WHY THIS COLLAR
- Sturdy, reliable and comfortable
- Suitable for Whippets, Salukis, Afghans, Greyhounds, other sighthounds (a bit bulky for Italian Greyhounds and small Whippets - please look instead at our Soft Leather Hound Collar)
- The 'fishtail' traditional hound collar is specially designed to provide greater protection of the neck AND minimise risk of slipping over the head
- Made of a full-grain hide leather with padded soft leather lining in a range of stunning classic and contemporary shades
- A sturdy construction that may be a bit stiff initially but softens nicely over time and use
- Goodwill stitching Guarantee*
Handmade in London - happy to answer any questions you may have about suitability for your dog's breed
*please refer to the goodwill stitching guarantee, link at bottom of page
Sizing
Collar Total Length end-to-end including buckle (approx) plus Width at widest point
XXXS = 29cm (W 42mm or 1 and 5/8in)
XXS = 32cm (W 42mm or 1 and 5/8in)
XS = 37cm (W 47mm or 1 and 3/4in)
S = 42cm (W 52mm or 2in)
S/M = 47cm (W 57mm or 2 and 1/8in)
M = 52cm (W 57mm or 2 and 1/8in)
ML = 57cm (W 62mm or 2 and 1/4in)
For ref. standard adult Whippet usually suits size S. Greyhound size M.
Small dogs, allow at least one finger wriggle room. Medium dogs, two fingers. Big dogs, three.
Materials
Full-grain hide leather paired with padded soft European leathers
Colour-fast (will not leech dye onto your dog's coat)*
Solid brass or nickel-plated (silver) solid load-bearing fittings to ensure strength of the collar and security of your dog.
*do not allow the leather to come into contact with chemicals from liquid flea treatments
Care Instructions
Our collars and leads are handmade using carefully selected leather, solid brass or silver fittings, and traditional craftsmanship.
Leather is a natural material, and every dog leads a different life. With a little care, your Dogs & Horses collar or lead will continue to look its best and provide many years of reliable service.
Everyday Care
For most dogs, caring for leather is wonderfully straightforward.
After muddy or dusty walks, simply wipe away any dirt with a soft, damp cloth and allow the leather to dry naturally.
For more stubborn marks, a mild leather cleaner or saddle soap may be used. Always test any cleaning product on an inconspicuous area first.
Leather & Water
Leather is naturally water-resistant, but it is not waterproof.
If your collar or lead becomes wet, simply allow it to dry naturally at room temperature before using it again.
Avoid drying leather on a radiator, using a hairdryer or leaving it in direct sunlight, as excessive heat can cause leather to dry out and shorten its life.
If your dog swims regularly, we'd recommend removing the collar beforehand whenever practical, as repeated soaking isn't ideal for any leather product.
Once the leather is completely dry, an occasional application of a quality leather conditioner or beeswax-based leather balm will help keep it supple and protected.
Conditioning
Leather occasionally benefits from a little nourishment.
Apply a small amount of a good-quality leather conditioner or beeswax-based leather balm using a soft cloth, then gently buff once absorbed.
A little goes a long way.
For collars and leads used in normal conditions, conditioning once or twice a year is usually sufficient.
Brass & Silver Fittings
Our fittings are available in either solid brass or silver, depending on your chosen finish.
Solid brass is a natural metal and will gradually develop a richer patina over time. Many customers enjoy this character, though it can easily be polished back to a brighter finish using a suitable brass polish if preferred.
Silver fittings require very little maintenance. Simply wipe them clean with a soft cloth after use to help maintain their appearance.
When using any metal polish, take care to avoid contact with the leather and ensure all residue has been removed before allowing your dog to wear the collar or lead.
Regular Inspection
We recommend inspecting your collar or lead from time to time, particularly around the buckle, trigger hook, rivets and stitched areas.
Like any item used every day, leather accessories will naturally experience wear over time. Regular inspection helps ensure your dog's comfort and continued safety.
Flea & Tick Treatments
Please avoid allowing leather to come into contact with liquid spot-on flea or tick treatments.
The chemicals contained in these products can damage leather and may affect its colour or finish. We recommend waiting until the treatment has fully dried before replacing your dog's collar.
Storage
When not in use, store your collar or lead somewhere cool and dry, away from direct sunlight or excessive heat.
Avoid storing leather in sealed plastic bags or airtight containers, as natural leather benefits from being able to breathe.
A Natural Material
Every piece of leather is unique.
Small variations in grain, texture and colour are part of the beauty of genuine leather and should not be considered imperfections. They are simply characteristics of a natural material.
With sensible care, your Dogs & Horses collar or lead will continue to perform beautifully for years to come.
Need Some Advice?
If you have any questions about caring for your Dogs & Horses products, we'd always be delighted to help.
Simply get in touch with our team—we're here to ensure your collar or lead continues to give many years of enjoyment.
Hugely impressed with "Dogs & Horses". A little under timepressure the team did everything in their powert to have the collar reach me "just in time". Even better the quality of the collar! The leather is wonderful "soft" and the fit a dream. We have purchased at least 10 collars in the past 15 years and this one is the best there is! Thank you!!!
