Using a tape measure, determine your dog’s neck size, then add two to three inches. You don’t want the collar to be loose enough to come off over her head and you definitely don’t want it to be too tight, which can cause choking and skin irritation. Different manufacturers label their small, mediums and larges differently, but the neck measurement (15”-17”, for example) should be on the product tag.
If your dog is a puppy and still growing, an adjustable collar is a must, and you should check the fit often. There are collars for every conceivable size of dog from teacup to super gigantor. You’ll need a smaller lightweight collar for a little guy and a heavy-duty wide one for the big lugs.
Nylon is durable, comfortable and comes in lots of great colors from hot pink and purple, to safety orange or yellow, to a more sedate black or blue. It’s great to have the phone number on the collar as well, in case of emergency, or in case your pooch meets a pal at the park and wants to follow up with a call.
But for something a little more classic, though equally upscale, you can now get your pal’s name emblazoned on a fine leather collar, with your choice of paw, fleur de lis or bone motif. To bark for!
Looking for something slightly more understated? This classic bridle version will turn your pooch into the talk of the park.
Finally, check this baby out! If you’re bothered by constant tag jingling, this model provides a slip-on metal nameplate that remains blissfully silent. You can fit up to five lines of info on it, which is nice if your pet has a medical alert situation or if you have multiple emails/phone numbers. And it looks great too. No wonder they call it “The Perfect Collar.”
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