Cynthia S.
We are two days post-TPLO surgery on our 3 yo Shepherd mix. The Lick Sleeve has been a life saver as our Bailey-pup would not have done well with a cone. We took it with us to her surgery appointment and asked them to put it on her after surgery. It protects her incision so well and also keeps her shaved leg warm. I can’t wait to tell the vet how well this works. The tech wrote down the name of this product to tell their patients about as she thought it could work very well.
Lori H.
My petite Lab always falls in between sizes. The size charts always have me order a large for her and when it arrives it’s always too large. This time was no exception. However, I have been able to modify the sleeve to stay on by roller my the leg (as suggested) and tightening the belt. It is doing the job! Stays on and it doesn’t seem to bother her at all. So much better than a cone.
Daniel O.
Easy to place on the affected area, great protection and above all comfort four our girl during the recovery time.
Robert H.
Lick sleeve is the perfect cover after surgery. Without the cone my pup can rest comfortably as she heals. The people working at Lick Sleeve were so helpful in chosing the size and the after surgery care instructions they provided were very helpful. The fabric is stretchy and strong, like your favorite pair of sweatpants. Much higher quality than anything you can find online. I have already recommended Lick Sleeve to all my friends in case they ever need it.
mark M.
My dog is getting used to it. Actually likes it. And really isn’t licking it. That’s a good thing.
Laura J.
I wish I’d known about this months ago. Our 5 year old 95 lb female GSD had TPLO surgery in June. She did fine after surgery but in September she started licking the healed incision & caused an acral lick granuloma. Now after going back into the e collar & several different medicines & treatments, I found the Lick Sleeve online. She doesn’t LOVE it but she doesn’t try to get out of it. She’s an inside dog so I’m able to keep my eyes on her most of the time. She has not attempted to lick or try to get to her leg. I’m not sure how long she’ll have to wear the sleeve but I am so happy with the progress she’s already made. The e collar caused her such terrible anxiety so none of us were happy while she had to wear it. I wish all veterinary orthopedic surgeons knew about the lick sleeve. It’s some of the best money I’ve ever spent. It’s a GREAT invention.
Chuck H.
The first time we went out side to go potty, he peed down the side of the sleeve. It was our fault , After that, everything is great !
Mark M.
Very easy to put on. And movement is great. Coco usually hates things on. When we take it off to go to do her business she is looking to put it back on. lol. So it’s only been 3 days as the shipment didn’t come in 2 days as promised. But so far so good.
rebecca p.
So glad to have discovered this great product! God created Golden Retrievers to teach Veternarians how to treat hotspots!! Bailey has had some massive ones over her nine years, Now I have another fantastic tool in my box to help heal them!
the choice of material is fabulous... It makes sense to have several to keep one clean while wearing the other... A bit pricey, perhaps a quantity discount? Otherwise, such a winner!
Nancy H.
I did order too large but it worked out ok. ( had seen a comment from another customer to order a size up....)
Have a very clever dog who found a way to rub the sleeve at
the buckle enough to slide it down ( almost off ).
I had to tie from the buckle to his collar to keep it up ,
It was definately better than a cone !
Thank you
Richard S.
Has been easy to get on and off and Boss doesn't even fuss with it. Wish I had found this earlier.
Dick Sprague
Wanda M.
Works good but should have a way to make it more suitable for a male dog
Margaret M.
This helped our dog’s leg to heal. Thank you
Ashley M.
Thank you so much for this, it was a life saver, my dog did not like the cone at all, we switched to the Lick Sleeve, and haven't looked back since :)
Roxanne K.
Great invention. Really helps my pup.
Katherina W.
Great option for my Shepherd waiting on surgery to remove hardware. It also lets me know if he has been licking the area!
Kathleen M.
Perfect to keep my dog from licking his TPLO incision sight. He is a big German Shepherd and the XXL was a perfect size.
Ann G.
Has really helped our French Bulldog with her TPLO surgery. We feel confident her leg is protected and she’s comfortable without having to wear a hard plastic cone.
Bruce S.
good fit, easy to use.
Rick h.
It is great,does what we need
Judith K.
Never used return... we got one size too big, but it worked.
snorri g.
