A leash and method of securing an animal or person to an object using a leash are disclosed. Embodiments provide a leash that includes a handle portion having a handle portion fastening system, the handle portion being formed in a loop while the handle portion fastening system is releasably secured. The loop has a length which may be adjustable via an adjustment device. The adjustments to the loop length may be made via the adjustment device while the animal or person is secured to the object. Embodiments foster easy and quick restraint of an animal or human to an object without having to disconnect the leash from the animals or humans collar or harness.