An Expert Breakdown – Dogster

FAQ

Can you get the collar and leash wet?

Yes, you can! Both the collar and leash can handle rain, even pouring rain. After getting home, just wipe the collar and leash down and let it air dry. Don’t apply heat such as a blow dryer; just let it air dry.

How do you take care of the collar and leash?

Maintenance is very easy. Every once in a while, wash the leather with a damp cloth and allow it to air dry. Popov Leather has leather maintenance scrubs and balms for deeper cleaning needs.

What is the longevity of the collar and leash?

The beauty of leather is that it gets better over time! The collar is designed to remain durable for many, many years. If for any reason something happens, Popov Leather has a lifetime guarantee on all of their quality leather products. Do make note that leather can stretch over time, so do check the fit every once in a while.

Our Experience With Popov Leather

I admit, I am an avid dog collar collector. My pup Lorelei has a full shelf of custom collars, an addiction that started during the pandemic. I didn’t need to shop for myself as I wasn’t going anywhere, but I wanted my dog to be fancy! Needless to say, I was very excited to get my hands on some Popov Leather.

I was impressed before I even opened the package – the bag the collars and leashes were delivered in had such a cute design! What amazing attention to detail. First impressions are everything, and this hit the mark.

The package contained four dust bags containing the four products (two collars and two leashes). I loved the dust bags; they were also thick and durable, with a very subtle logo on the tag. Again, this thoughtfulness from the company ranks them with a big A+ from me. I can feel how much Popov Leather cares about what they do.

In terms of use, as someone who adopted a little dog, the fit is where I have a wee bit of a comment. Lorelei is a 10lb mixed breed (mostly papillon), so, definitely on the small side.

On the positive, the collar fits perfectly in length (she has an exactly 12” neck). There are enough holes to adjust for slightly larger than 12” and smaller than 12”, which allows for fluctuation as she may change in size as she progresses through life. I love this feature.

As for the downside, the collar in width is too thick for her neck, and I feel it would be too wide for any dog even smaller than her. She’s not used to collars that take up her entire neck, so this was something to work around. I am also lucky that she isn’t a dog that pulls, and she’s been trained to heel on a leash, but I can imagine a small dog that tugs wouldn’t be having a great time with this fit.

The buckle is also a bit heavy, which I understand because of its high-quality material and finish. But, again, something to consider if you have a very small dog.

That being said, this is the perfect size for medium to large dogs – 100%!

Regarding using the collar, I had a little bit of trouble, which isn’t a dealbreaker for me, but I felt it needed to be mentioned for those with pups that may be more difficult. The leather and the lining make the buckle more difficult to use. It often gets stuck and is a tight squeeze. To be honest, I think this happens to all leather products and might take some time to wear down.

That being said, I have absolutely zero doubt that this collar would ever unbuckle itself or fall off, which is a huge bonus for Lorelei’s safety! I would prefer this over a buckle that is quick to put on but isn’t secure. It’s a huge confidence boost knowing that there is no way my dog can get this collar off on her own.

The leash was perfection – it felt soft and comfortable in my hand, and the length was my preferred 5 feet. It clips easily to the collar, and the matching set looks so fancy. I liked that the lining of the leash was the same as the collar, I can feel the same comfort my pup does.

As I mentioned in the intro, leather does have so many upsides to the usual nylon collars and leashes. Both my pup’s and my skin feel much better using the Popov Leather sets, and her fur is not matted, tangled, or rubbed off. This was always a big deal with Lorelei being a long-haired dog; I hated having to work out mats or damaged fur from using stereotypical collar products.

We had a bit of rain this weekend, and the collar and leash had no trouble with the inclement weather. Again, the awesome benefits of leather – it’s so durable. Yes, it requires a slight bit of extra maintenance, but it’s a few minutes out of your day occasionally – no biggie! The dust bag helps me keep the collar and leashes protected when not in use, and when we are out and about, a possible quick wipe-down is all we need. The collar and leash will look even better over time, as leather tends to age like a fine wine!

We have received many compliments on the Natural color and the English Tan, and I could not be more pleased.

Conclusion

All-in-all, if you’re looking for a high-end leather collar for your pup, Popov Leather is the way to go. You get a lot of bang for your buck on the quality, style, and attention to detail the company put in (such as the beautiful dust bag). You can feel how much Popov Leather cares with their detailed care sheet online and beautiful packaging!

Both the collar and leash feel great in my hand and certainly elevated our walking game for sure. The colors are equally as gorgeous; I could honestly stare at my set all day.

This leash and collar duo would be best for trained pups who don’t mind a bit of fumbling with the buckle here and there in the beginning. I am sure this will become a much easier process over time as the leather and interior fabric wear, but something to note.