Your complete guide to
happy, comfy cats.
Just got your Kiokatt order? Start here. How to measure, fit a collar or harness, and keep everything clean, so your cat looks adorable and stays safe.
How to Measure & Fit
Your Cat's Collar
Every Kiokatt collar has a breakaway safety cat buckle designed to release under pressure if your cat gets caught. Here's how to get the perfect fit.
Measure the neck
Wrap a soft tape measure around your cat's neck where a collar naturally sits. Pick the size whose range includes that number plus about 1 inch.
Open the buckle
Press both sides of the buckle to open it. Always unbuckle first. Never pull a collar over your cat's head.
Fasten & adjust
Clip the buckle closed around the neck, then slide the adjuster until snug. Turn the collar so the D-ring (where charms hang) sits under the chin.
The two-finger test
Two fingers should slide under the collar snugly. Can't fit two? Loosen it. Fits three or more, or slips over the ears? Tighten it.
How to open and close a breakaway buckle for your cat
Watch how both sides of the buckle press to open, then click back together to close. This video has no sound.
First Week With a New Collar
- Start with short sessions (10–15 minutes) paired with treats or play.
- Scratching at it or walking funny at first is normal. Most cats adjust within a few days.
- Stay close by until your cat is used to wearing it.
- Re-check the fit after the first day. Collars can loosen as the fabric settles.
About the Breakaway Buckle
- The buckle is designed to pop open if your cat gets snagged, which helps prevent choking or injury.
- Never clip a leash to a breakaway collar, since it's made to come apart. Use a harness for walks.
- Check the fit weekly for kittens (they grow fast!) and monthly for adult cats.
How to Put On a
Step-In Cat Harness
Our step-in vest style goes on without pulling anything over your cat's head. Follow these 4 steps for a safe, snug fit.
Lay flat, mesh up
Place the harness flat on the floor with the soft mesh side facing up.
Step paws in
Gently place your cat's front paws into the two leg openings, then lift the harness up and around the chest.
Fasten & clip
Close all the fasteners along the back. Clip the leash through both D-rings for a balanced, secure hold.
Check the fit
Two fingers should slide under the harness. If you can't fit two fingers, go up a size. If it shifts or your cat can back out, go down a size.
Pro Tips for First-Timers
- Let your cat sniff and explore the harness on the floor before putting it on. It really helps reduce stress.
- Do a few 10-minute indoor sessions before any outdoor adventure.
- If your cat freezes or flops over, that's normal! Offer a treat and keep sessions short and positive.
- Never leave your cat unsupervised in a harness. Take it off after every walk.
How to Measure
Your Cat
Find the perfect fit every time.
Collar Sizing
Measure where the neck meets the shoulders, where a collar naturally sits.
- Wrap a soft tape measure around the base of the neck.
- Note the measurement in inches.
- Choose the size whose range covers that number plus about 1 inch.
- Most adult cats measure 8–12 inches.
Harness Sizing
You'll need two measurements: the neck and the chest (the widest part, just behind the front legs).
- Neck: measure at the base, same as for a collar.
- Chest: wrap the tape just behind the front legs.
- Chest matters most. If you're between sizes, size down for escape artists or up for bigger cats.
Clothing & Hoodie Sizing
Clothing fits best with chest, back length, and neck measurements. Back length matters most for shirts and hoodies.
- Back length: base of neck to base of tail.
- Chest: same as the harness measurement.
- If you're between sizes, size up so your cat has room to move.
Exact measurements are listed on each product page. Still unsure? Message us with your cat's measurements and we'll help you pick.
How to Wash & Store
Your Cat's Gear
Keep it cute, keep it clean.
Collars & Harnesses
Spot clean light dirt with a damp cloth. For a deeper clean, hand wash in cold water with mild soap and lay flat to air dry. Don't machine wash or tumble dry.
Clothing & Hoodies
Hand wash, or machine wash on a gentle cycle inside a mesh laundry bag. Use cold water only, then lay flat or line dry. Don't iron over printed designs.
Charms & Hardware
Wipe charms and D-rings with a dry cloth. Don't let them soak, since that can cause tarnish. Dry right away after they get wet.
Storage
Store items clean and dry, away from direct sunlight, to keep colors bright. Check buckles and stitching for wear before each use.
Designed with love, for cats & the humans who adore them.
Every cat collar uses breakaway safety hardware. Your cat's wellbeing always comes first.
Every piece is designed by a cat lover and kawaii enthusiast to be playful, whimsical, and made to delight.
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Your cat deserves to look
absolutely iconic.
Now that you've got the perfect fit, browse our collars, harnesses, and hoodies to find their next favorite look.