Pandaloon Sizing Guide

Over 95% of people who measure get a great fit on the first try!

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STEP 1: GRAB YOUR PUP AND TAPE MEASURE!

Start by measuring your pet from head to toe.
Next, if your dog has a neck that curves forward, make sure you extend your tape measure along the chest and neck as part of the head-to-toe measurement.
Last, measure your pet's shoulder width.

  • Height - Measure up to TOP of head, not shoulder
  • Shoulder Width - Measure shoulder to shoulder (or girth if preferred)
  • For dogs with longer necks, measure along neck to allow for more fabric
  • For wide builds or very short legs, see extra detail diagrams below
  • Need a measuring tape? Printable Measuring Tape

STEP 2: MATCH PET SIZE TO COSTUME SIZE

Sizes available:

  • Panda, Teddy Bear, Bunny: Size 0-5
  • Unicorn: Size 0-4
  • Lion: Size 1-4
  • Bee, Koala, Penguin: Size 1,3
  • Polar Bear: Size 1-2
See more detail about each size below!

Now that You've Measured, Which Size is Right for Your Pet?

Size 0: Tiny or Short-Legged Dogs

Very tiny dogs or dogs with short legs such as Yorkies, tiny Chihuahuas (usually 3-5 lbs.), mini Dachshunds
  • Height 11-12 inches at TOP of head
  • Short legs 2.5-3.5 inches from paw to armpit
  • Girth up to 16 inches
    • If girth is 18+ inches, please check shoulder to shoulder width is 6 inches or less
  • Not for most cats unless legs are short. Cats should size up to size 1 if legs are 3.5-5 inches long
  • Panda, Unicorn, Bunny and Teddy Bear styles only. Additional styles coming soon

Happy customers include:

  • Yorkies
  • Tiny Chihuahuas
  • Shorter Dachshunds

Size 1: Very Small Dogs or Average Cats

Dog weight varies but usually < 9 lbs. and light build
  • Height 13-14 inches at TOP of head
  • Girth up to 21 inches
    • If girth is 18+ inches, please check shoulder to shoulder width is 6 inches or less
  • Light / average builds ONLY!
  • For wide shoulders, see size 3
  • Not for broader shoulders such as Pugs and Frenchies (check shoulder width diagram)

Happy customers include:

  • Smaller Cats
  • Brussels Griffon 8-11 lbs.
  • Chihuahua 6-10 lbs.
  • Dachshund 18-24 lbs. (if legs > 3.5 in.)
  • Havanese (very small) 7 lbs.
  • Japanese Chin 9 lbs.
  • Maltese 6-9 lbs.
  • Papillon 5-9 lbs.
  • Pomeranian 4-9 lbs.
  • Shih Tzu 9-12 lbs.
  • Toy Poodle 6 lbs.
  • Yorkie (taller) 6-9 lbs.

Size 2: Very Small Dogs or Cats with Longer Legs

Dog weight varies but usually < 12 lbs., light build such as Mini Poodles
  • Height 15-16 inches at TOP of head
  • Girth up to 21 inches
    • If girth is 18+ inches, please check shoulder to shoulder width is 6 inches or less
  • THIN BUILDS ONLY: for longer legged mini breeds
  • Not for broader shoulders such as Pugs and Frenchies (check shoulder width diagram)

Happy customers include:

  • Most Cats
  • Border Terrier 13 lbs.
  • Boston Terrier (smaller) 12 lbs.
  • Chihuahua Mix (taller) 11 lbs.
  • Chinese Crested 10 lbs.
  • Min Pin 8-11 lbs.
  • Mini Poodle 12 lbs.
  • Pomeranian (taller) 12 lbs.
  • Rat Terrier (Mini) 12 lbs.
  • Shih Tzu (taller) 16 lbs.

Size 3: Small to Medium Dogs

Small-medium dogs, wider shoulders also fit (i.e., Corgis, Frenchies, Havanese). See below for weight examples
  • Height 17-19 inches at TOP of head
  • Girth up to approx. 27 inches
    • If girth is 24+ inches, please check shoulder to shoulder width is 8 inches or less
  • Not available in Polar Bear

Happy customers include:

  • Beagle 19 lbs.
  • Bichon Frise 16 lbs.
  • Boston Terrier 15 lbs.
  • Cockapoo 16 lbs.***
  • Corgi 24-30 lbs.
  • Frenchie 18-30 lbs.
  • Havanese 16 lbs.
  • Jack Russell Terrier 15 lbs.
  • King Charles Cavalier 13 lbs.
  • Min Pin 15 lbs.
  • Mini Doodle 14 lbs.***
  • Mini Schnauzer 18 lbs.
  • Pug 16 lbs.
  • Rat Terrier 19 lbs.
  • Shiba Inu (small) 17 lbs.
  • Spaniel (smaller) 15 lbs.
  • Westie 22 lbs.

    ***Poodle mixes vary in height. Please measure/add length along neck.

Size 4: Lower Medium-Sized Dogs

Medium sized dogs, wider shoulders are okay (i.e., smaller English bulldogs). See below for weight examples
  • Height 20-23 inches at TOP of head
  • Girth 19-30 inches
    • If girth is 27+ inches, please check shoulder to shoulder width is 9 inches or less
  • Not yet available in Koala, Penguin, or Polar Bear

Happy customers include:

  • American Staffordshire Terrier (small) 45 lbs.
  • Beagle 26 lbs.
  • Boston Terrier 25 lbs.
  • Cockapoo 18-24 lbs.***
  • Cocker Spaniel 25 lbs.
  • English Bulldog 45 lbs.
  • English Cocker Spaniel 29 lbs.
  • Frenchie 35 lbs.
  • King Charles Cavalier 18 lbs.
  • Mini Aussie 28 lbs.
  • Mini Doodle 23 lbs.***
  • Rat Terrier 24 lbs.
  • Sheltie 27 lbs.
  • Shiba Inu 24 lbs.
  • Welsh Terrier 23 lbs.

    ***Poodle mixes vary in height. Please measure/add length along neck

Size 5: Upper Medium-Sized Dogs

Medium sized dogs, wider shoulders are okay (i.e., English bulldogs). See below for weight examples.
  • Height 24-28 inches at TOP of head
  • Girth 24-38 inches
    • If girth is 33+ inches, please check shoulder to shoulder width is 11 inches or less.
  • Available in Panda, Teddy Bear, and Bunny

Happy customers include:

  • American Staffordshire Terrier 60 lbs.
  • Australian Shepherd (smaller) 35 lbs.
  • Australian Cattle 40 lbs.
  • Border Collie 35 lbs.
  • Brittany 35 lbs.
  • English Springer Spaniel 45 lbs.
  • Mini Doodle 28 lbs.***
  • Portuguese Water Dog (small) 35 lbs.
  • Standard Poodle (small) 40 lbs.***
  • Standard Schnauzer 40 lbs.
  • Wheaten Terrier 35 lbs.

    ***Poodles and doodles vary in height. Please measure/add length along neck