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I have posted some owner's accounts of their experiences using DogEase and I will be occasionally write bits and pieces as they come up. I hope anyone who reads this finds the information helpful and feel free to write other helpful and hopefully supportive comments. There are some frequently asked questions below.

All the best for your pet’s recovery and thank you so much for supporting a small independent business wanting to help pets after surgery. Lisa from DogEase :)

FAQ

How long do I keep the suit on?

Most owners keep the suit on for around 4 days at a time, taking off to wash it if necessary or just to give the pet some supervised time out of it. Then back on for 4 days or so. Please check around all the edges of the suit for any rubbing on the skin.

If the suit rides back do I just adjust it back up?

The suits can ride back as our pets move about so simply and gently adjust it back into position as often as you need. Some breeds ride back more often and thats ok, just keep adjusting them forward.

My dog doesn’t want to walk initially when I put the suit on or walks funny, any tips?

This can be quite common at the start of wearing the suit. Just offer some small treats to get them to move forward getting them used to the initial feel of wearing the suit which shouldn’t take too long.

Can I wash my suit?

Yes DogEase washes very well. The instructions are underneath the logo at the back of the neck area. Wash in 30 degrees, the bamboo should dry quickly.

My dog has long hair, do I need to worry about matting?

Always be aware that matting can happen in long haired animals. To help with this smooth the hair down with your hand underneath the suit at least daily.

What if my pet is chomping the suit?

Some animals will chew around the suit so please keep an eye on them as DogEase is not indestructible.

What if my pet is in between sizes?

We would never tell you what size to buy as our dogs are so varied, but you should use length and weight for the sizing chart and watch the fitting video to help you make your decision. Some owners say the suit is better being slightly too big than too tight and some may order 2 sizes returning one unused. Returns are only accpeted on suits that have not been fitted onto the pet so we can return them to stock.

How long will my order take to arrive?

Orders are sent out by a fulfilment company who aim to send them within 24 hours and are sent 1st class ‘signed for’ Mon-Fri only. Royal Mail can experience delays so please leave ample time for your suit to arrive.

We all know about the cone of shame! And how funny it looks when a dog is wearing the lampshade after an operation, but the reality is having something put on their head that amplifies noise, restricts their vision, makes it difficult for them to eat and drink can all result in your dog becoming depressed and stressed. I certainly would not want to wear one.

Bentley Mac is a one year old, miniature schnauzer from Belfast. He is a very lively young man who lives in boisterous household and is very active so there is no way a cone was going to work.

Day 1

After the operation the vet put Bentley's suit on while he was asleep, but when we got home we discovered the clinic had forgotten to cut a whole out for him to be able to pee. As all boys anatomy is not the same a hole needs to be created in the suit to allow boys to pee through and the bamboo material is perfect for this as it does not fray.

For Bentley, coming around after the operation and adjusting to having no ‘bits’ took a few hours of funny walking.

For the first couple of hours Bentley adjusted to the suit, we had to ease him into the notion of no bits and the wearing of the suit taking it off around the back for a short time and keeping a constant eye on him until he got used to wearing it. Bentley is a sensitive soul.

As well as Bentley being restricted from licking the wound the suit also protected the wound against rubbing on the floor when he was laying down and picking up daily dirt.

For the next few days Bentley settled down and was much happier. We kept a very close eye on him to ensure he was not up to any mischief. The snug fit of the suit acts like a hugging mechanism making the dog feel more relaxed and calm, like he was getting a hug all day and we all love some TLC after an operation.

Over the course of the 10 days, monitoring Bentleys recovery was made easy by being able to slide the suit across gently and check his stitches with ease. It was a relief to see him happy and still be able to be his usual active self after his op.

On the 10th day, the vet was delighted with his recovery and the suit came off. As you can see below, Bentley was very comfy!

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