Sighthounds often have long, slender necks and a head-and-neck shape that differs from many other dogs. That makes measurement and collar proportion especially important. A collar should be selected for the individual dog rather than from breed name alone.
Start with the neck measurement
Use a soft measuring tape around the point where the collar will naturally sit. Keep the tape comfortably close without pulling it tight, record the measurement in centimetres and compare it with the Richmond Hound Size Guide.
Avoid choosing a size by measuring an old collar. Leather can change with wear, and an existing collar may sit differently from the new one.
Why sighthound collars are broader
A broader, tapered profile gives a sighthound collar a different shape from a conventional narrow collar. The design provides a larger contact area around the neck while tapering toward the fastening points for a more balanced silhouette.
A specialist Richmond Hound sighthound collar is in development as part of the future range and remains subject to final fit validation, specification and quality-control release.
Check fit before every walk
Once fitted, the collar should sit securely and comfortably without obvious pinching, excessive looseness or twisting. Check the buckle, hardware, stitching and leather condition regularly. If any component appears damaged or the fit has changed, stop using the collar until it has been reassessed.
Fit matters more than the breed label
Whippets, greyhounds, Italian greyhounds and other sighthounds can vary considerably in size and proportion. The product concept is therefore a starting point, not a substitute for measuring the dog in front of you.
What to explore now
Review the Size Guide, browse the current Signature Leather Collar and Signature Leather Lead, or register for Founding Hounds if you would like to be considered for specialist fit feedback.