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Dog Collar Sizes by Breed

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Choosing the right size collar for your puppy or dog doesn’t have to be difficult! Check out some frequently asked questions, learn how to measure your puppy or dog’s neck size, and determine the size of collar you need based on your dog’s breed with our dog collar size chart below.

Puppy Collar Size by Breed

The size of collar your puppy needs will depend on the breed and current size of your pet. For example, smaller breed puppies that weigh 10 pounds or less will probably need a collar with a length of 12 inches or less, whereas larger breed puppies that weigh 15 pounds or more will probably need a collar with a length of over 12 inches.

Toy Breed Dog Collars

Toy breed dogs are small dog breeds that weigh 15 pounds or less when fully grown—and they get their name because they resemble stuffed animals in size. Some examples of toy breed dogs include Pomeranians, Chihuahuas, Yorkies, Shih Tzus, Toy Poodles, and Pugs—and the neck size of toy breeds typically ranges from 4 inches to 16 inches.

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Dog Collars for Small Breeds

Small breeds are dogs that weigh 25 pounds or less when fully grown and typically stand under 10 inches tall. Some examples of small breed dogs include Boston Terriers, Jack Russel Terriers, Fox Terriers, Miniature Poodles, and Scottish Terriers—and the neck size of small breeds typically ranges from 11 inches to 18 inches.

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Dog Collars for Medium Breeds

Medium breeds are dogs that weigh over 25 pounds but less than 50 pounds when fully grown. Some examples of medium breed dogs include Beagles, Cocker Spaniels, Border Collies, and Goldendoodles—and the neck size of medium breeds typically ranges from 13 inches to 18 inches.

Dog Collars for Large Breeds

Large breeds are dogs that weigh 50 pounds or more when fully grown and have a height of around 24 inches or higher. Some examples of large breed dogs include Alaskan Malamutes, Boxers, Bull Terriers, Great Danes, German Shepherds, and Siberian Huskies—and the neck size of large breeds typically ranges from 16 inches to 22 inches or more.

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How Do I Know My Dog’s Collar Size?

Use flexible measuring tape and wrap it around your dog or puppy’s neck. However, be sure to not wrap it too tight; you want to measure where you want the collar to sit. In other words, don’t push deep into the fur, because you want to be able to fit two or three fingers between your dog’s neck and the collar.
 
If you do not have flexible measuring tape, you can use yarn, a piece of string, or some other flexible material instead and then use a ruler to determine the measurement. Another great way to determine the size you need is to measure a collar that already fits your dog or puppy.
 
For more information on how to find the right size collar for your dog, check out our blog on dog collar sizing.

Dog Collar Size Chart by Breed

Use the dog collar size chart below to determine the collar size you need for your dog or puppy based on its breed.

