Description
Made exclusively for BLD by artisan craftsmen in Ohio, and completed to order in our own workshop, these collars are the best quality you’ll find anywhere. The BLD logo assures quality and a lifetime of durability. Our hardware is always solid brass, unlike the cheap nickel or steel buckles found on other dog products (chrome-plated solid brass for silver color). Fastened with a screw post for optimal structural strength, and a leather keeper loop to keep the billet end from curling over time. Our collars also don’t have the stiffeners required for less expensive leather; you’ll appreciate the quality and suppleness immediately. The round portion of the collar is triple-layered leather and expertly stitched, then rounded and sealed for a smooth surface. Our leather is from premium American hides. Yes, all this costs more, but we believe it’s worth it for the superior feel and function.
Measuring:
- Measure your dog’s neck as you want it to fit (do not add extra length).
- Or measure the length of your existing collar to the hole that fits.
- Our collars sizes are measured to the holes that fit, to reflect the dog’s actual neck size! We think this is more accurate.
- The layered leather and stitched construction will have minimal stretch; measuring is important to get the right fit.
- The width refers to the width of the leather at the buckle. The round part is narrower, and the same on all sizes.
Sizing:
- 3/4″ wide, medium dogs
- 14-16″ (35-41 cm) neck size
- 15-17″ (38-44 cm) neck size
- 1″ wide, large dogs,
- 18-20″ (45-51 cm) neck size
- 20-22″ (51-55 cm) neck size
- 22-24″ (56-61 cm) neck size
- 25-27″ (63-69 cm) neck size
Color:
Golden Tan Bridle Leather with solid brass hardware. This natural leather is hand-oiled to bring out the rich color and suppleness. Tan leather darkens to a beautiful chestnut brown with use and age. Stamped with gold BLD logo. Solid brass hardware is standard.
Black Latigo Leather with chrome-plated solid brass hardware. The rich black is colorfast and does not fade or bleed. Stamped with silver BLD logo. Chrome plated solid brass hardware (SILVER color) is standard. Note: brass hardware can stain white/light coated dogs; the oil in dogs’ coats can create tarnish, a harmless chemical reaction.
Carolyn Brummel (verified owner) –
This is by far the best rolled leather collar I have ever seen, and it’s held up very well to farm life, weekly hiking, daily beach runs, and wet Pacific Northwest weather. The quality of the leather is truly exceptional and comparable to the well made equestrian bridles on our horse farm. Super strong with high quality hardware, but still lightweight and very soft, my dog gives the collar 4 paws up and literally comes happily to me every morning with his tail wagging to put on his comfortable collar! My groomer (with 40 years of experience) loved this collar when I showed it to her for my 68 lbs long haired Goldendoodle and was very impressed, and it’s helped him stay mat free under his collar. It’s an absolute steal for less than $50, and blows away the competition at twice the price, as I returned collars for several other companies and kept this BLD collar. Shipping was fast and customer service very professional. I love supporting small business owners, particularly companies started by women, and highly recommend this company, and I’ve bought several well made and affordable products.