Dean & Tyler leather collars undergo a combination tanning process from century-old tanneries in the Netherlands and the UK. First they are tanned with a Chrome Salt solution to make the leather flexible and more resistant to heat and scratching, then it is vegetable tanned to make it firmer and more water-resistant.

Over the years, Dean & Tyler leather collars will become softer - not weaker, and will develop a distressed vintage look. Wax is brushed on the edges of D&T collars to prevent fraying, and give a smooth finish. Similarly, all stitching is made of waxed or neoprene thread. Customers should expect their D&T leather to last for at least a decade with the exception of extraordinary circumstances like constant chewing.

Dean & Tyler collar buckles, rivets, and rings are made of solid brass or nickel. D&T’s leather collars are embellished with many types of stones and metals to create unique designs.