Finding the Perfect Fit: Your Guide to Dog Collar, Harness, and Fleece Sizing
Dog Size Guides
Ensuring your dog’s accessories fit properly is crucial for their comfort and safety. Below are guidelines to help you measure your dog accurately and select the appropriate sizes for collars, harnesses, and fleeces.
Collar Size Guide
The measurements provided indicate the minimum and maximum adjustments possible for each collar size. For instance, if your dog’s neck measures 42 cm, they might fit both Small and Medium sizes. However, if 42 cm is closer to the Medium’s range, it’s advisable to choose the Medium, especially for growing puppies.
Breed Examples for Collar Sizes:
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Extra Small: Mini Dachshund, Maltese, Maltipoo, Chihuahua, Toy Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and most small breed puppies.
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Small: Mini Dachshund, Cockapoo, Cavapoo, Westipoo, Jack Russell, Bichon, Mini Schnauzer, Poodle, Pug Puppy, Frenchie Puppy, and most medium-sized puppies.
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Medium: French Bulldog, Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, Pug, Beagle, Puggle, Shiba Inu.
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Large: French Bulldog, German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Labrador, Husky, Rottweiler, English Bulldog.
Note: These examples serve as a general guide. Individual dogs may vary in size even within the same breed, so always measure your dog to ensure the correct fit.
Adjustable Harness Size Guide
The measurements below represent the adjustable ranges for the neck (A) and chest (B), along with the length of the harness body (C). For example, if your dog’s measurements are:
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A (Neck): 40 cm
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B (Chest): 54 cm
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C (Body Length): 19 cm
While these measurements might fit within a Small size, being at the upper limit suggests opting for a Medium for better comfort.
Breed Examples for Adjustable Harness Sizes:
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Extra Extra Small: Small breed puppies, Mini Dachshund, Toy Breeds, Miniature Maltese, Yorkie, Maltipoo, Poochon, Brussels Griffon, Cavachon, Shih Tzu.
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Extra Small: Mini Dachshund, Maltese, Yorkie, Maltipoo, Poochon, Brussels Griffon, Cavachon, Shih Tzu.
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Small: Mini Dachshund, Jack Russell, Bichon, Cockapoo, Yorkie, Cavapoo, Lhasa Apso, Pug.
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Medium: Corgi, Cockapoo, Westipoo, Standard Dachshund, French Bulldog, Pug, Border Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
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Large: French Bulldog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, English Bull Terrier, Border Collie, Puggle, English Bulldog, Cocker Spaniel.
Note: These are general guidelines. Individual sizes can vary within breeds, so always measure your dog to ensure the correct fit.
Fleece Size Guide
Breed Examples for Fleece Sizes:
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Small: Mini Dachshunds, Chihuahua, Jack Russell, Pug, Cockapoo, Shih Tzu, Mini Schnauzer.
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Medium: Cocker Spaniel, Corgi, French Bulldog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, English Bull Terrier, Puggle, Border Terrier.
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Large: German Shepherd, Labrador, Husky, Hungarian Vizsla.
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Extra Large: Husky, Golden Retriever, Dalmatian, Bernese Mountain Dog, Alaskan Malamute, Pointer.
Note: These examples are intended as a general guide. Individual dogs may vary in size even within the same breed, so always measure your dog to ensure the correct fit.
Measuring Tips
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Neck: Measure around the base of the neck where the collar sits, ensuring enough room for two fingers to fit comfortably.
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Chest: Measure the widest part of the chest, just behind the front legs.
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Body Length: Measure from the base of the neck to the base of the tail.
Always allow a two-finger width room inside your measurements to ensure comfort. If your dog’s measurements fall between sizes, it’s generally best to choose the larger size.
By following these guidelines, you can ensure your dog’s accessories provide both comfort and functionality.
Measuring Guides
Which size collar should I get?
1. Measure the circumference around your dog’s neck.
2. Add a two finger with inside of your measurement.
3. Check the guide below to find the size that is right for your dog.
Size | Measurement |
Extra Small | 21-28cm |
Small | 28-43cm |
Medium | 33-51cm |
Large | 41-66cm |
How to Measure for a Harness
Size | Base of Neck | Chest Circumference | Base of Neck to Behind Armpit |
Extra Small | 26-36cm | 26-51cm | 19cm |
Small | 31-46cm | 35-61cm | 21cm |
Medium | 36-51cm | 41-71cm | 25cm |
Large | 41-60cm | 56-84cm | 29cm |
Extra Large | 56-84cm | 56-112cm | 31cm |
How to Measure for an Adjustable Harness
Size | Base of Neck | Chest Circumference | Base of Neck to Behind Armpit |
Extra-Extra Small | 18-23cm | 28-33cm | 16cm |
Extra Small | 29-36cm | 36-48cm | 17cm |
Small | 35-44cm | 41-54cm | 19cm |
Medium | 39-51cm | 46-61cm | 20cm |
Large | 42-56cm | 57-83cm | 22cm |