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Uh oh! You’ve noticed your dog’s been licking or biting their paws more than usual. That means it’s time for the cone of shame, but you don’t have time to order one—what do you do? Whether your dog has a cut or wound, an e-collar or dog cone can keep them from harming themselves. They can, however, get expensive, which is why we’ve put together a list of the best DIY dog cone alternatives. Use one of these methods to make a dog cone at home until you can get a standard e-collar from the vet or a local pet store.
Things You Should Know
- Use poster board or paper plates to make a traditional dog cone out of paper.
- Make your pup a pool noodle necklace to stop them from licking and chewing without obstructing their vision.
- Always make sure your DIY e-collar isn’t affecting your dog’s breathing. Your fingers should easily slide under your makeshift cone.
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Expert Q&A
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Did you know that “e-collar” stands for “Elizabethan collar”?[9] These cone-shaped collars get their name from the traditional high-rimmed fashion collars from the 1500s.Thanks
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Test to see if your DIY dog cone is too tight by putting your hand between the "cone" and your dog’s neck. Your hand (for larger dogs) or forefingers (for smaller dogs) should be able to glide under the "cone" effortlessly.[10]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://youtu.be/8ffR-LzyW1M?t=29
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6EAiH3WRFA
- ↑ https://wiser.eco/alternative-to-dog-cone/
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PERvE4SLpc&t=13s
- ↑ https://wiser.eco/alternative-to-dog-cone/
- ↑ https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/dog-advice/health-wellbeing/at-home/pet-cones
- ↑ https://www.pdsa.org.uk/pet-help-and-advice/pet-health-hub/other-veterinary-advice/how-to-put-a-cone-collar-on-your-dog
- ↑ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4153538/
- ↑ https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/dog-collars