Abstract: An article-carrying receptacle for attachment to a leash includes a body portion for holding articles placed therein while providing access to the contents thereof by a free hand of the individual holding the handle portion of the leash in a remaining hand. The receptacle is supportingly securable to the leash for use in a manner permitting one-hand operation of the entry closure by the free hand. In an advantageous embodiment the receptacle body portion is in the form of an elongated pouch, receivable in a position proximal a handle portion of a leash, or mounted directly thereto, in the longitudinal direction. A closable opening is conveniently provided along the length of the receptacle for accessing the interior thereof, positioned to provide access by a free hand of the individual.