Size guide – Zero DC SHORT harness
SHORT harness
| Size | Neck circumference (cm) | Chest circumference (cm) | Back length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MINI I | 20-24 | 35-45 | 20-25 |
| MINI II | 24-27 | 40-55 | 26-30 |
| SX | 27-30 | 45-60 | 31-36 |
| SL | 30-35 | 50-65 | 37-43 |
| S | 35-40 | 55-75 | 44-53 |
| SB | 30-35 | 55-75 | 40-48 |
| S/M | 40-44 | 65-80 | 53-60 |
| M | 45-50 | 65-80 | 60-68 |
| L | 50-55 | 75-95 | 65-72 |
| XL | 54-58 | 85-100 | 65-75 |
| XXL | 55-60 | 90-115 | 75-80 |
| XXXL | 60-65 | 95-125 | 80-90 |
Manufacturer’s size guide: measure your dog (neck circumference, chest circumference behind the front legs, back length from the withers to the base of the tail) and compare with the ranges. SB (wide chest, narrow neck) and S/M are intermediate sizes. If between sizes, contact us with the measurements.
How to measure your dog
Dog standing, with a flexible tape measure lying flat (or a piece of string measured against a ruler). “Tape snug” means touching the fur without compressing it.
- Measurement 1 – Neck circumference: just below the throat, where the harness sits, with the tape snug. Also note the measurement with 3 fingers lying flat slipped under the tape.
- Measurement 2 – Chest circumference: around the widest part of the rib cage, just behind the front legs, with the tape snug. Also note the measurement with 4 fingers lying flat slipped under the tape.
- Measurement 3 – Back length: from the withers (base of the neck) to the base of the tail. Measure three times and keep the average.
- Measurement 4 – Neck circumference at the base: at the thickest part of the neck, with the tape snug, then with 3 fingers slipped underneath (useful for custom fitting).
- Measurement 5 – Belly circumference: at the narrowest point, just in front of the groin, with the tape snug, then with 3 fingers slipped underneath (useful for custom fitting).
To choose a size from the chart, measurements 1, 2, and 3 with the tape snug are sufficient. If between sizes or for a dog outside the standard range, send us all five measurements along with the breed, age, and weight: the manufacturer also makes custom harnesses. If in doubt, include a side-view photo of the dog.
