Calm Paws Inflatable Protective Collar for Dogs & Cats - US 8538

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Comfortable Recovery Collar for Body Wound Protection in Pets

Product Description

The Calm Paws Inflatable Protective Collar is a comfortable and adjustable recovery collar made to protect body injuries, rashes, and post-surgical wounds in dogs and cats. The inflatable design and soft fabric make it a less restrictive and more comfortable option compared to traditional plastic cones. It comes with an included Calming Disk infused with lavender and valerian essential oils to help soothe pets through the recovery process.

Benefits

Comfortable Inflatable Design: Inflatable construction with soft comfort fabric provides a far more comfortable recovery experience than traditional rigid plastic cones.
Body Wound Protection: Prevents pets from biting and licking body injuries, rashes, and post-surgical sites, supporting recovery from wounds located on the torso.
Calming Disk Included: Comes with an essential oil Calming Disk (lavender and valerian) secured on the collar strap to soothe and calm pets throughout recovery.
Secure Fit via Regular Collar: Insert your pet's everyday collar through the inner ring loops to create a stable and secure fit that holds the collar in place during daily activity and rest.
Good Peripheral Visibility: The inflatable design allows better peripheral vision compared to traditional cones, making eating, drinking, sleeping, and crating more comfortable.
Versatile for Dogs and Cats: Suitable for both dogs and cats at the X-Small size, offering a shared recovery solution for multi-pet households.

Variants

X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large

Size Guide

Collar Size	Neck Size
X-Small	up to 6 inches
Small	6 - 10 inches
Medium	10 - 13 inches
Large	13 - 18 inches
X-Large	18 inches and up

Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your pet's health.

How to Use

Fitting and Inflation Instructions

Measure Your Pet First: Use the size chart to get the right fit by measuring from the base of the neck to the tip of the nose (A) and around the base of the neck (B) and choose the next size up if you fall between measurements.
Inflate the Collar: To inflate, pinch the no-leak air valve firmly while blowing air into it; continue until the collar reaches a firm, comfortable shape that holds its form.
Thread Your Pet's Regular Collar: Insert your pet's existing collar through the inner ring loops on the inside of the inflatable collar to secure and stabilize its position.
Secure the Strap: Fasten your pet's regular collar as normal and adjust the strap on the opening of the inflatable collar for a comfortable fit around the neck.
Attach the Calming Disk: Secure the included Calming Disk to the collar strap to provide continuous essential oil calming support throughout the recovery period.
Allow Supervised Rest Breaks: Remove briefly during supervised periods to allow the fur and skin to breathe; re-secure when your pet cannot be watched.

Additional Information

Precautions

Body Coverage Only: This inflatable collar covers the body only and will not stop your pet from reaching its legs, head, or tail. For pets that need protection in those areas, consider an e-collar or a caring collar instead.
Not for Aggressive Pets: The inflatable collar may not be sufficient for pets that are very determined to reach their wound; a hard plastic e-collar is recommended for these pets.
Correct Sizing Essential: Measure carefully before purchasing; a collar that is too small will not be effective, and one that is too large will be uncomfortable and may allow wound access.
Consult Your Veterinarian: Follow your veterinarian's advice regarding the appropriate recovery collar choice for your pet's specific wound location and activity level.

Care and Maintenance

Replace Calming Disk When Needed: Each Calming Disk lasts up to 21 days. When it runs out, replacement disks can be purchased separately to maintain continuous calming support during recovery.
Inspect the Air Bladder Regularly: Keep an eye on the inflatable collar and check for any drop in air pressure from time to time. Re-inflate whenever needed to make sure it continues to provide effective protection.

Shipping & Return

We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.

For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What does the Calm Paws Inflatable Protective Collar protect?

Ans: Designed for body-only coverage, the inflatable collar prevents pets from biting or licking wounds, rashes, and post-surgical sites on the torso. It does not restrict access to the legs, head, or tail, making it most suitable for upper body wounds where the pet is not particularly determined to get to the injury, as recommended by the manufacturer.

Q2: How do I inflate the Calm Paws Inflatable Collar?

