4 Ways to Walk with ALLEZ: Single Dog, Hands-Free & Multi-Dog Setups

The ALLEZ system adapts to how you actually walk—whether you're managing one dog or multiple, prefer hands-free or traditional grip, or need flexibility to switch between modes. Here are the 4 essential walking configurations and when to use each one.

Configuration 1: Single Dog with Hands (Traditional Mode)

When to Use This Setup

Perfect for training sessions, busy urban areas requiring close control, or situations where you need immediate, precise handling. This is your go-to configuration when you want traditional lead control with the option to go hands-free later.

How to Set It Up

Attach your ALLEZ lead directly to your dog's collar or harness using the clip. Clip the other hand to the first D ring to create a handle. Hold the lead in your hand at your preferred length. The lead remains unattached to your belt, giving you full manual control.

Best For

• Training new commands or behaviours
• Navigating crowded footpaths or shopping areas
• Quick walks where you won't need hands-free mode
• Dogs still learning loose-lead walking
• Situations requiring immediate, close control

Pro Tips

Keep the lead at a comfortable length that allows natural arm movement without excess slack. You can quickly transition to hands-free mode by clipping to your belt without stopping the walk.

Configuration 2: Single Dog Hands-Free

When to Use This Setup

Ideal for longer walks, coffee runs, beach strolls, or any time you want free hands and better posture. This is the configuration most ALLEZ users adopt for daily walks once their dog is comfortable with the system.

How to Set It Up

Clip one end of your ALLEZ lead to your dog's collar or harness. Clip the other end to the D-ring on your ALLEZ belt (positioned at your hip). Adjust the lead length to give your dog appropriate freedom while maintaining control.

Best For

• Morning coffee walks
• Long-distance walking or hiking
• Beach and park adventures
• Photography or phone use during walks
• Dogs who walk calmly on a loose lead
• Reducing arm and shoulder fatigue

Pro Tips

Position your belt so the D-ring sits at your hip, not directly in front. This keeps your dog naturally at your side rather than pulling you forward. Start with a slightly shorter length until your dog adjusts to the waist connection.

Configuration 3: Hands-Free Multi-Dog (One Handle, Multiple Leads)

When to Use This Setup

Perfect for walking two or more dogs hands-free when each dog needs their own lead but you want them both connected to your belt. This setup eliminates tangled arms while giving each dog independent movement.

How to Set It Up

Attach one ALLEZ lead to each dog's collar or harness. Clip the first lead to the D-ring on your ALLEZ belt. Attach the second lead to the clip base or D-ring of the FIRST lead. If you have a third dog, attach the third lead to the clip base or D ring of the SECOND lead. Each dog has their own lead, but all are ultimately connected to the same point on your belt. The swivel mechanism ensures that the dogs do not get tangled up.

Best For

• Maintaining hands-free freedom with multiple dogs
  
• Long walks where arm fatigue would be an issue

Pro Tips

Keep lead lengths equal so both dogs have the same range of movement. The belt distributes the combined pulling force across your core, making multi-dog walking surprisingly manageable.

Configuration 4: Tangle-Free Multi-Dog (Connected Leads)

When to Use This Setup

The ultimate solution for walking multiple dogs who tend to cross paths, switch sides, or create lead tangles. This configuration physically prevents tangling while keeping both dogs secure and giving you hands-free control.

How to Set It Up

Convert one ALLEZ lead to the first D ring to create handle mode. Clip a second ALLEZ lead to the first lead's D-ring (the one near the clip end) or attach it to the clip base. Now attach each lead to a different dog. The leads connect to each other, creating a Y-shape that prevents crossing and tangling.

Best For

• Dogs who frequently cross in front of each other
• Walking dogs of different sizes or speeds
• Busy environments where dogs might weave around obstacles
• Dogs still learning to walk together calmly
• Maximum tangle prevention on long walks

Pro Tips

The connected-lead setup allows dogs to move independently without creating the twisted mess that happens with traditional leads. If your dogs have very different walking speeds, adjust the individual lead lengths so the faster dog has slightly more range.

Switching Between Configurations

The beauty of the ALLEZ system is how quickly you can transition between setups without stopping your walk:

Traditional to Hands-Free: Simply clip the lead to your belt while walking. No need to stop or adjust.

Single Dog to Multi-Dog: Clip the second lead to the first lead on your belt (Configuration 3) or connect it to the first lead (Configuration 4) depending on your dogs' behaviour.

Hands-Free to Traditional: Unclip from your belt and hold the lead in your hand when you need closer control.

Choosing the Right Configuration

Consider Your Dog's Training Level

Well-trained dogs who walk calmly on a loose lead → Configurations 2, 3, or 4 (hands-free options). Dogs still learning or easily distracted → Start with Configuration 1, transition to hands-free as they improve.

Consider Your Environment

Open spaces (parks, beaches, trails) → Hands-free configurations (2, 3, 4). Busy urban areas or training sessions → Traditional hand-held (Configuration 1).

Real-World Scenarios

Morning Coffee Walk (One Dog): Configuration 2 (hands-free single dog) - Free hands for your coffee, relaxed posture, enjoyable walk.

Beach Adventure (Two Dogs): Configuration 4 (tangle-free multi-dog) - Dogs can explore and switch sides without creating a tangled mess in the sand.

Training Session: Configuration 1 (traditional hand-held) - Precise control for teaching new commands or working on loose-lead walking.

Urban Cafe Stop (Two Dogs): Configuration 3 (hands-free multi-dog) - Both dogs secured to your belt, hands free to order and carry food, balanced control.

 

Ready to Try All 4 Configurations?

The ALLEZ hands-free system gives you the flexibility to walk your way—whether that's traditional, hands-free, single dog, or tangle-free multi-dog mode. Explore our complete range and discover which configuration works best for your daily walks.