Ecoweave Red Plaid Dog Collar: Fit and Care Guide

Quick answer

Measure your dog's neck snugly and add two fingers of space for a comfortable fit. Hand wash or machine wash on gentle with mild soap, then air dry to keep the Ecoweave Red Plaid Dog Collar looking bright and lasting longer.

How to fit and care for your Ecoweave Red Plaid Dog Collar

1. Measure your dog's neck correctly: Use a flexible tape measure around the middle of your dog's neck where the collar naturally sits. Keep it snug but not tight. Add two fingers of space between the tape and your dog's neck. If you don't have a tape, use a piece of string and measure it against a ruler. A common mistake is measuring too loosely or too tightly. The two-finger rule gives a comfortable, secure fit.
2. Adjust the collar to the correct length: Slide the buckle to the hole that matches your measurement. The collar should be snug enough that it won't slip over your dog's head, but loose enough that you can slide two fingers underneath easily. Check the fit again after a few hours of wear. If the collar is too loose, your dog might back out of it. Too tight can cause rubbing or hair loss.
3. Wash the collar when it gets dirty: Hand wash with mild soap and warm water, or machine wash on a gentle cycle using cold water. Use a small amount of mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners, as they can weaken the webbing. Machine washing is fine, but skip the fabric softener—it can reduce the strength of the recycled webbing.
4. Air dry the collar completely: Lay the collar flat or hang it to air dry away from direct sunlight or high heat. Do not put it in a dryer or use a hair dryer. Heat can damage the recycled plastic webbing and cause it to become brittle over time. Drying in direct sun can fade even sublimated patterns. A shaded spot indoors works best.
5. Inspect the collar regularly: Check the bartacks (the reinforced stitching at each seam) and the buckle for signs of wear. Because this collar has no plastic slider hardware, the buckle and stitching are the key areas to watch. Replace the collar if you see frayed threads or a cracked buckle. Catching wear early prevents a sudden break during walks. The bartacks are strong, but no collar lasts forever.

Product facts

• Ecoweave Red Plaid Dog Collar: Our Ecoweave collars & leashes feature webbing made from recycled plastic bottles. This recycled webbing is strong and lightweight, but it can be sensitive to high heat, so air drying is recommended.

  

• Ecoweave Red Plaid Dog Collar: Super bright sublimated process outlasts standard printed collars. The pattern is embedded into the webbing rather than printed on top, so it won't peel or fade quickly even with regular washing.