Ans: The collar uses a no-leak air valve that requires you to pinch the valve firmly while blowing air in. Continue inflating until the collar holds a firm, supportive shape. Without pinching the valve, air will not enter the bladder. If the collar loses air, re-inflate using the same technique.

Q3: What is the X-Small size suitable for?

Ans: The X-Small Inflatable Collar fits pets with a nose-to-neck length of 0-4.5 inches and a neck girth of 0-6 inches. It is suitable for both small dogs and cats. Use the Calm Paws sizing tool at calmpaws.com to confirm correct sizing; size up if your pet falls between measurements.

Q4: Can I use the Inflatable Collar for my cat as well as my dog?

Ans: Yes. The X-Small inflatable collar is specifically sized to fit both small dogs and cats. The manufacturer confirms the extra-small size fits cats. The same product can serve multiple pets in a household, and the Calming Disk is effective for both dogs and cats.

Q5: What is the Calming Disk included with the collar?

Ans: The Calming Disk is an essential oil disk infused with lavender and valerian, formulated specifically for dogs. It secures to the collar strap and releases calming scents throughout the recovery period. The disk lasts up to 21 days; replacement disks are sold separately by Calm Paws.

Q6: How do I attach the Inflatable Collar to my pet?

Ans: After inflating, insert your pet's regular collar through the inner ring loops on the inside of the inflatable collar. Fasten your pet's regular collar as you normally would and adjust the strap at the opening of the inflatable collar. The everyday collar anchors the inflatable collar securely in place.

Q7: Can my pet eat, drink, and sleep while wearing the Inflatable Collar?

Ans: Yes. The inflatable design allows much better peripheral vision and freedom of movement than a traditional plastic cone. Pets can eat, drink, sleep, and crate comfortably while wearing the inflatable collar, making it a preferred choice when the wound location allows for it.

Q8: When should I use the Inflatable Collar instead of an E-Collar?

Ans: The manufacturer recommends the inflatable collar when the pet's wound is on the upper body, when the pet is not overly determined to access the wound, or after a few days of healing, when a harder cone may no longer be necessary. For leg, tail, or head wounds, an e-collar provides better coverage.

This Shipping Policy explains how orders are processed, shipped, tracked, and delivered.

1. Shipping Origin and Fulfillment

Orders are dispatched from our U.S.-based fulfillment center. We deliver to eligible addresses within the United States and to eligible international destinations shown at checkout.

If a destination, shipping service, or product is not eligible for delivery, checkout will not offer that shipping option.

2. Order Processing Time

Orders are generally processed within 1–5 business days before shipment. Processing time is separate from carrier transit time.

Our order cut-off time is 6:00 PM Pacific Time (PT). Orders placed after the cut-off time, on weekends, or on applicable holidays begin processing on the next business day.

Processing may include order verification and preparation for shipment.

3. U.S. Shipping Methods, Costs, and Transit Times

For eligible U.S. addresses, our current shipping options are:

Priority Shipping: $5.99 — estimated carrier transit time of 1–2 business days after shipment.
Standard Shipping: $2.99 — estimated carrier transit time of 3–6 business days after shipment.
Free Shipping: $0 — estimated carrier transit time of 5–8 business days after shipment.

Total estimated delivery time includes both the 1–5 business day processing period and the applicable carrier transit time. The shipping service, cost, and delivery estimate available for your order are shown at checkout before payment.

4. International Shipping

We ship to eligible international destinations. Available international shipping services, shipping charges, and estimated delivery times vary by destination and are displayed at checkout.

For eligible international orders, applicable import duties and taxes are calculated and collected at checkout where required. When these charges apply, the order is shipped on a duties-and-taxes-paid basis so that the same import charges should not be collected again at delivery.

International delivery estimates may be affected by carrier operations, customs processing, local holidays, weather, or other events outside normal transit conditions.

5. Tracking

When tracking is available, you will receive shipment confirmation with tracking information after the order has shipped. Please allow up to 48 hours for tracking information to become active after the carrier receives the shipment.

