Urban Explorer Collar: Choosing the Right Fit for Active Dogs

Quick answer

Choose the Urban Explorer Collar if you want a lightweight, padded collar that handles daily walks, hikes, and wet weather without weighing your dog down. Measure your dog's neck snugly, add about two fingers of room, and confirm the collar sits high on the neck with two fingers fitting underneath.

Decision rules for fitting the Urban Explorer Collar

• Measure the neck, not the old collar: Use a soft tape measure around the base of your dog's neck, where the collar normally sits. Keep the tape snug but not tight. If you don't have a soft tape, use a piece of string and measure it against a ruler. Write down the measurement in centimeters or inches and keep it handy for sizing.
• Add room for movement: Add about two fingers' width (roughly 2–3 cm or 1 inch) to your neck measurement. This allows the collar to sit comfortably without being loose enough to slip over the head. For dogs with thick coats, measure over the fur as the collar will sit. If your measurement falls between two sizes, choose the larger size only if the smaller size would be too tight to fit two fingers underneath.
• Check the fit on the dog: With the collar on, you should be able to slide two fingers between the collar and your dog's neck. The collar should sit high on the neck, just behind the ears and jaw, not down on the shoulders. It should not twist easily or slide over the head when your dog shakes. Recheck the fit after your dog has worn the collar for a few minutes of activity, as the collar may settle.
• Adjust for activity level: For hiking or swimming, a slightly snugger fit (still with two fingers of room) keeps the collar from catching on obstacles. For everyday walks, the same fit works. Never tighten the collar so much that it presses on the throat or restricts breathing. If you need a collar for a dog that pulls hard, consider a harness instead of relying on the collar for control.

Product facts

• Urban Explorer™ Collar: The Urban Explorer Collar is made of durable stain- and water-resistant materials with full-length soft, breathable padding. This means it can handle wet, muddy walks and still stay comfortable against your dog's neck during longer outings.

  

• Urban Explorer™ Collar: It has dual aluminum D-rings and 3M reflective details. The two D-rings give you a secure leash attachment, and the reflectors improve visibility when you're walking in low light.

Who the Urban Explorer Collar is for

Best for

• Active dogs that walk, hike, or swim regularly and need a lightweight, padded collar
• Owners who want a single collar that resists water and stains and has reflective details for low-light walks

Not for

• Dogs that slip out of standard buckle collars or need a martingale-style collar for security
• Owners looking for a collar with a specific width or hardware option not listed in the product details