Peaks Crema Fleece Jumper

How to measure your dog

Go to ‘Size Guide‘ in the topbar menu for a more detailed guide, with images to help illustrate how to take the back measurement.
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Chest : Measure around the chest at the widest point.

Back : Start your measurement where you can feel the top of your dog’s shoulder blades, make sure not to measure to the base of the neck. Make sure your dog is standing straight and measure down the back, ending at the base of the tail. Do not measure onto the tail. See the Whiptails ‘Size Guide’ here for images to help illustrate this.

Neck : Take your measurement at the base of your dog’s neck, at the widest point.

GREYHOUNDS Important Measuring Tip

On average, you can expect your greyhounds back length to be roughly 3-5″ shorter than you are used to buying from other retailers. For example, greys who would normally wear a 28/30″ back would need a 24/25″ from Whiptails. The length of all garments is much longer than the length of your greyhounds back. Generally, the vast majority of greyhounds fit into the size M. Sizes L/XL are suited for greyhounds larger than is standard for the breed. For the best fit I would not recommend adding extra length to the back as garments will sit out of shape. Whiptails apparel has been tried and tested with the help of greyhounds around Scotland to ensure the most accurate fit.

Italian Greyhound Measuring Tip

If your Italian Greyhound falls between the Whippet XS & Italian Greyhound XL, opt for the XL Italian Greyhound. If your iggy measures 17″ on the back, for legless styles I’d recommend the iggy XL – Although measurements are similar, the clothing is shaped differently between the breeds.