The Tether Journal

Stories from the countryside, insights from the workshop, and advice for the dogs who roam. Follow along for a mix of inspiration, product guides, and a peek into the heart of Tweed & Tether.

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Tweed and Tether Dog Drying Mitts hung in the fireplace of a country home

Why We Created Our Dog Drying Mitts : Your New Post Walk Accessory

Living with dogs means muddy paws and damp coats are just part of everyday life. Over time we found ourselves constantly reaching for the same thing after every walk a big old towel hanging over the Aga or the radiator. And while a large towel absolutely has its place when your dog is completely sodden after a proper soaking, we realised most of the time we were just doing quick wipe downs. Belly rubs after a muddy walk, drying paws before getting back in the car or those fam

How to Choose a Wholesale Dog Collar Supplier in the UK

If you run a farm shop, countryside lifestyle store or independent pet retailer, choosing the right wholesale dog collar supplier is about far more than price. The brands you stock shape your space. They reflect your values and tell a story before a customer even picks something up. So how do you choose a wholesale dog collar supplier in the UK that supports your business rather than competing with it? 1. Look for Consistent Retail Pricing Independent retailers work hard for

The Slip Lead That Has Made It Permanently Into My Pocket

You know when something just quietly becomes part of your routine? Our anti-choke slip lead has become this for me. Don't get me wrong I still love a proper collar and matching lead. A tweed set is a non negotiable piece of our dogs wardrobes and my go to set In towns, on holidays and popping round the shops. They look smart and I like being able to grab a collar quickly if I need to. But ... when we’re heading to the fields, it’s the rope slip lead that ends up in my pocket

Introducing Chocolate Brown : A New Core Colour for Our Country Fleece Collection

A warm welcome to a new core colour for our Country Fleece Collection! There’s something timeless about chocolate brown. Warm, earthy and quietly luxurious, it felt like the natural next step for our Country Fleece range as well as being highly requested by you guys! As Tweed & Tether continues to grow, we’re refining our core colours to focus on shades that feel truly at home in the countryside and that work beautifully across seasons. Chocolate brown does exactly that. It’s

Our Winter Sale is Now Live!

First of all happy new year to you all! There is something about a fresh start that feels incredibly motivating and after a proper break I woke up ready to take on 2026 with both hands. A little reset brings clarity and this year already feels full of promise. Spring 2025 marked the rebirth of a passion and the evolution of a brand, now known as Tweed & Tether. Fast forward eight months and our handmade dog collars and leads have found homes across the UK and beyond which sti

Built for the Fields, Made for Your Dog : Meet The Field Collection

If there’s one thing I’ve learnt from years of walking spaniels through fields, hedgerows and muddy gateways it’s that the simplest kit often turns out to be the best. The things that slip into your pocket, don’t weigh you down and quietly get on with the job. That’s exactly where The Field Collection began. I wanted to create something for those everyday country walks where you’re forever clipping on and off the lead. Road section then field, gate then open space, a quick sl