A comfortable recovery for rabbits

Protecting wounds in rabbits requires a pet friendly approach. A collar can significantly interfere with a rabbit’s daily activities, while the MPS Protective Pet Shirt Rabbit can support a comfortable, low stress recovery.

Why a protective collar is usually not the best choice for rabbits

Keeping a wound clean and dry can be challenging. At the same time, it is important to help limit biting, scratching, licking, or chewing.

Collars are still frequently used for dogs and cats. However, a collar can restrict an animal while moving, eating, drinking, resting, and grooming. These limitations can be especially difficult for rabbits.

Your rabbit must be able to groom itself and eat its cecotropes. These are soft, moist droppings that rabbits need to consume again to absorb important proteins, fatty acids, and vitamins. If this is not possible, for example because the rabbit cannot move properly while wearing a collar, its health can deteriorate quickly. This is something you especially want to avoid during a stressful recovery period.

Soft droppings may also stick to the coat when your rabbit cannot groom itself. This can affect hygiene and increase the risk of skin problems.

These restrictions, combined with being unable to groom naturally, add to the stress your rabbit may already experience after a procedure or injury. This can delay recovery and cause unnecessary discomfort. We believe both you and your rabbit deserve a more comfortable and pet friendly alternative.

Rabbit friendly protection after surgery or treatment

Without suitable protection, your rabbit may chew at a wound, sutures, or irritated skin. This can lead to irritation, wound complications, or damage to the sensitive area. Protection is therefore important, but what is the right solution?

The MPS Protective Pet Shirt Rabbit is specially designed around the anatomy and natural needs of rabbits. The shirt directly covers the treated area with a breathable and flexible cotton and Lycra blend, while allowing your rabbit to move, rest, eat, and drink freely.

Rabbits are often most active at dusk and during the night. It is therefore important to check your rabbit regularly while it is wearing the Protective Pet Shirt. Pay attention to the fit of the shirt, the condition of the wound, eating and toileting behaviour, and any attempts to chew the shirt or the sensitive area.

The Protective Pet Shirt can be used to support recovery in situations including:

• Recovery after surgery, such as neutering or abdominal surgery
• Protection of wounds and sutures on the body
• Skin conditions and hotspots
• Excessive licking, biting, or chewing
• Mild incontinence or minor wound leakage

Medical protective clothing for rabbits

Thanks to the generous opening beneath the tail, most rabbits can continue wearing the shirt while passing urine and stools. The rear area remains accessible, allowing most rabbits to continue consuming their cecotropes.

The practical closure on the back makes the shirt easy for both you and your veterinarian to put on and remove during wound checks. This can also make veterinary appointments quicker and more comfortable.

Support during wound checks and recovery

The Protective Pet Shirt has a light blue interior, making wound fluid or blood easier to notice. An absorbent pad or cold pack can be placed between the double layer of fabric.

Check the following regularly during use:

• The wound, sutures, and surrounding skin
• The fit of the shirt
• The skin around the neck, legs, and tail
• Any moisture build up or contamination
• Your rabbit’s appetite, stools, and general behaviour

Check the shirt daily and contact your veterinarian if the wound changes, your rabbit stops eating or drinking, its stools become abnormal, or you notice any other unusual behaviour.

Designed for a comfortable fit

The Protective Pet Shirt is made from breathable cotton and flexible Invista Lycra®. This allows the shirt to fit like a second skin without unnecessarily restricting movement.

The soft, elastic rims around the neck, legs, and tail help limit chafing. The correct fit is essential for effective use. The shirt should fit closely, but it should never be too tight or too loose.

The correct size is determined by your rabbit’s weight. You should also consider its body shape and coat thickness. When your rabbit falls between two sizes, the smaller size is generally recommended.

Has the shirt become dirty? It can be washed at a maximum temperature of 90 °C. We always recommend keeping a second shirt available, so your small companion remains protected while the other shirt is being washed.

Practical guidance

Rabbits are often most active at dusk and during the night. It is therefore particularly important to check the rabbit regularly while it is wearing the Protective Pet Shirt. Monitor the fit of the shirt, the condition of the wound, eating and defecation, and any attempts to gnaw at the shirt or treated area.

With the correct size, regular checks and appropriate guidance, the Protective Pet Shirt provides targeted protection while preserving important natural behaviors as much as possible.

This allows you to support not only the protection of the affected area, but also a comfortable and stress-free recovery at home.