What can I use instead of a cone for a kitten?

Seven alternatives to the cone of shame

• The BiteNot Collar. This device does not represent the shape of a cat or dog cone at all; it most resembles a neck brace.
• The ProCollar Premium Protective Collar.
• Kong EZ Soft Collar.
• Comfy Collar.
• The Boobooloon.
• Optivisor or Novaguard.
• TCOA Soft E-Fabric Collar.

How do I stop my kitten from licking her incision?

If your cat persists in licking her incision, you may need to use an Elizabethan collar (E-collar or cone) to prevent this behavior (see handout “Elizabethan Collars in Cats” for more information). Not surprisingly, many cats find these collars strange at first and will attempt to remove them.

Can cats eat and drink with a cone on?

Your cat can eat and drink normally with a properly fitted E-collar. It may be cumbersome and messy at first but most cats quickly adapt. You may need to elevate or change the shape of the food and water bowls to make it easier for your cat to eat and drink.

Is it OK to put collars on kittens?

Q: At what age can a kitten wear a collar? A: 6 months and only if the collar fits properly. It’s a good idea to get your kitten used to wearing a collar before she starts going outside, but only when the kitten is at least 6 months old and the collar fits properly.

How long should a cat wear a cone?

Most cats should wear their cone for 5-7 days after neutering to avoid licking the incision. Most scrotal incisions heal very quickly. If an abdominal incision was necessary to remove retained testicle(s), then the cone should remain on for 10-14 days or until your cat’s recheck examination to assess healing.

How do cats drink with a cone?

Your cat can eat and drink normally with a properly fitted E-collar. Some cats find it easier to eat from a plate or saucer rather than a bowl, while others will initially refuse to eat while wearing the E-collar. The E-collar should be kept clean and free of debris.

How do you feed a kitten with a cone?

If you cat has trouble eating or drinking while wearing the cone, try hand-feeding them or holding their dishes up for them to eat out of while they’ve got their cone on, or trim down the cone length (you just don’t want to trim so much that they can then lick their stitches).