How to Measure Your Dog for a Soft Cone | Cuddle Cone

The steps below will help you choose the right size the first time. A properly fitted soft recovery cone helps prevent licking and chewing while keeping your dog comfortable during recovery.

What you'll need to measure:

  1. Neck circumference: Measure around your dog’s neck where a collar naturally sits.
  2. Depth: Measure from the collar line to the tip of your dog’s nose.

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Cuddle Cone size chart

Match your pet’s neck measurement and cone depth to the chart below. If your pet is between sizes or has a longer snout, sizing up may be best.

Cone Size Neck Circumference (inches) Depth (inches)
X-Small 6.5 – 10 4.5
Small 7 – 11 5
Medium 9.5 – 13 7
Large 11.5 – 15 8.5
X-Large 13.5 – 17 10
2XL 18 – 24 11
3XL 22 – 26 16

Measurement diagrams

Use the diagrams below as a quick visual guide for measuring neck circumference and cone depth.

Diagram showing how to measure a dog for a recovery cone (neck circumference and depth)

Soft recovery cone diagram showing collar layout and fit