Outdoor Style All Nylon Martingale Collar
A collar that doesn't fit isn't just uncomfortable — it's unsafe. Too tight, you've got a choking hazard. Too loose, you've got a dog that's slipped the lead. We've been making collars in Colorado since 1995, and we've seen every shape and size of dog walk through our shop. Use this guide to find the right neck size for your breed, then double-check by measuring.
How to measure your dog's neck
- Use a soft tape measure (or a piece of string and a ruler).
- Wrap it around the middle of your dog's neck — where the collar will sit.
- Snug, but not tight. Two fingers should fit comfortably between the tape and your dog's neck.
- Write that number down. That's your neck size in inches.
- When choosing a collar, pick a size where your measurement falls in the middle of the range — not the very end.
Need a printable version? See our full How to Measure Your Dog guide.
Size by breed
These are starting points. Every dog is an individual — measure to confirm.
Toy & Tiny Breeds (Neck: 8"–12")
- Chihuahua
- Yorkshire Terrier
- Pomeranian
- Maltese
- Toy Poodle
- Papillon
Recommended width: 1/2" or 5/8". Anything wider overwhelms a small neck.
Small Breeds (Neck: 10"–14")
- Dachshund
- Jack Russell Terrier
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Boston Terrier
- Miniature Schnauzer
- Shih Tzu
- French Bulldog (small)
Recommended width: 5/8" or 3/4".
Medium Breeds (Neck: 13"–18")
- Beagle
- Border Collie
- Cocker Spaniel
- Australian Shepherd
- English Bulldog
- Brittany
- Whippet
Recommended width: 3/4" or 1".
Large Breeds (Neck: 16"–22")
- Labrador Retriever
- Golden Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Vizsla
- Boxer
- Pointer
- Husky
- Doberman
- Rhodesian Ridgeback
Recommended width: 1" or 1-1/4". For pullers, consider a martingale.
Giant Breeds (Neck: 20"–28"+)
- Great Dane
- Mastiff (English, Bull, Cane Corso)
- Saint Bernard
- Newfoundland
- Rottweiler
- Bernese Mountain Dog
- Anatolian Shepherd
- Great Pyrenees
Recommended width: 1-1/4" or 1-1/2". A wider collar distributes pressure across a powerful neck and looks proportional. See our For Big Dogs collection.
A few tips from our workshop
- Puppies grow fast. If your puppy's neck is between sizes, size up — they'll grow into it. Adjustable collars give you 3–4 inches of room.
- Coat type matters. Double-coated breeds (Huskies, Goldens, Bernese) measure larger when their winter coat is in. Re-measure seasonally.
- The two-finger rule isn't optional. A collar that's too tight can damage the trachea. Too loose and a determined dog will back out of it.
- Leather stretches a little. Our full-grain American leather will give about 1/4" with regular wear. Climbing-grade nylon rope and waterproof PVC-coated nylon hold their size.
- Hardware matters as much as fit. Every collar we make uses European steel D-rings and Japanese YKK polyacetal buckles — the parts that actually have to hold under load.
Still not sure?
Send us your dog's neck measurement and breed and we'll point you to the right collar. We've been doing this since 1995, and every collar we ship is backed by our 1-Year Guarantee with no fine print.
- Hand-built in Colorado since 1995
- Free U.S. shipping on orders over $50
- 1-Year Guarantee: no fine print
Built for the trail, the river, and everything in between. Our Outdoor Style All Nylon Martingale Collar is the everyday workhorse — lightweight, weather-resistant, and ready to go anywhere your dog does.
Woven from heavy-duty polyester webbing with a smooth coated finish, this collar resists mud, water, sand, and burrs. Wipe it clean with a damp cloth and it looks new again. The quick-release side-squeeze buckle snaps open with one hand, and the welded steel D-ring sits flush so it won't snag.
Made in Colorado, USA. Stitched with bonded polyester thread that won't unravel. Finished with European-grade steel hardware that resists rust and corrosion through every season.
Size chart:
S — 5/8" wide, 10"–16" neck range
M — 3/4" wide, 12"–20" neck range
L — 1" wide, 16"–24" neck range
Measure your dog's neck snugly, then add 2" for a comfortable fit.
Full-grain leather: Wipe clean with a damp cloth and let it air-dry away from direct heat. Condition it now and then with a leather conditioner to keep it supple. The leather will darken and soften as your dog wears it.
Climbing rope & nylon: Hand wash in cool water with a mild soap and hang to dry.
Waterproof PVC: Rinse with fresh water after the beach, lake or mud and wipe dry.
Check the hardware and stitching regularly, and replace any collar or leash that shows wear.
Free U.S. shipping on orders over $50. Rates for smaller and international orders are shown at checkout. See our Shipping Policy.
Returns: Unused items in their original packaging can be returned. See our Return & Refund Policy.
1-Year Guarantee: If any Euro-Dog collar, leash or harness fails within a year, email us and we'll repair or replace it. No fine print.
Exchanges: Start a return and place a new order for the size or style you want. We ship the new order right away.
Questions? Email info@eurodogcollars.com.
