Size Guide
Every listing carries its own measurements. This page explains how to use them.
Measuring your pet
- Length: nose to base of tail, with the pet standing.
- Weight: the most reliable single number. Weigh yourself, then yourself holding the pet, and subtract.
- Girth: around the widest part of the chest, behind the front legs. Needed for anything worn.
Beds
A bed should be about 1.25x your pet's body length so they can stretch out. Cats and pets that curl to sleep can go closer to body length; dogs that sleep flat on their side need the extra room.
| Size | Pet weight | Internal length |
|---|---|---|
| Small | up to 10 lb / 4.5 kg | about 20 in / 50 cm |
| Medium | 10-18 lb / 4.5-8 kg | about 24 in / 60 cm |
| Large | 18-25 lb / 8-11 kg | about 30 in / 75 cm |
Bowls
Cats and flat-faced breeds do better with wide, shallow bowls that keep whiskers clear of the sides. Deep narrow bowls suit longer muzzles.
Still unsure?
Email support@thetinypet.com with your pet's weight and a photo. We would rather answer first than process a return.