Is this really necessary for dog owners to buy special gloves? We say: Absolutely, yes!
Gloves for dog owners have many advantages compared to regular knitted gloves and can also be of great service to you throughout the year.
Here's why you should invest in a good pair of gloves for dog owners!
Gloves and a dog leash – is that possible?
Anyone who has ever held a dog leash in winter with normal gloves has surely quickly realize two common problems:
The soft material of the gloves and the additional layers give you a spongy feeling when holding the leash or they even make it easier for it to slip through your hand – both can quickly become dangerous and don't make you feel particularly safe!
The second problem occurs especially during walks or training with a tracking leash: When frequently running the leash through the same spot in your hand the material of normal gloves is quickly damaged. It can even lead to holes in the gloves and then this can lead to injuries such as the so-called leash burn.
But don't worry: If you want to protect your hands from external influences or the dog leash in autumn and winter, in wind and weather, or simply in your daily work - get gloves for dog owners!
These are perfectly suited to the conditions of everyday life and working with dogs, thanks to their material and construction.
What makes gloves for dog owners special?
Gloves for dog owners are distinguished by their construction and the materials used. If you are a dog owner looking for gloves, you should pay attention to the following criteria:
- Are the palm and fingers reinforced in order to withstand the friction of the rope?
- Was a material used for the palms that provides as much grip and hold as possible?
- Was a resistant, durable and easy-to-clean material used for the gloves in general?
- Do the gloves adapt to the hands and can they be adjusted for optimal flexibility and wearing comfort?
You can recognize good gloves for dog owners by these criteria. Additionally, the fit plays an important role. They should fit snugly, like a second skin, since that's the only way you can get an optimal feel for the leash and during other handling maneuvers. At the same time they shouldn't constrict or cut off the circulation in your hands, but be comfortable to wear for extended periods of time.
Dog leashes for a secure grip
Whether you choose to use gloves or not:
A dog leash with a particularly good grip can help you in many situations and give you more control. Nylon dog leashes with a rubber coating that offers better support and more grip are particularly common.
In addition, at SPRENGER we also offer our BioThane® tracking leashes with football grip. These leashes have a very special surface texture – similar to that of a football or basketball – and through this the leash has a better grip while still providing a good feel in the hand.
For which applications are gloves suitable?
The great thing about gloves for dog owners is the versatility of their uses; for this reason, they are a must-have for virtually every dog lover!
The most common areas of application for our gloves are:
- During walks with the dog.
- When training the recall of the dog.
- In various areas of dog sports.
- Among hunters and when working with hunting dogs.
Gloves for dog walking
Especially during the cold and wet months many dog owners wish they could simply bury their hands in their jacket pockets. But if that's not possible because they have to carry a leash, poop bags, or dog toys, gloves can help dog owners and protect their hands from external influences..
Even for dogs who like to play with balls on walks or fetch other toys and really cover them with slobber and dirt dog owners often take advantage of gloves, which can simply be taken off after the play session.
Gloves for dog training
Are you currently working on recall training with your dog using a tracking leash? Your dog can't run off-leash due to his hunting instinct and you're giving him controlled freedom of movement with the long leash? Then you surely know the feeling when the tracking leash is quickly pulled through your fingers – ouch!
Here, the right gloves can not only help you to grip the leash better and stop it faster, but also protect your palms and fingers from leash burns.
Are you still looking for the right tracking leash for your dog, or wondering how to use it correctly? Our blog post on long lines will tell you everything important about the tracking leash!
What is leash burn?
Leash burn (also known as rope burn) is a burn caused by a dog leash. It occurs when a leash is pulled through the hand or across the skin too quickly.
Such burns occur particularly often due to long lines or retractable leashes.
Gloves for dog sports
Gloves are very popular among dog sports enthusiasts and they are used in various dog sports. Typical application examples in dog sports are:
- When handling the tracking leash during tracking or in mantrailing.
- While holding the leash in protection work.
- In Canicross to protect the hands from external influences.
Gloves are generally helpful for almost every dog sport and especially when working for extended periods or with different dogs, they can protect the skin of the hands.
You are also still looking for the right collar for dog sports? Our blog post tells you what you need to pay attention to!
Are gloves suitable for dog sports in winter?
