Christmas guide · 5 min read

Tartan Christmas Dog Collar: How to Choose the Right Size, Bow Tie and Lead

A personalised tartan Christmas dog collar is the easiest way to get a festive photo and a name-engraved collar in one. Here’s how to pick the size, decide on the bow tie, and get it to you before Christmas.

By Our Gift Shop · November 2026

Red tartan Christmas dog collar with bow tie and matching lead

Key takeaways

Our red tartan collar has a gold-tone buckle engraved with your dog’s name and your phone number.
Choose from five sizes (XS–XL) and four styles: collar, collar with bow tie, collar & lead set, or the full set.
Measure your dog’s neck and add two fingers’ width. If you’re between sizes, go up.
Order by 3 December for UK Christmas delivery. Delivery is free.

Getting the size right

Measure around the middle of your dog’s neck with a soft tape, then add the width of two fingers so the collar sits comfortably. That’s the number to match against the table below.

The collar is adjustable, so the range overlaps between sizes. If your dog falls between two, choose the larger one.

Red tartan Christmas dog collar with detachable bow tie

The tartan collar, bow tie and matching lead together.

Bow tie or no bow tie?

The bow tie is detachable, so one collar can do two jobs.

Choose the bow tie if…

You want the full Christmas-photo look
It’s a gift and you want it to feel complete
Your dog is happy to wear a little extra on the collar

Skip it if…

Your dog tends to chew or tug at things
You want a simple collar to wear all winter

Bow tie sizes match the collar: 7.5 × 5cm for XS, 10 × 6cm for S and M, 11.5 × 6cm for L and XL.

Collar only, or collar and matching lead?

The matching tartan lead comes in the same pattern, so a set looks good on the Christmas walk as well as in photos.

A set suits you if…

You’re buying a gift and want everything in one box
Your dog needs a new lead anyway

Collar only if…

You already have a lead you like
You mainly want the festive look for photos and gatherings

Leads are 120cm for XS–M and 150cm for L and XL.

Christmas Tartan Dog Collar with Bow Tie – Personalised

From £16.99

Soft red tartan collar with a gold-tone buckle engraved with your dog’s name and your number. Optional detachable bow tie.

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Size guide at a glance

Size	Collar width	Fits neck	Lead
XS	13mm	15–28cm	120cm
S	20mm	20–29cm	120cm
M	20mm	27–41cm	120cm
L	25mm	33–52cm	150cm
XL	25mm	37–60cm	150cm

What to engrave and when to order

Enter your dog’s name and, if you like, your phone number at checkout and we’ll engrave them exactly as typed, so please double-check spelling and numbers. You can type N/A to leave the number blank.

Christmas delivery

Personalised collars are dispatched within 7 days, then take 7–9 days to arrive
Order by 3 December for UK delivery before Christmas
Delivery is free, UK and worldwide

Remember that UK law asks for the owner’s name and address on the collar or an attached tag, so see our guide on what to put on a dog tag in the UK.

Tartan Collar & Lead Set – Personalised

Sets from £26.49

Collar and matching tartan lead in one festive set, ready to give as a gift.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I choose the right size?

Measure around your dog’s neck with a soft tape and add two fingers’ width. If you’re between two sizes, choose the larger one. The size table above shows the range each size fits.

Is the bow tie removable?

Yes. The bow tie is detachable, so you can wear it for Christmas and take it off afterwards.

What gets engraved on the buckle?

Your dog’s name and, if you wish, your phone number, exactly as you type them at checkout. Please double-check spelling and numbers, as personalised items can’t be returned for a change of mind.

When do I need to order for Christmas?

Order by 3 December for UK delivery before Christmas. Personalised items are dispatched within 7 days, then take 7–9 days to arrive. Delivery is free.