04/23/2025
🚫 Why We Don’t Recommend Retractable Leashes – Especially at the Vet! 🚫
We know retractable leashes can be convenient, but for everyone’s safety, we ask that you do not use them when bringing your pet into the hospital.
Here’s why:
🐾 Retractable leashes offer less control, making it harder to keep your pet close in busy or unpredictable environments.
🐾 Other animals in the lobby may be fearful or reactive, and unexpected greetings can cause stress—or even injury.
🐾 These leashes can also pose a tripping hazard to other clients and staff.
For the safety of your pet, other animals, and our team, we strongly recommend using a fixed-length (non-retractable) leash during all visits. Thank you for helping us create a calm, safe space for everyone!
💙 Your Perrysburg Animal Hospital Team