How to measure your pet correctly for a well-fitted accessory?

Providing your four-legged friend with a perfectly fitting pet accessory is essential to guaranteeing his safety, comfort and style.

Whether it’s a collar, harness or cushion, accurate measurements are key. Here’s a step-by-step guide to measuring your cat or dog correctly.

What you need before measuring your cat or dog

Before you start, make sure you have the following items:

A flexible tape measure (like those used in sewing)

A treat or toy to keep your pet calm and still

Paper and pen to record measurements

Make sure your pet is in a natural, comfortable position before you start. We advise you to take the measurements at your pet’s quietest time of day.

Measure your pet’s neck size for a perfectly fitting collar

To choose a perfectly fitting MAURICE collar:

Measure your dog‘s or cat‘s neck size: to do this, wrap the tape measure around the neck where the collar will be worn.

Tip: leave a gap of about two fingers between the neck and the tape to ensure that the collar is neither too tight nor too loose.

Measurements to consider when choosing a harness size 

The harness must be both secure and comfortable. The key measurements are :

• Chest circumference: measure the widest part of the rib cage, just behind the front legs.
• Neck circumference: as for the collar, measure the base of the neck.
• Dorsal length: from the base of the neck to the base of the tail.

The right measurements for the right cushion size and a good night’s sleep

To ensure your pet enjoys a restful night’s sleep, it’s also very important to take the right measurements:

• Body length: measure from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail.
• Body width: measure the distance between the shoulders when the animal is lying down.
• Tip: add 10 to 20 cm to each measurement for extra space and optimum comfort.

MAURICE develops and manufactures dog and cat accessories (collars, leads, bow ties, poop bag pouches, harnesses) entirely in France and by hand. The brand is expanding its product range, and is currently working on the launch of high-end cushions for dogs and cats, which are scheduled to be launched during spring 2025. 

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A few practical tips

• Be patient: if your pet moves a lot, take breaks and turn it into a game.

• Make a note of all measurements: create a personal file to avoid having to start from scratch every time you make a purchase.

• See our online MAURICE size guide for details of the different sizes available.

In doubt? Ask us for advice

If you’re not sure, or if your pet is difficult to measure, don’t hesitate to contact us at hello@my-maurice.com. Depending on your pet’s breed and age, we’ll be able to guide you. 

MAURICE: a brand inspired by our three adorable four-legged creatures

MAURICE is much more than a French brand: it’s a love story, a shared adventure and teamwork between humans and animals, but above all, a tribute to the undying spirit of our French bulldog, dog ambassador and clown, Iggy, and our two cats, Ragoll and Birmancat mixed breed, Pilgrim and Scarlett. 

Thanks to them, we continue to dream, create, have fun together and grow, always in search of what brings the most happiness to those who, like Iggy, Pilgrim and Scarlett, make our lives better  and happier every single day.

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