The Exceptional Dog Shop

21/11/2025

Welcome to Pink Friday!🩷🩷🩷

Better than Black Friday - Friday November 21st is your opportunity to Support Small First!

Now is the time to search for small, local, and value aligned businesses before falling into the "black hole" that is Black Friday. Don't fall for the pressure tactics and artificial emergencies where "quantities are limited", or prices are inflated and then put "on sale" just for a limited time...😧😠😡

🎁 Don't worry if you're not ready to buy right now! Find your favorites on social media, follow them, like + comment + share their posts to give them a boost in the algorithm.

✨ Most important - sign up for their email newsletter! Having a friend drop a note in your inbox will remind you to purchase later, when you're ready, and may even gift you a discount... 😉

22/09/2025

Limited Supply Notice!

I just got a price quote and one of the specialty hardware pieces I use in my leashes is estimated to be nearly double the cost due to tariffs, the removal of the de minimis exemption, and, of course, holiday shipping surcharges…

Recent news indicates that the Supreme Court will hear the case on the constitutionality of the tariffs in November, but may not issue a decision until as late as June 2026???

If you’re looking for dog leashes made with an auto-locking carabiner - get them now!

25/08/2025

Leash failures are frequently due to poorly designed, worn out, or undersized hardware.

Don't risk your pup - get gear that will last for years!

We offer 3 hardware options in two sizes for our webbing leashes.

18/08/2025

Customize your leash coupler - as easy as 1-2-3!
1. What sizes are your dogs?
2. Pick from 10 colors - mix & match!
3. Choose from 3 clip options to complete your order.

04/08/2025

Need a leash that adapts as fast as you do?

Our braided paracord leashes can go from hands free to handheld within seconds. Convert it to a no-pull or a double-dog leash with the addition of a leash handle.

01/08/2025

Animal Shelter Staff & Volunteers - let's Bingo!

Get 5 in a row - comment below with "Bingo" and let me know about your day?

28/07/2025

The wrong size dog equipment can actually be ***DANGEROUS*** for your small pup!

Heavy clips can weigh your dog down and can actually be risky when used on martingale collars...
..the weight of the clip can pull open the martingale loop enough for a paw to get caught in the loop - I've seen it happen!

Let me help you "right size" your dog gear - from small breed dogs under 10lbs to those exuberant ones over 100lbs - I've got hardware and webbing for perfectly sized equipment!

25/07/2025

How much does your dog weigh? Drop it in the comments!

Whether you're managing a pint-sized pup or a powerful dog who lunges without warning, having the right gear can mean the difference between a stressful dog walk and a relaxing stroll.

That’s why we now offer **8 hardware options**

so your leash is "right sized" for your pup.....and your peace of mind

🦴 *Tiny but mighty?* We’ve got ultra-light clips made for dogs under 10 lbs.

💪 *Handling a big dog with big feelings?* Our auto-locking carabiner holds strong with a 290 lb working load limit... because we know what’s at stake when your dog reacts.

✨ You deserve leash hardware that works *with* you.

That's why we make every leash to order with your selected hardware - leashes designed for safety, strength, and walks that feel just a little bit easier.

21/07/2025

New Product Drop - Just for the Littlest Pups!

We now have 6 classic colors, 4 bright neon colors, and 6 colors of reflective webbing in 3/8" width - to make your small breed dog a leash just for them!

Designed exclusively for dogs under 10 lbs!

(and we still have the full line of leashes for larger pups too!)

18/07/2025

Keeping your "ride or die" safe & secure with a custom bicycle basket strap.

Need to solve an everyday problem with a tailor-fit solution?
💬 “Ordered a custom strap for our bike basket—PERFECT! Super fast shipping and stellar communication.”

Got a specific setup or gear hack in mind? Let’s build it - comment below!

15/07/2025

A letter to dog guardians - if you can't trust your dog to not run across a busy street during the morning commute to butt sniff a couple of other dogs - DON'T LET THEM OFF-LEASH!

Signed - a reactive dog who is tired of having to hide from other dogs...

15/07/2025

Check it out if you're in the Denver area!

🎉 You’re invited! TOMORROW, TUESDAY, JULY 15TH, is the Domino Service Dogs Fundraiser Market 🐾 in partnership with The Exceptional Dog Shop!

🗓 July 15th | ⏰ 4–6 PM
📍 Amazing treats, music, new gear & 100% of proceeds go to our service dogs in training!

✨ Don’t miss: 🦴 Free treat samples
🎶 Fun vibes
🛍 Custom handmade dog gear
🐶 Gear consults – email Wendy to reserve your spot: [email protected]
💻 Can’t make it? Shop online ➡️https://bit.ly/m/DSDMarket

Let’s change lives—one paw at a time 🐾💙