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Best Leather Collars for Small Dogs and Puppies
Chihuahua wearing a thin leather collar Selecting a comfortable, lightweight collar for your small dog breeds can be a challenge. Thankfully, at Kegdog, it was one of our earliest ventures. We have been focused on comfort and collar weight for many years and we have a few options up our sleeves to help you out. At Kegdog, our collars are made to measure rather than sold in standard sizes. Our small-breed range includes lightweight and slim-cut versions of several of our regul

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Why the Two-Finger Rule Doesn't Work for Measuring a Dog Collar
This quick guide explains why adding fingers to your measurement won't get a better fit than a custom made dog collar. Read more to discover why at Kegdog, we work with accurate measurements.

Kegdog
Sep 95 min read


How Wide or Thin Should My Dog's Collar Be?
Daschund puppy wearing a Thin Housecollar Choosing the right width for your dog's collar starts with the dog in front of you. Your dog's size and build come first. Then think about what you want the collar to do. At Kegdog, we make collars in several different widths because the same width isn't right for every dog — or every activity. How wide or thin the collar is that you select for your dog depends on several factors. Wide or Thin? Thin width (12mm) Thin – Lightweight le

Kegdog
Sep 86 min read


Are Leather Dog Collars the Most Comfortable Choice for Your Pet?
What factors make leather dog collars a comfortable and well fitting option for all dogs?

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Nov 13, 20244 min read


Are leather dog collars better than nylon?
Leather vs Nylon Dog Collars: Which Is Better? If you're choosing between a leather and nylon dog collar, the simplest difference is this: nylon is inexpensive, lightweight and easy to wash, while good leather offers a more substantial, comfortable and potentially very long-lasting piece of equipment. At Kegdog, we make leather dog collars, so we're certainly not impartial. We choose leather because, for most of the collars and leads we make, we believe it is the better mater

Kegdog
Nov 13, 202410 min read


Sustainable and Ethical Dog Collars: Does it Matter?
When purchasing a collar from a large nationwide pet shop, you'll immediately notice rows upon rows of identical collars lining the...

Kegdog
Apr 5, 20244 min read


How to clean a leather dog collar or lead
When leather gets dirty, it isn't advised to wash it in the same way that you would with fabric. Follow these easy steps detailing how to...

Kegdog
Mar 31, 20242 min read


Best Collars for Big Dogs
Finding a strong, suitable collar which will be best for big dogs can be a challenge. Thankfully that is ground we started on at Kegdog...

Kegdog
Mar 31, 20241 min read


Should I use a Headcollar for my dog?
It can be hard to decide when is it the right time to use a headcollar for your dog. Sometimes it is just a precautionary measure, other...

Kegdog
Mar 31, 20242 min read


Rolled Leather Options for Long-haired Dogs
Rolled leather is a great option for any breed of long-haired dog as it reduces damage on the coat. Leather is smooth and doesn't grab...

Kegdog
Mar 31, 20242 min read


Brass or Silver Hardware?
When picking your dog's collar hardware, it can be difficult to pick between brass and silver for your needs. Let's compare the pros and...

Kegdog
Mar 30, 20241 min read


How to pick a collar for your sighthound
Selecting a collar for your greyhound, whippet or other sighthound breed is easier when you break down the benefits of each type of collar.

Kegdog
Mar 22, 20242 min read
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