Replacement Breakaway Segment
Fonts & character limits
Suggested Line Limits:
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3/8” buckles - 1-2 lines, up to 12 characters per line
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5/8" buckles - 3 lines or less.
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3/4" buckles - 3-4 lines or less
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1" buckles - 5 lines or less.
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1.5" buckles - up to 8 short lines.
- Less than 15 characters per line is STRONGLY recommended.
- Basic fonts are best for small buckles or lots of text
- Script fonts are best paired with MINIMAL text and/or large buckles
- CHECK - YOUR - SPELLING! We copy and paste so be sure to have it correct
- There will be *no refunds or exchanges* on engraved items. All sales are final on personalized items.
- You may request up to 2 digital proofs for no extra charge.
- We reserve the right to make small changes to your text for balance and legibility reasons.
Size charts
Each collar style has its own sizes. Our sizes are unique to our brand. Refer to the product page description for sizing not shown here.
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Actual size ranges may vary by up to 1". Please measure your pet prior to ordering and utilize our FREE custom sizing to ensure the best fit and avoid the hassle of returns.
Width Guidelines
A very flexible rule of thumb for choosing width:
- 3/8" for toy breeds, under 10 lbs
- 5/8" for small breeds, 10-30 lbs
- 3/4" for medium breeds, 20-50 lbs
- 1" for large breeds, 40-100 lbs
- 1.5" for giant breeds, 100+ lbs
Sizing
As always, Fox Valley Pet Wear will custom-size your gear to fit your pet for no extra charge! All you need to do is provide measurements with your order.**
** if your measurement and request-details align with one of our standard sizes, we may provide the standard size. We will use our professional opinion or reach out to you with questions.
One more thing about custom sizing...
Keep in mind we cannot add range to one end without sacrificing range from the other. Expect roughly 3" of range for small sizes, 5" for medium sizes, 7" for large sizes, and so on.
returns & exchanges
- Returns and exchanges of non-personalized collars are accepted
- Personalized (engraved) items are not eligible for return or exchange
- Shipping costs are always non-refundable.
- Only new, unused, unworn items are eligible for return or exchange.
Colors & Prints
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Moving and need to update your pet's buckle information? Looking to replace a lost or damaged Breakaway segment of your Fox Valley Pet Wear breakaway collar? This item is for you!
This listing covers ONLY the small section with the female end of the quick release buckle, a D-ring, and the female end of the breakaway clasp.
In order to process orders as efficiently as possible, you will need to include your original order number with your order so that we can be sure to send you the appropriate segment that will be compatible with your existing collar. If you are unable to find your original order number, please tell us the name it was ordered under, the platform on which it was ordered (this website, Etsy, in-person, etc) and we will do our best to locate your original order. Orders missing this information are subject to cancellation.
Buckle Options
Choose appropriate buckle option to match your existing collar. Plastic buckles will not work with metal buckles and vice versa. You are welcome to upgrade to an engraved buckle at the discounted price, and you are welcome to purchase a plain buckle to replace a personalized one.
Please note, we are only able to provide replacements of IN-STOCK fabrics and prints. If your original fabric/print/color is no longer available, we will contact you via e-mail. Feel free to e-mail us prior to ordering to verify availability.
If you also need to replace your hook & loop piece, please see this item to order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are "Quick Release" buckles the same as "Breakaway" buckles?
This one is so common and so many pet-parents are horrified to learn that "quick release" is NOT the same as "breakaway." Quick release buckles, also called side-release buckles, have two 'buttons' on their sides that a person must squeeze or pinch to open. They are 'quick' compared to the older style belt-type closure that has a tongue-buckle and holes punched in the other end. Quick release buckles can be opened under pressure - tongue-buckles must be tightened slightly to open them fully - this is problematic if the collar is already pulled too tightly.
Breakaway buckles or breakaway clasps will pop open with a certain amount of force and do not require a human to do so. Breakaway clasps are ideal for unsupervised activities. Use with a leash requires the leash clip to be clipped to both D-rings to bypass the breakaway feature. Failure to secure both D-rings on a leash or tie out will result in the collar falling off and the dog getting loose.
Can I order a BREAKAWAY collar WITHOUT D-rings?
Yes! You are welcome to request we omit D-rings on any breakaway collar (excludes all pre-made clearance items). Leave a note in the 'Order Special Instructions' box at checkout or the personalization text box to omit them.
This modification should only be considered if you NEVER plan to clip a leash to the collar - for instance, you always walk your dog on a harness.
Double check your sizing - customization of this nature make a collar ineligible for return/exchange.
What is the buckle reinforcement?
Our breakaway clasps are engineered to work with dogs of all sizes, so they have a relatively low break force (8lbs on 5/8" and wider collars, 5lbs on 3/8" wide collars) to safely accommodate smaller dogs. The hook and loop reinforcement (similar to 'Velcro') provides approximately 12-15 additional pounds of break force.
Reinforcement pieces are removable, replaceable, and adjustable. We include a buckle reinforcement piece with all collars 13" and longer*.
Replacements can be ordered here.
*reinforcement pieces are not recommended or supplied for any semi-breakaway martingales unless you experience frequent accidental breakaways.
