LupinePet / official source verified
LupinePet Splash Waterproof Dog Collar
A BioThane-coated, waterproof, wipe-clean adjustable dog collar offered in 3/4 in and 1 in widths, with YKK side quick-release buckles and a welded steel D-ring for ID tags and leash attachment, offered as a third everyday-collar alternate beside the Blue-9 Secure Pro Dog Collar and Ruffwear Front Range Collar seeds already in this directory.
Visit official brand pageLast verified October 6, 2026 ET
What it is
LupinePet's Splash Waterproof Dog Collar is sold on the maker's official product page as part of its all-weather Splash collection, made from BioThane® coated webbing. LupinePet describes BioThane as a strong, yet lightweight material made from a woven polyester core and coated in a soft, flexible PVC material, gentle on hands and paws, and comfortable and flexible in all weather conditions, even the cold. The same page calls the collar waterproof, anti-microbial, stink-free, stain resistant, and UV resistant. Features listed are durable BioThane® coated webbing, custom designed side quick-release YKK® buckles, and a welded steel D-ring for ID tags and easy leash attachment. The official sizing guide lists the 3/4 in width for collar lengths of 9–25 in and the 1 in width for 12–31 in, each sold in adjustable size ranges, and says to measure the dog's neck comfortably snug against the fur, then add 5% to the actual measurement to choose the size range. Care on the official page is easy clean-up with a damp cloth; for tougher jobs, hand wash in warm water and a mild dish soap using a brush or cloth, then wipe or air dry, and the maker says BioThane coated webbing can even be cleaned with disinfecting wipes. The page also says to avoid contact with chemicals such as DEET, which can cause the material to become tacky or sticky. LupinePet's guarantee page describes a one-time replacement of LupinePet brand dog collars, leashes, or pet gear from the original purchase that has been accidentally damaged during normal pet-related activities, even chewing accidents. It is replacement-based and does not cover lost or outgrown items, normal wear and tear, simply dirty or stinky items, items damaged intentionally or by repeated activity, or special order and custom made items (including custom embroidery), and the customer is responsible for shipping and postage. Treat those design, material, care, sizing, and guarantee statements as manufacturer wording verified against the live official LupinePet pages on 2026-10-06 ET, not as independent lab or training results. LupinePet does not describe the Splash collar as reflective. This page covers only the Splash Waterproof Dog Collar at the URL below — not Splash martingale collars, Splash harnesses, Fi-compatible Splash collars, custom embroidery, or LupinePet's Reflective, Original Designs, Eco, or Basic Solids collars.
Why it matters for a light-coat Lab puppy
Theo's collar carries his ID tag on every Tampa Bay walk, through wet grass, afternoon rain, sand, and pool and coastal water days, and fabric webbing that stays soggy, gritty, or smelly against a pale coat becomes one more thing to launder. The everyday-collar category already lists the Blue-9 Secure Pro Dog Collar and the Ruffwear Front Range Collar. The Splash collar is a different official option: coated BioThane webbing the maker calls waterproof and wipe-clean, a welded steel D-ring for the ID tag, YKK side-release buckles, and adjustable size ranges in two widths. That lines up with the category's asks in a concrete way — a light, adjustable collar with reliable hardware and room for an ID tag that can be wiped down and checked for cracks, chew marks, and fit after every wet walk. A Lab puppy's neck keeps growing, and LupinePet's guarantee does not cover outgrown items, so measure his neck now, choose the range that fits today rather than an expected adult size, and recheck the fit often; which width suits Theo at a given age is Theo's own inference, not a LupinePet sizing rule. Because LupinePet does not call this collar reflective, it is not the dusk-visibility pick; the light-color-walk-gear category covers that job. Keep DEET bug spray off the collar per the maker's note, and keep the ID tag details current whenever the collar changes.
Not this
An everyday collar is not loose-leash training, not a tie-out, and not permission to leave a puppy unattended on a hitch, tree, dock, or yard tether. "Waterproof" describes the strap material, not water safety: a collar is not a life vest or a lift handle, and supervision near pools and open water still does the real work. Clipping a leash to the D-ring of a puppy who pulls puts that pressure on his neck; a fitted harness is the better attachment for pulling while he learns — that is Theo's own inference, not a LupinePet claim. It does not replace a legible ID tag with current contact details, a GPS tracker, a walk harness, or supervision near roads and water. Customer reviews, prices, retailer listings, custom embroidery, matching tags, referral links, and tracking URLs are out of scope. This listing is only the LupinePet Splash Waterproof Dog Collar at https://www.lupinepet.com/products/splash-dog-collar. The Blue-9 Secure Pro Dog Collar and Ruffwear Front Range Collar remain separate directory seeds for the same gear type; this page is an official alternate, not a ranking. Ask Theo's veterinarian or a qualified trainer if neck, skin, or fit concerns change how his collar is worn.
Official sources
Direct brand links only. Theo's Coat & Kit has no affiliate relationship or checkout attached to this page as of the verified date.