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Dog Breed Neck Size (in.) Weight (lbs.) Suggested Size
Akita 20 – 24 70 – 130 Large – Extra Large
Afghan Hound 16 – 22 58 – 64 Medium Long – Large
Airdale Terrier 16 – 22 42 – 46 Medium Long – Large
Alaskan Malamute 15 – 22 71 – 95 Medium Long – Large
American Eskimo 16 – 20 18 – 35 Medium Long – Large
Alaskan Malamute 15 – 22 71 – 95 Medium Long – Large
American Eskimo 16 – 20 18 – 35 Medium Long – Large
American Eskimo Miniature 13 – 16 15 – 25 Medium – Medium Long – Large
American Indian Dog 16 – 22 30 – 60 Medium Long – Large
American Pit Bull Terrier 14 – 18 30 – 65 Medium – Medium Long
Australian Kelpie 15 – 21 25 – 45 Medium Long – Large
Australian Shepherd 16 – 22 35 – 75 Medium Long – Large
Australian Shepherd Miniature 10 – 14 15 – 35 Small – Medium
Basenji 10 – 14 20 – 26 Small – Medium
Basset Hound 16 – 22 40 – 60 Medium Long – Large
Beagle 12 – 18 18 – 30 Medium Long – Large
Bedlington Terrier 14 – 18 17 – 23 Medium – Medium Long
Belgian Malinois 16 – 20 55 – 75 Medium Long – Large
Bichon Frise 14 – 18 10 – 14 Medium – Medium Long
Black And Tan Coonhound 19 – 23 70 – 85 Large – Extra Large
Border Collie 14 – 18 27 – 45 Medium – Medium Long
Border Terrier 11 – 13 11 – 16 Small – Medium
Boston Terrier 12 – 18 10 – 25 Medium Long – Large
Boxer 16 – 22 55 – 75 Medium Long – Large
Britany 14 – 16 30 – 40 Medium – Medium Long
Bull Terrier 12 – 18 50 – 60 Medium – Medium Long
Bull Terrier Miniature 12 – 18 25 – 40 Medium – Medium Long
Bulldog (American) 18 – 24 60 – 120 Large – Extra Large
Bulldog (English) 18 – 24 49 – 55 Large – Extra Large
Bulldog (French) 12 – 16 18 – 28 Medium – Medium Long
Cairn Terrier 10 – 16 12 – 16 Small – Medium Long
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 10 – 16 13 – 18 Small – Medium Long
Chihuahua 8 – 14 2 – 6 Extra Small – Medium
Chinese Crested 8 – 11 5 – 10 Extra Small – Small
Chow 18 – 24 45 – 65 Large – Extra Large
Cocker Spaniel 12 – 16 26 – 35 Medium – Medium Long
Collie 18 – 22 50 – 75 Large
Dachshund Miniature 8 – 12 9 – 15 Extra Small – Small
Dachshund Standard 16 – 20 16 – 32 Medium Long – Large
Dalmatian 14 – 20 45 – 65 Medium Long – Large
Doberman Pinscher 18 – 24 66 – 88 Large – Extra Large
English Setter 18 – 24 65 – 80 Large – Extra Large
Fox Terrier 10 – 16 14 – 18 Extra Small – Medium
German Shepherd 18 – 24 50 – 90 Large – Extra Large
German Shorthair Pointer 15 – 17 40 – 65 Medium Long
Golden Retriever 16 – 24 55 – 75 Medium Long – Extra Large
Goldendoodle (Miniature) 14 – 16 30 – 45 Medium – Medium Long
Goldendoodle (Standard) 16 – 22 40 – 50 Medium Long – Large
Greyhound 14 – 18 55 – 80 Medium – Medium Long
Greyhound Italian 8 – 11 7 – 14 Extra Small – Small
Havanese 8 – 14 7 – 13 Extra Small – Medium
Irish Setter 16 – 22 53 – 70 Medium Long – Large
Irish Terrier 16 – 20 25 – 27 Medium Long – Large
Jack Russell Terrier 10 – 14 14 – 18 Small – Medium
King Charles Cavalier 10 – 16 12 – 18 Small – Medium Long
Labradoodle 14 – 20 50 – 65 Medium – Large
Labradoodle Miniature 12 – 16 30 – 50 Medium – Medium Long
Labrador Retriever 18 – 24 55 – 80 Large – Extra Large
Lhasa Apso 12 – 16 13 – 15 Medium – Medium Long
Louisiana Catahoula Leopard 16 – 21 50 – 95 Medium Long – Large
Lurcher 13 – 20 35 – 100 Medium – Large
Maltese 10 – 14 6 – 9 Small – Medium
Old English Sheepdog 18 – 24 60 – 65 Large – Extra Large
Papillon 8 – 12 9 – 11 Extra Small – Small
Pekingese 12 – 16 8 – 10 Medium – Medium Long
Pembroke Welsh Corgi 14 – 16 25 – 38 Medium – Medium Long
Pharoah Hound 10 – 14 40 – 60 Small – Medium
Pinscher Miniature 8 – 11 8 – 10 Extra Small – Small
Pit Bull 14 – 18 30 – 70 Medium – Medium Long
Pomeranian 10 – 14 9 – 13 Small – Medium
Poodle (Miniature) 10 – 16 15 – 17 Small – Medium Long
Poodle (Standard) 12 – 18 45 – 70 Medium – Medium Long
Poodle (Toy) 8 – 14 6 – 9 Small – Medium
Portuguese Water Dog 15 – 20 60 – 95 Medium Long – Large
Pug 12 – 16 14 – 18 Medium – Medium Long
Puggle 12 – 18 15 – 30 Medium – Medium Long
Rat Terrier 13 – 16 11 – 14 Medium – Medium Long
Rottweiler 24 – 30 77 – 130 Extra Large
Saluki 13 – 18 40 – 60 Medium – Medium Long
Schipperke 10 – 14 14 – 45 Small – Medium
Schnauzer Miniature 10 – 16 13 – 15 Small – Medium Long
Schnauzer Standard 14 – 20 30 – 35 Medium – Large
Scottish Terrier 14 – 20 19 – 23 Medium – Large
Shar Pei 16 – 20 35 – 55 Medium Long – Large
Shetland Sheep Dog “Sheltie” 11 – 18 11 – 24 Small – Medium Long
Shiba Inu 14 – 17 17 – 23 Medium – Medium Long
Shichon 10 – 18 12 – 14 Small – Medium Long
Shih Tzu 10 – 14 12 – 16 Small – Medium
Siberian Husky 16 – 22 40 – 55 Medium Long – Large
Silky Terrier 10 – 14 8 – 10 Small – Medium
Springer Spaniel 14 – 18 49 – 55 Medium – Medium Long
Staffordshire Terrier 14 – 20 50 – 65 Medium – Large
Vizsla 15 – 22 49 – 62 Medium Long – Large
Weimaraner 16 – 22 55 – 85 Medium Long – Large
West Highland Terrier 14 – 16 15 – 22 Medium – Medium Long
Wheaten Terrier 18 – 22 32 – 37 Large
Whippet 13 – 15 30 – 35 Medium
Yorkshire Terrier 6 – 12 4 – 7 Extra Small – Small
Yorkshire Terrier (Teacup) 4 – 8 2 – 3 XX Small – Extra Small
Rhodesian Ridgeback 20 – 23 64 – 90 Large – Extra Large

 

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