Are metal buckles breakaway?
No, metal buckles are not breakaway. HOWEVER - Choosing a metal buckle will not affect the breakaway function of your collar! Each of our dog breakaway collars have two clasps - a traditional side-release buckle that you must 'pinch' to open AND a plastic breakaway clasp.
See also the difference between 'quick release' and 'breakaway' buckles.
What collar material should I choose?
We offer 4 different materials throughout our website. Each has its benefits!
Nylon Webbing
- Many solid colors available (also available with a reflective stripe)
- Heavy duty - 4,200lbs tensile strength (1" width) and 1.8mm thick
- Made in the USA
- Smooth, soft, & supple
- Will stretch slightly over time
- May fade with UV exposure, especially 'neon' colors
- Some color-transfer may occur on light fur - wash in cold water to prevent further color-transfer
PRINTED / PATTERNED Polyester Webbing
- Tons of fun prints to choose from
- Heavy duty - 1,200lbs tensile strength (1" width) and 2mm thick
- Designed and printed in the USA
- Smooth, soft, & supple
- Resistant to UV exposure, mildew & rot, and faster drying than nylon
- Color-fast
- We continually add new prints
Biothane Waterproof Webbing
- PVC-coated polyester webbing measuring 2.5mm thick
- Waterproof & Stinkproof
- Made in the USA
- 1000lb per inch tensile strength
- Easy to clean - just wipe with soap and water
- Stiffer and thicker than other materials
- Latex free
- Stays soft and flexible in cold temperatures
- Will outlast most leather and nylon products of similar styles
- Our Biothane® line has a soft matte finish with leather-texture embossing. It's not tacky or sticky like other coated webbings
- We are continually adding new colors
Cotton-Wrapped Polyester
- Lots of great patterns to choose from
- 100% cotton fabric - great for sensitive skin
- Strong polyester webbing core provides tensile strength
- Cotton fabrics may be imported, but webbing core is made in the USA
- Not as durable as other options - will show wear after extended use
- No exposed webbing to contact the pet's skin or fur
- Extremely lightweight, soft, and flexible
- We are in the process of phasing-out cotton fabrics - no more will be added.
Let customers speak for us
I bought one of these for all five of my dogs because I have 2, 18 month old standard poodles and they play pretty rough at times. These are high quality, excellent looking collars and they work as advertised!
Bought a breakaway because my shiba got caught on one of my cabinet handles with a regular collar...so this is safe but has his name in case he gets out of the house…we use his harness for walks. Love the pattern
Had this for about a month on a Kong 1.25 wide collar. Fits great no chance of it coming off without us taking it off. We got slate and font is easy to read and hasn't been scratched even with dogs wrestling and playing rough. Would definitely buy again down the road.
I was expecting fabric like most of the decorative collars, but this is the webbing so it should look nice for much longer! Really cute. I am sure I will get more.
When my friend told me forever ago that her poodle got strangled when their collar got caught on a fence I became worried about leaving collars on my dogs; however, I do like to keep them on because of the ID tags. Breakaway collars are the perfect solution. They can wear their collars and if they happen to get caught they won't strangle themselves. I like the collar I ordered for my pup and will definitely be ordering another one when he outgrows it. The shipping was fast and customer service seems great! I also like the piece of velcro (I think?) they included with the collar to make the collar harder to break off for larger dogs. It also gives instructions on how to cut the velcro to change the amount of force required for the collar to break apart.
These pet tags are absolutely beautifully engraved and the perfect size for my 1.5" collars for my dogs! Love the font and color choices! They shipped quickly and in perfect condition - thank you!
I ordered 2 collars with an add on for both and they both look great! We haven't had to rely on the breakaway part yet, but I'm glad it's there. We had an incident with other collars that was definitely scary. I like that these collars have a way to override the breakaway feature with an extra band around the breakaway part made for larger dogs (mine are 65lb and 85 lbs). I also really like the reflective portion of the collar and the engraved details. Overall these seem really well made and I'm glad I got these collars!
Love this company - they are my "go-to" for all my dog's collars - thank you so much for your professional yet personal service.
At first I ordered the wrong size, and the owner was so kind and understanding and I was able to exchange for the appropriate size for my 20lb cat. thus collar is perfect to hold a Whistle Go Explore! It was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!
Perfect collar for my very active and playful German Shepherds. So glad I found these breakaway collars. The collars give me peace of mind
I feel much safer now that my pup has a breakaway collar on, and weve gotten lots of compliments on the fun bumblebee print. Thank you!
The description is factual that they are huge, which you should expect if you're ordering one to fit a 1.5 inch collar. It goes right on, is curved for comfort, doesn't jingle, text shows up beautifully. I am VERY satisfied with this purchase, and will come back when I need another one!
The colors are beautiful and the construction is great. We had a near miss with a freak accident with our old collars and are so glad to find these breakaway collars
After one dog twisted through his harness and made a dash for the main road, I 100% recommend everyone get a harness to collar safety clip. I got the 5/8" and it was big when my doodle was 8 weeks old, but now that she's 16 weeks old, it's a great size.
