Measuring Your Dog for a Perfect Fit: Collars and Harnesses

Measuring Your Dog for a Perfect Fit: Collars and Harnesses

Awoo Measuring Guide Info Graphic Image with drawing of dog showing all the different ways to measure for dog harness and dog collar.

When it comes to your pup, finding the perfect fit for their collar and harness is crucial for their safety, training, and overall comfort. That's why having not only the right gear but the right-sized gear is essential. Follow our guide below, along with our top 5 tips for an accurate fit, to ensure that your furry friend struts confidently and securely on every walk!

Top 5 Tips to Remember When Measuring:

  1. Supplies: A flexible measuring tape is the easiest tool to use, but if you don't have one, you can use a piece of string or ribbon and compare the sizing to a flat ruler.
  2. Snug but not Tight: We recommend being able to fit 2 fingers between the collar and their skin for a comfortable and secure fit during outdoor adventures.
  3. Measure Regularly: Dogs, like us, can experience changes in size over time. Make it a habit to measure your dog regularly, adjusting their accessories as needed.
  4. Size Up: If your pup falls between sizes, always choose the larger size for a better fit.
  5. Make It Fun! When measuring your pup or introducing them to a new collar or harness, make it a positive and enjoyable experience. Use treats or toys to create a positive association and never force them into anything they're uncomfortable with.

Two images of a black dachshund side by side showing a woman with blue nails measuring the dog's neck with a flexible measuring tape.

Measuring for the Marty and Pack Collar:

Step 1: Neck Measurement Measure your dog's neck circumference by wrapping a tape measure snugly around the lower middle of their neck.

Two images of a black dachshund being measuring. The first images shows a measuring tape around the dogs neck while the second photo shows its waist being measured by flexible measuring tape.

 Measuring for the Huggie Harness:

Step 1: Neck Girth Measurement Measure your dog's neck circumference by wrapping a tape measure snugly around the base of their neck.

Step 2: Chest Girth Measurement Measure the circumference of their body 1-2" behind their shoulder or at the widest part of their chest.

 Two images of a black dachshund being measured for harness. First image shows the waist being measured and the second images shows the chest being measured.

Measuring for the Roam Harness:

Step 1: Chest Front Measurement Measure the depth of your dog's chest by stretching the tape measure across the front of their chest, starting behind the left shoulder and ending behind the right shoulder.

Step 2: Chest Girth Measurement Measure the circumference of their body 1-2" behind their shoulder or at the widest part of their chest.



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