I had a bit scared after reading the other recessions suffocating in my new snood .... because he was sooo close. Ask me what you all for water heads and necks? The scarf is not tight, neither the over the head pull even at the neck, he's just cozy, warm and comfortable. For me, he could even bear a little more closely at the neck. The quality of the fleece, and processing are properly. would buy it again at any time !!