Since collars, harnesses, bow ties, and bandanas are custom-made, it's important to take accurate measurements to ensure a product that fits your dog's build.

All measurements should be taken using a tape measure. If you don't have a tape measure, you can use a piece of string and then measure the length of the string with a ruler.

Collars

• Measure your dog's neck circumference where the collar naturally sits. Make sure the tape measure isn't loose, but also isn't choking your dog. If the collar is too large, the dog can easily slip out, and if it's too tight, it will be uncomfortable or even dangerous for your dog.

Harnesses

• Neck circumference: This is not measured in the same place as the collar, but a few centimeters below (towards the shoulders).
• Chest circumference: This is where the back part of the harness goes. The measurement should be taken 2 to 3 centimeters wide behind the elbow.
• Back length: This is the length between the point on the spine where the chest circumference was measured and the withers (the small bony point you feel at the base of the neck).
• Belly length: This is the length between the point under the belly where the chest circumference was measured and the tip of the sternum (bony point you feel at the base of the throat).

Bandanas and bow ties

• Take the neck circumference measurement as indicated for collars and add 5 centimeters.