As dog sports gloves in winter we especially recommend models with closed fingers as they help maintain feeling in your fingers even during extended periods outdoors.
Whether normal protection is sufficient or specially lined gloves are preferred depends on one's own needs and preferences. As a general rule: the thicker the gloves, the less well you can feel the connection via the leash.
Gloves for hunters
Gloves are also a must-have for many hunters - regardless of whether they are hunting with or without a dog. Typical reasons for hunters to use gloves are:
- Gloves help to protect the hands from external influences and thus avoid stiffness.
- Gloves can help to camouflage hands.
- Gloves help to provide better grip and thus allow a steady and firmly held weapon.
Generally speaking, gloves for hunter are not only helpful for active hunting, but also for all other activities, which fall within the hunter's area of responsibility.
There are two important considerations when choosing the right gloves for hunters:
- The trigger finger should be cut off at the tip of hunting gloves in order to ensure optimal use of the weapon.
- The gloves should not be too thick or stiff as otherwise the mobility of the fingers may be restricted, making a precise shot difficult.
Our best gloves for dog owners from SPRENGER
We offer a selection of high-quality SPRENGER gloves originating in our sailing gloves in boating. They have proven themselves there and in various work environments.
Find out more about which models we offer in dog sports and how they differ from each other!
FLEXGRIP COMFORT gloves
Our SPRENGER gloves FLEXGRIP COMFORT are the classic model with completely closed fingers.
They offer comfortable protection and are characterized by the stretch material on the back of the hand which makes them comfortable to wear for extended periods. A velcro fastener on the inside of the wrist allows you to adjust the gloves to fit perfectly, ensuring a particularly good grip and a comfortable feel. Fingers and palms are reinforced with Flexgrip, giving an excellent abrasion resistance and increased grip on the leash.
Our COMFORT model comes in black or in pink and black!
We recommend our FLEXGRIP COMFORT gloves for:
- Autumn and winter, as well as cold and wet days.
- Everyday life, dog training and dog sports.
Attention: The gloves are unlined and not waterproof, but help protect your hands from external influences and reduce the effects of wind, rain or cold.
FLEXGRIP EXPERT gloves
Our SPRENGER gloves FLEXGRIP EXPERT have cut off index fingers and thumbs and have otherwise completely closed fingers.
They offer the same comfortable protection, the comfortable stretch material on the back of the hand and the velcro fastener on the inside of the wrist like the COMFORT model. Fingers and
palms are also reinforced with Flexgrip, giving an excellent abrasion resistance and increased grip on the leash.
The decisive advantage of the EXPERT model: The open design of the index fingers and thumbs allows you to grip better and with more dexterity and thus, for example, make it easier to quickly put on and take off the leash. Additionally, this also makes it possible to use smartphones without having to take off the gloves.
Our EXPERT model comes in black!
We recommend our FLEXGRIP COMFORT gloves for:
- Long and regular wearing time, during which the hands are to be protected from external influences or dirt.
- Activities that require many (precise) manual steps and various tasks.
- Especially useful for professional work with dogs or demanding sports/training. However, they can also be beneficial in any form of everyday life, dog training, and dog sports.
Attention: The gloves are not waterproof, but help protect your hands from external influences and reduce the effects of wind, rain or dirt.
FLEXGRIP SPORT gloves
Our SPRENGER gloves FLEXGRIP SPORTare fingerless gloves, so have open fingertips on all fingers.
They offer the same comfortable protection, comfortable stretch material on the back of the hand and the velcro fastener on the inside of the wrist like the COMFORT and EXPERT models. Fingers and palms are also reinforced with Flexgrip, giving an excellent abrasion resistance and increased grip on the leash.
The decisive advantage of the SPORT model: With open fingers, you have practically no impairment of feeling in your fingers and you can act as usual. The inner palm and the lengths of the fingers remain protected nonetheless if you run the dog leash through this or hold strong dogs.
Additionally, you have improved ventilation in the gloves.
Our SPORT model comes in black!
We recommend our FLEXGRIP SPORT gloves for:
- Summer and warm days.
- Activities that require many (precise) manual steps and various tasks.
- Primarily for use in dog sports and dog training. However, they can also be useful in everyday life.
Attention: The gloves are not waterproof, but they help protect your hands from external influences and reduce the effects of wind or dirt.
