To ensure your beloved four-legged friend gets the perfect dog accessory, it's important to take the correct measurements. Here are the steps for correctly measuring your dog's chest circumference, neck circumference, and back length:
Chest girth: The chest girth is a crucial measurement to ensure that harnesses, dog jackets and other dog clothing fit well.
- Place the tape measure around the widest part of your dog's chest, roughly behind the front legs.
- Make sure the tape measure is snug but not too tight.
Neck circumference: The neck circumference is important when ordering collars or dog harnesses.
- Wrap the measuring tape around your dog's neck, roughly where the collar normally sits.
- Make sure there is enough space for two fingers between the measuring tape and your dog's neck to ensure comfortable wearing.
Back length: Back length is important when purchasing dog coats or clothing.
- Have your dog stand up straight.
- Measure from the base of the neck (where the neck meets the back) to the beginning of the base of the tail.
- Make sure that the tape measure runs along your back and is not pulled too tight.
Once you have determined these measurements, you can choose the right size for your dog from the size chart below.
Sizes Dog Harnesses Step-In Leather/ Apple Leather
| Size | Chest circumference | Weight |
| XS-S | 25 - 32 cm | 1.4 - 2.9 kg |
| ML | 32 - 38 cm | 3.0 - 5.0 kg |
| XL-XXL | 44 - 50 cm | 5.1 - 7.5 kg |
Sizes dog harnesses fully adjustable (neoprene)
| Size | ribcage | abdominal circumference | Weight | Breeds |
| XS | 26 - 31cm | 28 - 43 cm | 2.3 - 3.5 kg | Yorkshire, Bolonka, Pomeranian, Poodle etc. |
| S | 32 - 42 cm | 31 - 48 cm | 4.5 - 9.0 kg |
Pug, Boston Terrier, mixed breeds |
| M | 36 - 48cm | 45 - 68 cm | 9.5 - 16.5 kg | French Bulldogs, Shiba Inu etc. |
Sizes leather collars with/ without rhinestones
| Size | Neck circumference |
| XS | 16 - 21 cm |
| S | 22 - 27 cm |
| M | 28 - 33 cm |
| L | 34 - 39 cm |
| XL | 40 - 45 cm |
Standard sizes for our dog coats - dog sweaters
| Size | Chest circumference | length | Weight | race |
| XS | 26 - 30 cm | 21 - 26 cm | 700g - 2kg | Mini Chihuahua |
| S | 31 - 35 cm | 25 - 29 cm | 1.5 - 2.7 kg | Chihuahua / small Maltese |
| M | 36 - 40 cm | 28 - 32 cm | 2.7 - 3.8 kg | Maltese/Yorkie |
| L | 41 - 44 cm | 32 - 35 cm | 3.8 - 4.6 kg | Pomeranian |
| XL | 45 - 49 cm | 39 - 43 cm | 4.6 - 5.8 kg | Cavalier King |
Dachshund sizes
| Size | Chest circumference | length | Weight |
| T1 | 35 – 40 cm | 37 – 42 cm | 3.5 – 4.5 kg |
| T2 | 41 – 45 cm | 42 – 45 cm | 4.5 – 6.5 kg |
| T3 | 46 – 51 cm | 44 – 46 cm | 6.5 - 9.0 kg |
Sizes for French Bulldogs
| Size | Chest circumference | length | Weight |
| 2 | 50 - 56 cm | 32 - 33 cm | 10 - 13 kg |
| 3 | 57 - 62 cm | 33 - 37 cm | 14 - 16 kg |
If you're unsure, don't hesitate to contact our customer service. We'll be happy to help you find the perfect size for your pet so they feel completely comfortable. contact@carolinacorrodi.com or +41765189911