MPS-Protective Pet Shirt Cat

The MPS Protective Pet Shirt for cats, made from highly breathable cotton and stretch fabric, offers optimal protection, comfort, and full freedom of movement. Ideal for stitches, wound care, hotspots, skin conditions and more!

Comfortable alternative to the cone
Protects against dirt and licking from other pets
Specially tailored for using the litterbox
Designed with and recommended by veterinarians
Washable and reusable

MPS, trusted and loved by pets and veterinarians!

Use the MPS Protective cat shirt:

✓ Optimal protection after abdominal surgery (spaying) or wounds

After procedures like spaying or when your cat needs stitches around the torso, the MPS Protective Pet Shirt Cat offers soft, secure, and stress-reducing protection. Unlike a traditional cone, the shirt gently covers the wound area directly, preventing contact with dirt or licking, while giving your cat the freedom to move naturally.

Thanks to the breathable cotton fabric and tailored fit, the shirt supports airflow — essential for a safe and speedy healing process. Both veterinarians and pet owners can easily put the shirt on or take it off for wound checks or cleaning.

Please note: Because the shirt allows full use of the litter box, it does not cover the surgical area after neutering/castration in male cats. For this reason, the MPS Protective Pet Shirt Cat is not suitable for use after neutering procedures in tomcats.

✓ Hotspots and skin problems

When your cat suffers from hotspots or skin irritations on the torso, the MPS Protective Pet Shirt Cat offers a comfortable and secure way to support healing. Cats often instinctively lick irritated skin to self-soothe, but excessive licking can worsen the issue, increasing the risk of infections and delayed recovery.

The shirt gently covers the affected area, helping to break the lick-scratch cycle while still allowing airflow through its breathable cotton fabric. This promotes natural healing without stress or discomfort, giving your cat the calm recovery it deserves.

✓ A break for nursing moms

The MPS Protective Pet Shirt Cat offers nursing mother cats the rest and protection they deserve. By fully covering the torso, the shirt helps prevent constant nursing, supporting a calm and gradual weaning process.

The shirt protects the nipple area while still allowing you to easily open it at designated times to feed the kittens. Comfortable for mom, practical for you, everything for smooth, worry-free care during this essential phase.

✓ With light fluid loss or other stains

The MPS Protective Pet Shirt cat helps keep the cat comfortable and contributes to cleanliness during light fluid loss when used in combination with a diaper or sanitary pad to keep it in place. This way the shirt reduces the risk of urine or blood stains from little wounds on furniture and floors; it offers space to insert a liner on the inside or between the double fabric layer.

The shirt stays firmly in place thanks to the practical fastening at the back. This provides reliable protection without unduly restricting freedom of movement. Comfort for the cat, hygiene for the environment.

✓ Minimalizing hair in your home

Say goodbye to floating pet hair around your home! Cats shed most around their torso, and that’s exactly where the MPS Protective Pet Shirt Cat provides full coverage. Loose hairs are trapped inside the shirt, making it easy to remove and clean.

A smart, simple solution to keep your home tidier during shedding season, and your cat cozy in the process.

Key features of the Protective Pet Shirt for cats

Protective band with loops for the collar

For cats that are a little too good at wriggling out of cones or protective wear, the MPS Shirt includes a long and soft elastic band around the shoulders and neck. This band features loops for attaching a collar, making it much harder for your cat to remove the shirt on their own.

Soft, elastic trim around the front and hind legs and tail helps prevent chafing or pressure on sensitive areas, even during longer wear.

Easy litter box access

The MPS Protective Pet Shirt Cat is fully closed for complete protection of the torso, but designed smartly to work with your cat’s routine. Thanks to its smart design, tailored to a cat’s anatomy, it can stay on while using the litter box, without needing to remove the shirt.

Secure closure with adjustable press studs

The Protective Cat Shirt features a smart and secure rear closure that helps prevent even the most agile cats from wriggling out. At the same time, it allows pet owners and veterinary professionals to easily put the shirt on or take it off when needed. For the best fit and protection, always fasten all press studs after dressing your cat.

Monitor wounds with ease and use the extra space for an ice pack or pad

The light blue interior layer is designed to help pet owners and veterinarians quickly spot any fluid or blood loss. In case of leakage, a sanitary pad can be discreetly placed between the shirt’s double layers. If cooling is needed, an ice pack can also be inserted between the layers, offering extra support during post-operative care.

