Keep your dog confined to a quiet area indoors and away from other animals with the e-collar on until the incision is fully healed (typically 8-10 days) Most surgical complications that we see occur because the dog was licking the incision. We cannot stress enough how important it is to leave the e-collar on. How … Read more
Fabric, padded, inflatable, donut, they are all toast in your dog’s determined jaws. But the traditional plastic elizabethan collar still remains the solution for even the most determined canines This is why, in some cases, it will always remain the go-to protective choice while your dog is healing. What can I use instead of a … Read more
If so, you might be a dog aunt : the thirsty sibling of the dog mom A dog aunt abides by one overarching truth: that not having a dog does not stop her (or him) from having a dog. Are dog shirts good for dogs? Dog sunscreen gets a lot of hype (and for good … Read more
Anyone licking a vanilla cone near a dog knows canines definitely can eat ice cream —and stealthily. But should dogs eat ice cream? Probably not. For some of the same reasons many humans should steer clear of the stuff (lactose intolerance, high sugar content ), dogs are better off without ice cream for dessert. Can … Read more
Just kidding, any pool noodle will do, as long as the size fits your dog and it has a decent sized hole in the middle For my dog I used a small noodle since his is a pretty small dog. (He weighs 12 lbs.) I cut the noodle using a cross-cut, a miter box and … Read more
Put your dog’s collar or harness on before you plan on taking them for a walk. If your puppy is fussing or scratching at the collar, check that it isn’t too tight Once you’re sure the collar is not too tight, simply divert their attention away from the collar with a game of toy. Can … Read more
Combine a towel and duct tape to create a soft, comfy cone collar for any size of dog—small, medium, and large. This diy cone of shame takes two people. Your assistant gets to treat and distract your dog with a plate of peanut butter as you fit and secure a towel around his or her … Read more
Etymology. From its conical shape, and the idea that it may be used to stop a misbehaving pet from causing shameful damage or that the pet is embarrassed by it. What does the cone of shame do? E collars, lovingly called the cone of shame, attach to your pet’s regular collar, or by threading a … Read more
One of the classic ways to prevent a dog from licking his paw is to put an elizabethan collar , also called a cone, on him. This cone fits over the neck and extends out like a lampshade to prevent the mouth from being able to reach the skin. Sometimes, a dog can still lick … Read more
With the buckle open, measure the length of your existing collar Measure the width of your collar and add 1/4″ (to accommodate the width of your adjustment buckle) then triple this amount Fold and iron down 1/2″ of fabric on the ends of each of your fabric. Sew with 1/4″ seam allowance. What can I … Read more