6. Address Accuracy and Changes

Please review your shipping address carefully before submitting an order. If you notice an address error, contact us as soon as possible. We will try to help before shipment, but an address change cannot be guaranteed once fulfillment or carrier processing has begun.

Additional carrier or re-delivery charges resulting from an incorrect or incomplete address may be the customer's responsibility where permitted by law.

7. Delayed or Lost Shipments

If your shipment has not arrived within the estimated delivery timeframe, please contact us. We will review the tracking information, work with the carrier when necessary, and assist with an appropriate resolution based on the circumstances.

Delivery estimates are not guarantees and may be affected by carrier delays, weather, public holidays, customs processing, or other transportation disruptions.

8. Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Deliveries

If an item arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, contact us within 7 calendar days after confirmed delivery. Please include your order number and clear photos of the item, packaging, and shipping label when relevant.

Approved cases are handled under our Return & Refund Policy, including return-shipping assistance when the issue is our responsibility.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this Shipping Policy when our shipping services or operating requirements change. The current version will be posted on this page.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about shipping or an order in transit, please use our Contact page or the current contact information displayed in the website footer.

This Return & Refund Policy explains when a return is eligible, how to send an item back, who pays return shipping, and how approved refunds are processed.

1. Return Window

You may request an eligible return within 30 days after confirmed delivery. Return requests submitted after the 30-day period are not accepted unless applicable law requires otherwise.

2. Return Eligibility

To qualify for a standard return, the item must generally be:

Unused, unwashed, and in its original condition.
Returned with the original packaging, tags, accessories, manuals, and other included components, when applicable.
Not specifically identified as final sale or non-returnable before purchase.

Products that show use, alteration, avoidable damage, missing components, or other conditions outside the eligibility requirements may be ineligible for a refund.

3. Product-Specific Non-Returnable Items

Some products may be non-returnable for hygiene, safety, customization, final-sale, or other product-specific reasons. Any such restriction will be disclosed on the product page or before purchase when applicable.

4. No Direct Exchanges

We do not provide direct exchange service. If you want a different item, size, color, model, or version, return the eligible original item under this Policy and place a new order separately.

5. How to Start a Return

Returns are handled by mail. Before sending an item back, contact our customer support team through the Contact page or the current contact information displayed in the website footer. Please provide:

Your order number.
The item or items you want to return.
The reason for the return.

Returns sent without required return authorization may be delayed or refused.

6. Prepaid Return Label and Return Shipping Cost

For eligible mail returns, a prepaid return label is included in the package.

For a standard return made for customer-choice reasons, the actual carrier postage charged for use of the prepaid return label will be deducted from the approved refund. We do not charge a separate restocking fee.

If the return is required because the item arrived damaged, defective, or incorrect and the claim is approved, we cover the return-label cost.

If you choose not to use the provided label when an alternative return method is authorized, use a trackable shipping service and keep your shipping receipt until the return is completed.

7. Original Shipping Charges

Original outbound shipping charges are non-refundable for standard customer-choice returns, except where required by law. If the return results from an approved damaged, defective, or incorrect item, applicable shipping charges will be handled as part of the resolution.

8. Refund Review and Processing

After the returned item is received, we inspect it and notify you whether the refund is approved.

If approved, the refund is issued to the original payment method. We generally process an approved refund within 1–3 business days. After the refund is issued, your bank or card provider may require an additional 5–10 business days to post the funds to your account.

9. Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Items

If an item arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, contact us within 7 calendar days after confirmed delivery. Include your order number and clear photos of the item, packaging, and shipping label when relevant.

After review, we will provide an appropriate resolution. When a return is required for an approved claim, we cover the return shipping cost.

10. Refused or Undeliverable Shipments

If a shipment is refused or returned because of incorrect or incomplete customer-provided shipping information, actual carrier return, re-delivery, or related shipping charges may be deducted from an otherwise eligible refund where permitted by law.

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Return & Refund Policy when our return procedures or legal requirements change. The current version will be posted on this page.

12. Contact Us

If you need help with a return or refund, please use our Contact page or the current contact information displayed in the website footer.

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