Find the right size for the best recovery

To find the correct size, measure your cat from the base of the neck (where the collar sits) to the base of the tail. If your cat is between two sizes, we recommend choosing the smaller one. Also take into account your cat’s body shape and fur thickness.The fit should be secure, like a second skin. Please refer to the sizing chart or watch our step-by-step tutorial.

▶ How to measure your cat?

Discover real recovery stories

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We are incredibly enthusiastic about the MPS Medical Pet Shirts! Three of our kittens wore them after their sterilization, and it is truly the ideal solution for a safe and comfortable recovery. In our cattery, kittens are spayed or neutered as early as 12 to 13 weeks old before they move to their new homes. Because they are still small, we use sizes 6XS, 5XS, and 4XS. The kittens hardly notice they are wearing the shirt. They can play, sleep, and use the litter box as usual, while the surgical wound remains fully protected. This provides a lot of peace of mind. After use, the shirt can be washed at 60 degrees and is immediately ready for the next kitten. Hygienic, sustainable, and practical.

Maureen Landman

My two foster cats were helped perfectly after an operation with the medical shirt. It fits well, lets enough air through and they move freely without pulling on it. The opening at the back is just right and stays clean. The wounds can ventilate well. A great and comfortable solution instead of a collar!

P. Schmi

I bought the suit for after sterilization and now use it to limit scratching due to allergies. The shirt fits perfectly and gives her enough freedom of movement. It protects the vulnerable areas well and gives me a feeling of peace. I can definitely recommend this model.

Sweets

Rupert developed a skin condition called Atopy and has been on medications for most of his life for this, even with his medications under control, unfortunately, he had developed a compulsive behaviour to lick his skin and chew at his skin until it was bleeding. With the shirt he's now got a full coat of fur for the first time in 2 years and is a much more confident and happy cat. I recommend these to all of my post-operative cat patients!

Bella

For me the best shirt on the market. We used it after our cat was spayed. Everything stayed in place and there was no mess when she went to the toilet.

M. Lange

Give your cat the best (after)care!

E-collar or imitations

Restricts visibility and amplifies ambient noise.
Hinders eating, drinking and lying down.
Increases your cat's stress level.
Does not breathe and retains moisture and odor.
Is uncomfortable, especially for a longer period of time.

MPS Protective Pet Shirt Cat

Can stay fully closed while using the litter box
Comfortable and pet-friendly design, less stress.
Handmade, durable and high-quality product.
Breathable and stretchy fabric.
Directly protects wounds and skin.

Frequently asked questions:

How much time does a cat need to get used to the shirt?

Your cat may need a little time to get used to wearing the shirt. To make this transition easier, many veterinarians choose to put the shirt on while the cat is still under anesthesia, immediately after surgery or treatment. This way, your furry friend can start adjusting to the feel of the shirt while waking up calmly and safely.

Some cats may appear a bit stiff or "freeze" the first time they wear the shirt. Don’t worry, this is a normal reaction. Give your cat a little time and space to adapt. It can help to gently distract them with a toy or a few treats. This allows them to discover that they can still move, play, eat, and drink just like before.

With a little patience and encouragement, your cat will soon feel more at ease.

Is it harmful that a cat keeps licking the shirt?

Some cats lick the shirt as part of their washing ritual or because they actually want to lick their wound or stitches. All MPS products are completely free of lead and toxic substances, so this licking behavior in itself is harmless.

Please note: if your cat continues to lick the shirt for a long time, small holes can appear in the fabric due to the rough tongue. That is usually not a problem, but of course it should not become a large hole through which the wound is still visible or accessible. Monitor your cat closely while wearing the shirt.

Sometimes cats still has to get used to wearing the shirt. If that’s the case, distraction can help. Distract him or her a bit with a toy or some treats, so that your little friend can focus on something else for a while.

Is the MPS Protective Pet Shirt also suitable for neutered male cats?

No, the MPS Protective Pet Shirt is not suitable for use after castration of male cats. Because the shirt is designed in such a way that the cat can continue to use the litter box, the surgical area is not protected after neutering.

How to recognize an original MPS product?

An MPS Protective Pet Shirt Cat is truly original when you spot the yellow MPS logo on the right side. Each legit product also has a wash label with an MPShologram. No logo or hologram? Then it's not an official product from Medical Pet Shirts Europe B.V. - meaning no guarantee on our quality, safety, and fit.