How to Measure Your Dog For A Knee Brace

📏 How to Take Accurate Dog Knee Brace Measurements

When you decide to invest in a dog knee brace for your best pal, there’s a little prep work involved to ensure the best fit possible. At Specialized Pet Solutions, we provide a soft fiberglass casting kit and ask for picture measurements to build a brace that’s unique to your dog.


🧰 What You’ll Need

To take accurate measurements, gather:

  • 3 people (including yourself)
  • A tape measure
  • A camera or smartphone

Why three people?

  • Person #1 keeps the dog calm and lying down
  • Person #2 holds the tape measure
  • Person #3 takes the photo

If your dog is calm and cooperative, two people may be enough.


🐾 Key Anatomy Landmarks

Understanding your dog’s leg anatomy is essential:

  • Groin: Where the thigh meets the belly (often a change in hair direction)
  • Top of the knee: First bend below the groin
  • Bottom of the knee: Second bend before the hock
  • Hock: The joint just above the paw

📐 Two Required Measurements

Measurement A: Groin to Top of Knee

This ensures the brace isn’t too tall. A brace that’s too long can cause irritation, wounds, or slippage.

Measurement B: Top of Knee to Apex of Hock

This determines the brace’s length and ensures proper range of motion.


✨ Pro Tips for Accuracy

  • Use the casting sock to flatten excess hair for better visibility.
  • Have your dog lie down calmly.
  • Person #2 places the tape measure for Measurement A while Person #3 takes a clear photo.
  • Repeat for Measurement B.
  • Use inches, not centimeters.
  • Make sure the tape measure numbers are clearly visible in the photo.

📤 Submitting Your Measurements

Email your photos to:
📧 [email protected]
Subject line: Your dog’s name + “Measurements” (e.g., Stella Measurements)


📦 Final Steps

  • Return your completed cast and order form to:
    5111 E. Spangle-Waverly Rd. Spangle, WA 99031
  • Give your dog a pat and a treat—they’ve earned it!

📞 Need Help?

Call us at (509) 934-0067 with any questions. We’re here to support you and your pet every step of the way.