A Woman Lost Her Dog’s Leash and Her Improvised Solution Is Absolutely Hilarious
When Charly the Golden Retriever’s leash went missing, his owner — who runs the popular @doggycharly account — didn’t let it ruin their walk. Instead, she grabbed whatever she could find around the house and turned the moment into a comedy bit. Her improvisations prove that dogs like Charly care less about what’s clipped to their collar and more about getting outside for some exercise. Here are fifteen of the funniest items she used as leash substitutes.
Bubble Tape
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Dog walking usually involves nylon or leather, but she grabbed a roll of Bubble Tape instead. The gum container unraveled into a surprisingly functional strip, enough to attach to the collar. Sure, it wasn’t durable, but her Golden Retriever trotted happily without complaint.
Uno Cards
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Walking a dog with Uno cards sounds impossible, yet she managed to loop the colorful stack into a paper chain leash. Each step scattered familiar numbers and wild cards that jingled like a parade float. Commenters joked that if the dog ran, she’d have to yell “Reverse!” to regain control.
PlayStation 5
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Nothing says dedication like dragging a PlayStation 5 along for a walk. The heavy console slowed the dog down more than guiding it. On the other hand, the dog seemed proud to parade around with the world’s priciest leash.
Headset
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Her gaming headset made a surprisingly decent substitute. The cushioned band sat snugly on the dog’s collar, while the dangling wire acted as a leash. It looked like the dog was about to stream a podcast on the move.
Lettuce
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Most people pack treats for walks, not the leash itself. But with lettuce wrapped around the collar, Charly got both guidance and a snack. While it wouldn’t last long on a hot day, the dog didn’t mind the edible lead.
Hand Mixer
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One time, she even grabbed a hand mixer and made it work. The cord clipped on easily, and the motor end fit in her hand like a handle. It wasn’t stylish, but it did the job, and Charly padded along.
Bananas With Duct Tape
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Bananas taped together might sound more like a comedy skit than a walk, but it happened. She bundled the fruit with duct tape before attaching one end to the collar and holding the other like a leash. The dog walked fine, though it probably eyed the bananas as a snack.
Ring Light
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Instead of using the ring light for selfies, she looped its cord onto the collar. Suddenly, the late-night walk looked like a photo shoot. The glowing circle illuminated the pup like a celebrity on a red carpet.
Wig
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Improvising with a wig turned the dog into an instant fashion statement. She knotted the strands into a rope and let the synthetic hair trail dramatically. The dog strutted like it was modeling on a catwalk.
Pickles
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If you thought a banana leash was ridiculous, she also managed to use pickles. By looping the collar through the jar’s handle, she created a leash that clinked with every step. The dog seemed unbothered, though the faint smell of dill likely followed the duo.
Handcuffs
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Handcuffs, used as a leash, turned the stroll into a mini police skit. One cuff locked onto the collar, the other in her hand. While obviously not comfortable, it got the job done. Online viewers joked the pup was “under arrest for crimes against squirrels.”
Glowsticks
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Glowsticks added a rave-like twist to the evening routine. Cracked open and glowing, they linked into a neon leash that lit the sidewalk. Beyond being funny, it made the walk safer by keeping both pup and owner visible in the dark.
Cheez-Its
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Instead of a simple box of treats in her pocket, she tied the Cheez-Its carton directly to the collar. Each bounce rattled the crackers inside.
Sausage
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A sausage link might not last long, but it served as one hilarious leash. She looped it through the collar and held the other end, while the dog gleefully sniffed its new edible tether. The walk didn’t last before temptation won.
Dyson Blower
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Finally, the Dyson blower rounded out her list of leash hacks. Its sleek cord hooked onto the collar, while she carried the futuristic machine like a fashion accessory. The dog walked calmly, perhaps soothed by the faint hum.