Which dog breeds need large-breed puppy apparel?
Dog breeds that will weigh 50 lbs. or more at maturity usually need large-breed puppy apparel when they're young. Large breeds like boxers, doberman pinschers, german shepherds, golden and labrador retrievers, huskies, rottweilers, and poodles tend to be large even as puppies, so be sure to shop for apparel that's big enough for these larger young pups. Chewy has a great selection of all the best large-breed puppy apparel, so you should have no trouble finding the perfect clothes for your new bestie!
How do I measure my large-breed puppy for apparel?
Measure your large-breed puppy for apparel by taking back length, chest girth, and neck girth measurements using a soft tape measure or rope. Find your puppy's back length by measuring from the base of his neck to the base of his tail. Measure around the widest part of your dog's torso, just behind the front legs, to get his chest girth measurement. Get a neck circumference measurement by measuring around your dog's neck where the collar usually sits. When measuring, be sure to pull the tape measure so it sits snugly against your dog's body, but not so tight that you can't comfortably slide two fingers underneath it. Compare all three measurements to the size chart for each apparel item you're considering, and size up if your puppy is between sizes.