Instructions
Make sure your dog is standing when you take your measurements.
Measure the entire length of your dog's back, starting from the bottom of his collar to the end of his back, right up to where it meets his tail.
Take some additional measurements. Measure just behind her front legs, and the circumference of his chest and neck, usually under the collar where it's thickest.
Stretch your measuring tape out between the front legs of his chest to get the measurement for the distance between the two legs.
Determine the circumference around your dog's tummy using the widest area. Also measure the circumference around his front leg, where her leg meets her body.
Allow 1/4 to 1/2-inch variance on all your measurements. If a measurement is a fraction of an inch, it's usually best to round up to the nearest whole number.
How to Size a Dog for Clothes
There are so many practical, cute clothes for your dog, including raincoats with detachable hoods, winter coats, t-shirts, shorts, booties, socks and even life jackets or floats. They all come in a variety of styles and colors. It's important to properly measure your dog before you make your purchase to ensure a proper fit.