Did any one else's cats lick themselves bald, develop irritated skin, or lose hair after wearing the collar?
1350974
No, my cat did great with this product. She is a domestic short-hair and she wore it for two months.
1350975
No skin, licking, hair problems with mine. It works like a dream for my cat. It also has the added benefit of being a bit of a flea deterrent (because of the lavender), too. It may not work for all cats, but it definitely works for mine.
1350976
Our Tablor's fur fell out around the collar. At first, I thought hair was getting separated around the collar but after 2 weeks, a inch wide band where the collar laid is bare! The skin looks ok. It is Really to bad as it was helping with his behavior.
1350977
My cat lost hair around her neck and down her chest. She had a chemical burn. Luckily, she has fully recovered. The vet recommended I use Dr. Bachs Rescue Remedy for storm anxiety. Please speak to your vet before using any product...it's a lesson I learned the hard way!
1350978
Hi Wendy, my cats did not, but it seems some cats do react -- if you read through all the reviews one or two mentioned it, I think.
1350979
Hi Wendy This was literally a tail saver for my little anxious cat. She has no trouble. I do get that reaction on one of my cats with Frontline Plus but only in the summer. Maybe you can attach it to a soft fabric collar so it doesn't actually touch her skin...just a thought. Good luck with your little kitty.
1614805
Yes. I use it once a week and I own a cat. It does a great job keeping the hair under control.
2284880
We have two cats who wore it with no problems, other than it didn't seem to help. So sorry about your cat. One of my mom's cats, a young and healthy outdoor cat, died years ago after my brother-in-law sprayed a beehive right outside her house. Cats are very susceptible to poisoning. Just a thought. My heartfelt condolences.
842513
Sure does. Loud noise but try to let your cat get used to the noise before shaving it
1617810
I have a Persian so I can't really answer you. The collar did NOT work on her. I did try it on my friend's short haired cat and it worked well. I have a different (more powerful) one for my dog and it works wonderfully and he wears it 24/7.
1464191
I would be surprised if this was sufficient for shaving. I have long hair maine coon cats, of which a few need occasional shave downs despite all my daily grooming. I do have to use a prescription sedative from my vet in order to calm them down beforehand. Its better for them and for you. They won't be so scared of the shaver or scissors. Periodically my husband do butt trims only and with the two of us, one speaking sweetly to them and holding them in position, we can get by without sedation of any kind. It only takes 5 minutes.
891717
No, and it works so well. When I do my cat I get so much hair it looks like I have 2 cats with all the fur that you get. Great for not getting hairballs.
1474408
I did not and it was fine. I have 2 cats. One all the other stuff worked just fine, though she hated most of them. The other no matter what we did or used we could not get rid of them. I just put the collar on both of them and in 2 days we were flea free. No prep.
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YES. This was recommended by the Vet. And, I've had great success with it. Scissors are dangerous on cats as their skin is so thin - you can accidentally pull and cut skin without realizing. This kit is great. It has several sized 'combs' so that you can manage the length of hair you remove on your cat. I use this on my long hair cat who gets terrible mats. Surprisingly the cat does not mind the vibrations of the clipper at all and is obviously more comfortable once the mats are removed. MUCH safer than scissors!
148061
I am and have been using it on my Persian cats and and other longhair. Their skin is much more delicate and sometimes the #10 (if you are not very very careful) can cut them. Even with this one be very careful around nipples and ears. If kitty is not cooperative - STOP - and make an appointment with your vet to get a lion cut. Again, be very careful please.
1053334
You can not use the dog collar on a cat. There is a specific collar for cats.
1878868
My fat cat tried that and did successfully grab a couple of bites before the lid closed on his head. It wasn't too bad, but the main problem I had was when my finicky cat would eat, the sensor on the collar would be hidden thus shutting it on his head! I wound up returning this product because I could not fix the collar so the sensor would remain active for my cat to actually eat.
83363
It does! First I cleaned the carpet area with the other nature miracle stuff. I find that I have to restart every week or so. I also had my cat wear a calming collar for about a month. He's stopped peering!
803099
We can usually get several months of effectiveness out of a collar before behavior problems may start back up. Have you made sure it isn't a medical issue causing your cat to mark? One of mine ended up having an infection and crystals starting when we took him in to get checked out for peeing out of the box.
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Cynthia, although this collar does keep some of the cats from scratching, adult cats have very long legs. I have an Egyptian Mau whose long legs easily reach his head and ears. I would recommend the cone to keep those long "stilettos" from reaching their targets. I hope this is of assistance to you.
896704
So far, that hasn't happened to ours. Best remote collar we have ever had! Hope you find a way to replace the antenna!
899574
It should. We use it on our tabby, who has medium length hair, but also on our spaniels who wear their hair long in the withers and flanks. I have been satisfied, and I think the animals are too. The cat has been shedding rapidly as we transition to our wet season (Florida), and one of the spaniels too, and I think it helps.