The traditional collars used when your pet is recovering from surgery can make it terribly uncomfortable for them. Vets in Durham pet owners see have started using soft medical collars as they are much easier for pets when recovering from surgery and are just as effective in keeping pets from itching and biting.
Soft Medical Collars
Soft medical collars have various inflatable designs for a snug and comfortable fit for your pet. They allow for clearer sight as well as easier movement compared to the cone designs. They come in an array of sizes making it easier for pets to behave normally. Your pet can still enjoying the protection they require to avoid causing further injury to themselves by biting and itching their stitches. Soft collars are also easy to clean.
Preparing your Pet for their Soft Collar
Try this technique to prepare your pet for their soft collar:
- 1. Introduce your pet to the collar by placing it in areas they frequent near their food and water bowls and where they sleep. Give them a treat when they sniff or approach the collar for 2-3 days.
- 2. Following this first step begin to touch your pet with the collar. Be gentle, petting and stroking to make it a pleasing experience and give them a treat after you touch them. Let your pet investigate the soft collar as they wish and follow this procedure for another 2 or 3 days.
- 3. You can then try fitting your pet with the collar loosely. Once on pet them and praise them enthusiastically and offer them their favourite treat or food to enjoy when they are wearing the collar. Remove the collar and leave it for them to sniff and touch as they wish.
- 4. The last step is to secure and buckle the soft collar onto your pet. If your pet is upset remove it immediately. If they don’t seem troubled by the collar, let them wear it and again offer snacks. Remove the collar only if they become restless.
If your pet does not respond well the vets Durham pet owners depend on can provide advice to help make your pet more comfortable with their new soft medical collar.
