The 8 Best Eco-Friendly Dog Collars of 2023

Best Overall

Max and Neo The NEO Dog Collar

5

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NEO collars are so sturdy and long-lasting, yet flexible enough that even puppies tolerate them, making them our top all-around choice. They come in all sorts of bright colors and plaids and occasional patterns and they’re very reasonably priced. Even better, for every product you buy, they donate another product to a rescue. The basic collar comes in four sizes and seven colors. They fit neck sizes 8.5 to 25 inches, and won a Treehugger Best Of Green award.

"A personal note here. I love these collars. Max & Neo donates collars, leashes, and other supplies to more than 3,500 rescues around the country, and these are always in the donation boxes. You’ll want more than one, but won’t need them: I’m using the same collars that I’ve used repeatedly for several puppies." ~ Treehugger writer and dog foster parent Mary Jo DiLonardo

Price at time of publish: $13

Best Recycled

LupinePet Eco Dog Collar

4.8

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There are several collars made out of recycled plastic bottles, but we really like this one made by LupinePet. My dog has been wearing one of their original collars for probably 4-5 years. It’s soft, durable, and lightweight and this recycled line is very similar. The collars come in 0.5, 0.75, and 1-inch widths, four natural colors, and fit necks ranging from 6 to 28 inches.

Everything is made by hand at this small company, based out of Conway, New Hampshire. A company spokesperson tells Treehugger that, “Everything we do is here in the same building. We use lean manufacturing and make only what we need and with very little wasted material.” LupinePet has an “even if chewed” lifetime guarantee on collars.

Price at time of publish: $17

Best Eco-Friendly

Cycle Dog Bottle Opener Dog Collar

4.8

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Cycle Dog was created to raise awareness about the millions of bike inner tubes that are tossed into landfills. The collars are backed with this discarded tubing which not only recycles products but also keeps bacteria from growing so collars don’t get smelly.

If you’d rather skip the rubber, choose from a colorful selection of Ecoweave webbing collars made from recycled plastic bottles. All hand-sewn products are made in their facility in Portland, Oregon, and will be repaired if they get damaged at no charge for the life of the product. The packaging is very minimal.

Note: It’s always a smart idea to remove a collar if you crate your dog, but it’s especially important to do so when a collar has an additional hook like the attached bottle opener on this collar that can get caught on the crate.

Price at time of publish: $38

Best Size Range

The Good Dog Company Hemp Corduroy Dog Collar

4.9

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If you have a tiny dog or puppy, it can be tough to find a collar that isn’t overwhelming. The Good Dog Company offers options that are only 0.5-inch wide and the extra-small fits 6- to 10-inch necks. On the other end, for bigger dogs, the extra-large collars expand up to 30 inches.

Collars are made of 55 percent hemp and 45 percent certified organic cotton. The fabric is soft, yet durable. It’s a good option for dogs that might have allergies and skin issues. It also won’t get smelly, especially if it gets wet. The collars come in a range of earthy colors from avocado to marigold.

Price at time of publish: $22

Best Personalized

Orvis Personalized Side-Release Buckle Collar

4.9

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If you don’t want to have an ID tag dangling from your pet’s collar, this personalized option from Orvis lets you put your pet’s name and a phone number right on the collar. Made from sturdy nylon, the collar is soft and adjustable. The side buckle, according to the company, is Coast Guard-approved so it’s very durable.

The collar comes in 13 colors ranging from black and navy to pink and aqua, and you can also select the thread color. They can be personalized with up to 24 letters and/or numbers and sizes and fit dogs with necks from 9 to 24 inches.

Price at time of publish: $25

Best Cute

2 Hounds Design Buckle Dog Collar

4.8

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If you want something a little flashy and colorful for your dog, you can choose from whimsical pink flowers and dots to bold blue stripes. Known for no-pull harnesses, 2 Hounds Designs also carries a wide selection of collars and leashes. The bright Earthstyle collection is created from eco-friendly webbing and made in the United States out of recycled bottles.

The hardware is stainless steel and the heavy-duty buckles won’t get brittle and break in cold weather. According to the company, they’re made of the same nylon/acetal used in firefighter uniforms. Neck sizes run from 7 to 34 inches and collars come in either 0.63 or 1-inch widths.

Price at time of publish: $11

Best Cool

Wolfgang Man & Beast OverLand Dog Collar

4.9

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This outdoorsy company doesn’t sacrifice style for sustainability. The collection of collars, leashes, and harnesses are very arty and range from forest canopies and night skies to street art. Collars are lightweight yet durable, ideal for active, adventurous dogs, and come in neck sizes ranging from 8 to 26 inches.

The company says, “We build our products domestically, transport them minimally, and they’ll be replaced rarely.” Some collar purchases also benefit charities. For example, if you buy the Do Good collar, a donation will be made to Nuzzles & Co., a pet rescue in Utah.

Price at time of publish: $20