This is our second collar from dogs and horses Our Vizsla has a tendency to pull and in the past lost fur from his neck and the padded nature and soft leather has stopped the fur loss completely. Our original collar was a little large as there is a lot of variation in the width of a vizsla neck and I erred on the larger side last time, this time I wanted to go smaller and made a mistake on order. The customer service I received from Kristian was exemplary and the new collar we received as an exchange was with us in a week and is perfect
V kind Soo, thank you - and said with a personal soft spot for Vizslas :-)
This is the best quality collar we have come across for our 3 year old whippet Bella. Would highly recommend to others.
The collar is beautifully made and surpasses all my expectation in terms of quality and craftsmanship. I definately recommend their collars. Millie was most helpful in sorting out all my order related requests. She should get a raise.
Honestly the best collars I’ve had, so well made and absolutely beautiful.. 5 stars and highly recommend!
Well made collar,it's quite expensive but you get something that you probably wouldn't be able to buy in a shop.I would recommend buying from this website,and i don't recommend people or companies unless they're good.
We ordered collars for both our Lurchers and they look great. They are evidently well made and I expect they will last a long time. They are quite stiff so we have treated them a couple of times to make them more supple.
Excellent quality and excellent customer service
Lovely products from D&H UK
I ordered a padded hound collar, delivery took rather a long time but didn’t know it had to be made. Well worth the wait. Beautifully made with lovely leather. And good quality buckle. They also make leads so will probably returning for a matching lead.
Delighted with my hound collars, they look fabulous on the dogs and appear to be comfortable too. Thank you D&H
We are extremely pleased with the hound collars, they look gorgeous on our girls, and they seem to be comfortable. I expect they will last for years, but we’ll definitely come back for replacements if/when they do wear out. Great service too! Many thanks D&H
Great quality leather and looks so smart. Love the padding, it is not easy to find such a lovely collar for lurchers. Thank you
beautiful collar which i love, quite stiff but i understand its new!!
This is our second collar from D&H for our Bedlington Terrier who has a tiny but long neck 🙄🤣. He is difficult to fit but the padded hound collars suit him perfectly. They are superb quality, soft leather inner and a really lovely finish. I had great advice on sizing, and a very quick response to my queries, the delivery took just two days. Arthur our dog approves too! I should also note that we get lots of comments about his lovely collar when we are out and about with him!!! Wound recommend without hesitation.
Outstanding customer service!!
We were struggling to get the right size and Kristian was so helpful in sending a few different sizes to try.
This is the 2nd dogs and horses collar we have purchased and would highly recommend!! Super stylish and beautifully made.
Well made collar, premium leather and lovely even stitching.
However, I feel the ring fixing could have been a larger size, which is the only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5.
Would
Beautiful and expertly crafted dog collar. Love the subtle padding to cushion the dog’s neck! It was a bit larger than expected so measured carefully. My pup will grow into it soon!
Wonderful quality and look great on my pets. Makes walkies even more fun.
Beautiful collar for our whippet Nico. There is no one better than Dogs & Horses for extra special collars and leads
D&H Padded Leather Hound Collar Tan and Aqua
Great quality, delivery in the specified time frame and our hound looks very handsome in it. 😍
So pleased with my hound collar. It is well made, sturdy and eye catching. I'm sure it feels comfortable on my dog. Highly recommend customer services who changed my order when I realised I made an error in the measurements.
V pleased by this Elizabeth, thank you for sharing :-)
Really pleased with my hound collat. It is well made and very smart
Customer services were so helpful in getting my order right. Delivery was promp and postage reasonable
I had ordered from Dogs & Horses before several years ago, but I was surprised to receive a call directly from the company owner, Kristian. He had seen my order and was just about to package it up for despatch, but wanted to let me know that their dog collar sizing had changed in the years since I had first ordered and he wanted to be sure I had teh rights sizes. He said that if I measured the necks of my dogs he would recommend the best collar sizes for them. This he did and I then expected a delay to my order, as their products are generally made to order. I was delighted to find that the collars arrived within a week and were both teh perfect size for each of my dogs. Impressive customer service which will guarantee future business from me.
pleased we caught this in time Huw, thank you for the kind words :-)
Padded collar is fantastic because they help to dogs who still pulling don’t get strangle and make them easy to walk. Also they are smart and very comfy for our beloved pups
Thank you, again, as always Jose!
Nicely made. Really pleased with this purchase.
Thank you Glen, glad to hear!
Super smart and durable, and no complaints on comfort! Truly great customer service and super quick delivery. Thank you D&H simply the best there is!
Thanks so much Tim, truly sincerely appreciated!
As they are hand-made it took a little while to receive the collar but as with the last one we bought over 10 years ago it looks beautiful on my whippet. They also repaired a lead for free which shows they have fantastic customer service. Couldn’t be happier.
I bought the tan and aqua collar, it looks very nice and classy on my lurcher.