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We know all too well how frustrating it can be when your accessories arrive but do not fit. Although we always try to advise the right size based on your pet’s breed, it is not always straightforward as sizing standards can differ by brand as well.

However, if you use the following instructions you can be sure the find the perfect size for your pooch or feline friend.

1. TOOLS

2. BEFORE YOU START

For comfort, leave enough room for 2 fingers between the accessory and pet. This additional space ensures that the collar will not be too tight for your pooch, which can cause pain or injury.
Are you in doubt between 2 sizes? Size up!
Depending on the brand and accessory, you may measure your pooch several ways (A, B, C, D).
For the best look make sure the collar, harness, and leash have the same width.
When choosing the right size, don't rely on weight and breed type. Measuring your pooch will give you the certainty you want.

3. HOW TO MEASURE YOUR DOG IN 2 EASY STEPS

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COLLARS

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STEP 1 - FIND YOUR PET’S (A) NECK GIRTH

Make sure to measure the (A) NECK GIRTH when your pet is standing up. Loosely measure the widest part of your pet’s neck leaving at least 2 fingers worth of space between the pet’s neck and measuring tape.

STEP 2 - FIND THE RIGHT COLLAR SIZE

Take the neck size and see if it fits by measuring the collar of your choice from inside the buckle to the adjustment hole (F). Don't measure the overall length of the collar.

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HARNESSES

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STEP 1* FIND YOUR PET’S:

(A) NECK LENGTH

Make sure to measure the (A) NECK LENGTH when your pet is standing up. Loosely measure the widest part of your pet’s neck leaving at least 2 fingers worth of space between the pet’s neck and measuring tape.

Wrap your tape around the widest part of your dog’s torso - (C) CHEST GIRTH, usually right behind the armpits of the front legs. Leave at least 2 fingers worth of space between the harness and belly as well. Now you know the chest girth of your pooch!

(D) SHOULDER LENGTH

To get the (D) SHOULDER LENGTH, start to measure from 2,5 cm behind one front leg, over the shoulder bone to 2,5 cm behind the other front leg. Also called Front of Breast. Leave at least 2 fingers worth of space between the harness and belly as well. Now you know the chest girth of your pooch!

(E) LOWER NECK GIRTH

To get the (E) LOWER NECK GIRTH, measure the circumference of the pet's lower neck Leave at least 2 fingers worth of space between the harness and belly as well. Now you know the chest girth of your pooch!

* OPTIONAL MEASUREMENT - may depend on the product specification

STEP 2 - FIND THE RIGHT HARNESS SIZE
Take the applicable measurements and see if it fits by measuring the harness of your choice from inside the buckle to the adjustment hole.

CLOTHING

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STEP 1* - FIND YOUR PET’S:

(A) NECK GIRTH

Wrap your tape around the widest part of your dog’s torso - (C) CHEST GIRTH, usually right behind the armpits of the front legs. Leave at least 2 fingers worth of space between the outfit and belly as well.

(D) BACK LENGTH

The back length is the length of your pooch’s back. Measure (D) BACK LENGTH from the base of the neck to the base of the tail. Leave at least 2 fingers worth of space between the outfit size and the back size as well.

* OPTIONAL MEASUREMENT - may depend on the product specification

STEP 2 - FIND THE RIGHT CLOTHING SIZE
Take the applicable measurements and see if it fits by measuring the outfit of your choice.

For the right fit, before placing your order please double check whether your size matches the size in the product description.
If you are still not sure about the right size, please CONTACT US.