Can a recovery shirt replace an postoperative collar ?

In many cases, yes. A post-surgical recovery shirt effectively limits your pet's access to the surgical wound, helping protect stitches from licking and contamination. At the same time, it offers greater comfort than a traditional cone, as it does not restrict your pet's field of vision or freedom of movement.

In some cases, however, your veterinarian may recommend using both the recovery shirt and an post operative collar together for optimal protection.