How to measure your cat for a harness: Find the perfects fit
Our harnesses are made to fit almost all cats, but if you want to find out more precisely if our harness will fit your cat, here are the steps
What you’ll need to measure your cat:
You'll need a soft tape measurer, like those found in sewing cuts. If you don’t have one piece of string or shoelace should do if you don't have one on hand!
How to find the two measurements
- Front measurement: Measure a girth around your cat’s neck, right above the collarbones.
- Back measurement: Measure a girth around your cat’s chest, just behind the front legs
Harnesses should fit comfortably, but not too tightly. You should be able to slip two fingers between the harness and your cat's skin if he is wearing it correctly - this will ensure that they cannot remove their harness on their own or break free.
It is important to check the size of your harness often and adjust it as necessary, especially in kittens. Kittens grow quickly!
Here's a tip for those with furry cats: make sure you measure the skin and not their fur! You want your harness to fit right around them, so it isn't too loose.
Don’t hesitate to email us if you have any more questions on how to measure your cat for his first harness.
