are you even real? Fleece sweater by @mistymadethis VIDEO DESCRIPTION: Brown/Reddish Dog wi

How are you even real? Fleece sweater by @mistymadethis VIDEO DESCRIPTION: Brown/Reddish Dog with big ears wearing a black and red plaid sweater looking totally adorable in the kitchen like he waiting for a treat, walking down the side walk and sniffing some grass. #mistymadethis #blackandredplaid #dogsweater #toocute #hightailhikes

My little nephew's voice kills me ❤️ #BehindTheScenes #HighTailHikes #WomanOwnedBusiness #MadeI

My little nephew's voice kills me ❤️ #BehindTheScenes #HighTailHikes #WomanOwnedBusiness #MadeInOakland #MadeInCalifornia #Biothane #BiothaneLeash #BiothaneCollar #DogGear #DogAccessories #DogGearFreak #SupportSmallBusiness #DogMomGoals #PetGear #DogLeashes #WaterproofDogCollar #WaterproofDogLeash [Video ID: Text on a green background reads "Is this a BioThane factory?", the camera pans through our workshop, an quitely in the background you can hear my nephew ask the same question and me say "mhmm"]

Cleaning your BioThane is suuuper easy folks!!! #BiothaneLeash #BiothaneIsBest #Biothane #Bioth

Cleaning your BioThane is suuuper easy folks!!! #BiothaneLeash #BiothaneIsBest #Biothane #BiothaneDogGear #DogGear #DogLeash #DogCollar #CustomizeableLeash [Video ID: Text reads "How I clean my biothane" and "Spoiler alert: it's super easy" over a bucket filled with sudsy, soapy water, a white hand reaches in and moves the leash around and lifts it out revealing it is clean!]