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Dog collar fit & care record

One collar, one dog, one date. Record observations; this sheet is not fit approval.

Use the exact current manufacturer measuring, fitting, inspection and care instructions. Specialist designs require product-specific guidance.

1. Product and source

Date checked Optional dog reference (no owner address or medical details) Neck circumference where this collar will sit (cm) Manufacturer and exact model or variant Collar type and use Current manufacturer source or chart URL Source checked date Published size label and exact centimetre band Maker measuring and fitting method

2. Fitted observations

Moved towards or over the head during normal handling Hair trapped at fastener, adjuster, seam, tag or ring, where present Redness, broken skin, swelling, pain response or persistent hair loss Repeated collar pressure, pulling or coughing

Do not deliberately pull the collar over the head. A "No" does not prove escape security.

3. Equipment and care

Tick only after a clear check; use notes for no, not checked or not applicable.

Current maker instructions followed during normal handling.

Fastener and adjuster, where present, behave normally during handling.

No visible material, stitching or edge damage.

No distortion, cracking or sharp edge at ring, tag or attachment parts where present.

Current maker wet or muddy cleaning and complete-drying instructions followed.

Condition notes

These are visual and normal-use observations, not a pull test, strength test or waterproof test.

4. Action and review

Identification requirements checked separately against current GB or NI rules; no personal details recorded here.

Walking attachment reviewed separately where there is pulling, coughing or repeated neck pressure.

Next review date Action or advice sought

Review sooner after growth, grooming, weight change, wet use, damage or changed maker instructions.
If the collar slips, hardware is damaged, or pain, skin change or repeated coughing is present, stop relying on this record and seek appropriate manufacturer, veterinary or qualified welfare or training advice.
Check current official identification guidance at gov.uk/get-your-dog-cat-microchipped (GB) or nidirect.gov.uk/articles/dog-licensing-and-microchipping (NI).