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Leash 'em up!

By Gina Spadafori

published 03/02/2009 | View all articles from this day

According to a survey by the American Pet Products Association, 93 percent of dog owners have purchased a leash for their pet. New leashes are purchased on average every three years. The breakdown by leash type (multiple responses allowed):

Type Percentage
Nylon 75
Chain 13
Leather 11
Rope 5
Reflective 1
All others 2

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