Frequently Asked Questions

At 2 Hounds Design we are always delighted to hear from our customers.

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Weā€™ve answered some of your most common questions here, but if you donā€™t see an answer to your question, pleaseĀ Contact Us!

General

  • We have an entire page dedicated to sizing information for all 2HD products. Ā In general, we always recommend purchasing the smallest size that still fits for both the Freedom No-Pull Harness and collars.Ā  If your dogā€™s neck measures 17 inches, we would recommend the Medium (14-18 inches) rather than the Large (15-20 inches) unless you are ordering a martingale collar that needs to slip over the head (in that case, please order the smallest size that will still go over your dogā€™s head).

  • Martingale collars are traditionally used for sighthounds or dogs with heads smaller than their necks because it closes gently behind the ears and prevents escape. Ā This type of collar does not have a buckle closure of any kind and must slip over the head.

  • The best of both worlds, side release (buckle) collar with a martingale loop that you donā€™t have to slip the collar over your dogā€™s head.

    Please note:

    • We do not recommend the Buckle Martingale in sizes XSmall or Small, as the hardware dominates the collar and makes it difficult to adjust/use.
    • You lose adjustability when you add the buckle in on the collar. Ā We recommend measuring your dog carefully and definitely order the smallest size that still fits. Ā For example, a 15 inch neck needs a size medium buckle martingale collar.

  • This is the type of collar that most people are used to seeing with a standard side release buckle closure.

    Some people like to use buckle collars to hold tags on their dogs when walking with a harness.