What size collar is right for your doggie? Collar Size Chart for Dogs

May 2, 2020

Collar check! Snapping on a new collar for your fur-iend is easy, but there are a few tricks to keep that pup comfy and secure. Let's talk snug fits!

Fitting a collar isn't just a one-and-done deal! Even though it's simple, your dog's weight can change over time, so keep an eye on that collar fit on a regular basis. Remember, a comfy pup is a happy pup!

How to measure:

No more collar confusion! To find the perfect fit, measure your pup's neck with a tape measure (snug, but not tight, with three fingers room). Then, add an inch for comfort when choosing a collar size.
Let's play the "three-finger test"! Slide those digits under your pup's collar. No room? Time to adjust! Weight changes happen, so regular fit checks keep tails wagging happily and safely.
Please note that lower quality collars often list the total length of the collar as their ‘size’ and this can lead to buying a collar that is too small.

Surprise collar for your furry friend? Or is measuring a tail-chasing tornado mission impossible? No sweat! Our handy chart below lists average neck sizes and weights for popular breeds. It's the perfect cheat sheet for pup-tacular gifts or when your wiggle meter is off the charts.

Checking the fit and comfort:

You should be able to fit 3 fingers comfortably between your dog’s collar and their neck.

Large dog standing while person checks their collar size by placing 3 fingers under her collar.

Only room for 2 fingers? Time to loosen for happy walks. Can slide your whole hand under? Tighten it up to avoid accidental escapes!

Popular breeds and their average neck size and weight:

Breed	Average Neck Size	Average Weight	Top 50 Breeds
Labrador Retriever	18-24″	55-80 LBS	1
German Shepherd	18-24″	50-90 LBS	2
Golden Retriever	16-24″	55-75 LBS	3
Bulldog (French)	12-16″	18-28 LBS	4
Bulldog (English)	18-24″	49-55 LBS	5
Beagle	12-18″	18-30 LBS	6
Poodle (Standard)	12-18″	45-70 LBS	7
Rottweiler	24-30″	77-130 LBS	8
Yorkshire Terrier	6-12″	4-7 LBS	9
German Shorthair Pointer	15-17″	40-65 LBS	10
Boxer	16-22″	55-75 LBS	11
Siberian Husky	16-22″	40-55 LBS	12
Dachshund Standard	16-20″	16-32 LBS	13
Great Dane	20-26″	99-200 LBS	14
Pembroke Welsh Corgi	14-16″	25-38 LBS	15
Doberman Pinscher	18-24″	66-88 LBS	16
Australian Shepherd	16-22″	35-75 LBS	17
Schnauzer Miniature	10-16″	13-15 LBS	18
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	10-16″	13-18 LBS	19
Shih Tzu	10-14″	12-16 LBS	20
Boston Terrier	12-18″	10-25 LBS	21
Pomeranian	10-14″	9-13 LBS	22
Havanese	8-14″	7-13 LBS	23
Shetland Sheep Dog “Sheltie”	11-18″	11-24 LBS	24
Bernese Mountain Dog	20-26″	75-100 LBS	25
Britany	14-16″	30-40 LBS	26
Springer Spaniel	14-18″	49-55 LBS	27
Bullmastiff	26-28″	99-130 LBS	28
Cocker Spaniel	12-18″	26-35 LBS	29
Vizsla	15-22″	49-62 LBS	30
Pug	12-16″	14-18 LBS	31
Chihuahua	8-14″	2-6 LBS	32
Maltese	10-14″	6-9 LBS	33
Weimaraner	16-22″	55-85 LBS	34
Newfoundland	26-32″	110-152 LBS	36
Cane Corso	22-30″	88-110 LBS	37
Border Collie	14-18″	27-45 LBS	38
Basset Hound	16-22″	40-60 LBS	39
Collie	18-22″	50-75 LBS	40
Rhodesian Ridgeback	20-23″	64-90 LBS	41
West Highland Terrier	14-16″	15-22 LBS	42
Belgian Malinois	16-20″	55-75 LBS	44
Shiba Inu	14-17″	17-23 LBS	45
Bichon Frise	14-18″	10-14 LBS	46
Akita	20-24″	70-130 LBS	47
St. Bernard	26-32″	140-260 LBS	48
Wheaten Terrier	18-22″	32-37 LBS	49
Bloodhound	22-28″	88-105 LBS	50

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