Dog walker's strap (5)

I believe the answer is:

leash

(Other definitions for leash that I've seen before include "Strip for leading, a dog say" , "Bind" , "Dog lead" , "Animal restraint" , "Rope to control dog" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today and the Newsday.

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