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Dog Bandana Sizing Guide

How to measure your dog’s neck and get the fit right without guessing.

Quick fit rule

Measure at the base of the neck. Add room based on the style.

Tie-on: add 1–2 inches.

Snap-on: add ½ inch.

Between sizes: size up.

Step 01

Measure Your Dog’s Neck

Wrap a soft measuring tape around the base of your dog’s neck, right where a collar would sit. Keep it snug, not tight. You should be able to slide two fingers underneath comfortably.

Step 02

Add Some Room

For tie-on bandanas, add 1 to 2 inches so you have enough length to tie a knot. For snap-on styles, add about half an inch for a closer collar fit.

Size chart

General Dog Bandana Size Guide

Breed is a rough guide. Neck size is what matters.

XS7–10 in

Chihuahuas, Yorkies, toy breeds

S10–13 in

Pugs, French Bulldogs, Shih Tzus, Dachshunds

M13–17 in

Beagles, Cocker Spaniels, Bulldogs, Corgis

L17–21 in

Labradors, Golden Retrievers, Standard Poodles

XL21–25 in

Great Danes, Saint Bernards, Mastiffs

Fit styles

Tie-On vs. Snap-On

Most flexible

Tie-On Bandanas

Tie-on bandanas give you the most adjustment room. They are great for dogs between sizes, puppies still growing, or anyone who wants a more forgiving fit.

Fast and clean

Snap-On Bandanas

Snap-on bandanas attach directly to the collar. They are quick to put on and less likely to move, but the sizing needs to be more precise.

Fit notes

A Few Things That Affect the Fit

Coat thickness: fluffy dogs may need an extra half inch.

Collar width: very wide collars can affect snap-on fit.

Puppies: size up or choose tie-on for more adjustment.

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