A drying robe only works as intended when it stays in contact with the damp coat without restricting normal movement. Breed labels are not enough: two dogs of the same breed can have different back lengths, chest shapes and coat volume.
What you need
- a flexible measuring tape;
- your dog standing naturally on a level surface;
- a second person or a few treats if your dog moves during measuring; and
- the current size chart for the exact robe you are considering.
1. Measure the back length
Start at the base of the neck where a collar normally rests and measure along the spine to the base of the tail. Do not measure up the neck or down the tail. Keep the tape following the body without pulling it tight.
2. Measure around the body
Measure the circumference around the broadest part of the chest or ribcage specified by the product’s chart. A drying robe needs enough room for the dog’s body and coat, while its belly strap still needs to secure correctly.
3. Consider coat volume
A dense or long coat can occupy more space than a short coat even when the dogs share the same skeletal measurements. Use the manufacturer’s chart and contact support when a dog sits directly between sizes; do not choose from weight alone unless the chart explicitly says to do so.
Reset Robe size chart: centimetres and inches
These are the supplier-listed measurements on the current Reset Robe product record. Inches are rounded conversions. Back range is the recommended dog measurement; neck and chest figures are maximums, not target measurements.
| Size | Robe length | Dog back range | Max neck | Max chest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 33 cm / 13.0 in | 28–33 cm / 11.0–13.0 in | 40 cm / 15.7 in | 55 cm / 21.7 in |
| S | 40 cm / 15.7 in | 34–40 cm / 13.4–15.7 in | 54 cm / 21.3 in | 70 cm / 27.6 in |
| M | 50 cm / 19.7 in | 41–50 cm / 16.1–19.7 in | 60 cm / 23.6 in | 85 cm / 33.5 in |
| L | 60 cm / 23.6 in | 51–60 cm / 20.1–23.6 in | 66 cm / 26.0 in | 100 cm / 39.4 in |
| XL | 75 cm / 29.5 in | 61–75 cm / 24.0–29.5 in | 76 cm / 29.9 in | 110 cm / 43.3 in |
Three measurements before choosing a size
- Back: base of the neck to base of the tail.
- Neck: around the neck where the robe closure will sit, without pulling the tape tight.
- Chest: around the broadest part of the ribcage, behind the front legs.
Example: a 45 cm back, 45 cm neck and 70 cm chest fall within the listed M limits. This is a chart example, not a fit guarantee. If one measurement exceeds that size’s maximum, do not choose from back length alone. Compare the next size’s coverage and ask us before ordering if no size fits all three measurements.
Check the fit when the robe arrives
- The neck area should sit flat without pressing into the throat.
- The belly strap should secure the robe without pinching.
- The dog should be able to walk, sit and lie down normally.
- The robe should cover the intended part of the back without dragging on the floor.
- Straps and fabric should not obstruct urination or normal movement.
Introduce the robe gradually
Some dogs are comfortable with clothing immediately; others need a slower introduction. Let the dog investigate the robe, place it briefly, reward calm behaviour and remove it before extending the wearing time. Never force a stressed dog into a garment.
About the Pawdelou Reset Robe
The Reset Robe is an adjustable drying robe with adjustable collar and belly straps, currently available in sizes XS–XL. The table above reproduces the current product-page sizing. The supplier title calls the fabric microfiber while its description lists nylon, so fibre composition is not independently verified. If the listed chart and your dog’s measurements do not make the choice clear, use the Pawdelou contact form before ordering.
For help deciding whether a robe fits your routine at all, read dog drying robe vs towel and how to dry a dog after a rainy walk.