My 7 year old Chow Björn tore his ACL and had to have a surgery. I got two of the Large sleeves. They are easy to use and are very effective. Easy to wash and dry.
hiroko k.
He’s got dislocated hip joint and safety surgery done.
He has to remove the stitches today . I was ordered M but I’m not sure good fitting for him ? Seems like a good fit. I like this product and safe to wear it.
Deb L.
Licksleeve is good design and fits well. Fabric washes up nicely and worked well to protect my dog's wound.
I would recommend this to anyone. So much better than making my dog wear a plastic cone!!
Brenda
My dog had ACL surgery and we have been using the luck sleeve for her wound. It is amazing and would recommend it for everyone. The vet also loved it for her immediate post op.
Ginny D.
I bought a Lick Sleeve before my dog had knee surgery. It worked great to keep my dog for licking her leg. Great product!
Patricia T.
Hated the thought of Tilly having to wear the cone after her ACL surgery. The lick sleeve was spendy but worth it. She's getting staples out tomorrow and doing great!
KJ M.
My dog had an abscess that ruptured and I was trying to use a cone but it caused other issues. My veterinarian told me about Lick Sleeve, so I ordered it immediately. It does exactly what it says! What a great product! Thank you ever so much!
Aaron V.
The lick sleeve is an amazing alternative to the traditional e-collar. It fit our 12lb. pekingese mix (with stubby legs) comfortably!
Customer service was also great. We ordered a lick sleeve that has a small difference in the buckle from the one we got at the vet office. Customer service was on it, and told us that they had a new buckle design. They quickly processed an exchange for us, and we got the the new lick sleeve the next day.
Can't recommend them enough!
Celenna D.
This is our second one. Only because I misplaced the first one. Our Dobe had three cancer surgeries on his back left leg. The skin is so thin that anytime he licks the area it opens up a wound. The lick sleeve is a life saver. It keeps him from opening old wounds and staving off infections. We used the sleeves for his surgeries and it was so much better than the cone of shame. I can't praise lick sleeve enough. Looks like he is going to be a life time wearer and we are good with that because of what it does for him.
Alexis B.
Surgery isn’t until Dec 9, will keep you posted!
Carli O.
Have had a mostly 5 star experience with the lick sleeve. Our dog has gotten it off 3-4 times when she is in her kennel for extended periods, but I think it’s from her being hot as her incision has been untouched. Overall would use it again if she needed another surgery!
Hugh P.
Can’t believe how great the lick sleeve worked. Using a cone to keep your pet from licking after leg surgery is a cruel and should be banned. Cost is high but it helped my pet be comfortable as she recovered.
Lisa
We Tried EVERY surgical suit on Amazon.. Nothing fit our German Shephard/Dobbie mix. This sleeve was our answer. We hope everyone hears about your exceptional surgical wrap for dogs! Thank you for creating a great product!
JUSTINE P.
The Lick Sleeve provides us with so much peace of mind for post-TPLO recovery. We'd gotten a different type of leg sleeve from the vet which tied around her waist and then around her neck. Unfortunately it wasn't very secure and would rotate, fall off her leg but still remain tied around her neck. The band around her ankle would slip down over her paw and we worried it would trip her if she got up while no one was around to help. The Lick Sleeve has been fantastic at staying on and we have not had it fall off. The quality is very good, the material thick yet breathable, and the way it wraps around seems to be far more comfortable for our dog. At her two-week post-surgery appointment, I had to take off the Lick Sleeve off for the vet and it was as easy to take off as it was putting back on. I will be recommending the Lick Sleeve to anyone I know whose dog has leg issues requiring it to be covered! This is such a great alternative to the cone of shame!
Rita R.
This is by far the best thing I have bought for our dogs TPLO recovery. He hates the cone but the lick sleeve allows him the freedom to move and sleep comfortably. If you have an aggressive chewer/ licker I would advise the cone while you are away and the lick sleeve during supervision. Our dog leaves the incision alone so this is all he wears. So easy to take on/ off, very soft and roomy enough that it doesn't rub. Can even ice through it, can't recommend this enough!!! WORTH EVERY PENNY:)
Hillery R.
This was an amazing way to protect my dog, Nori’s, incision after TPLO surgery without her having to wear a cone. She has always been a master at getting cones off but was never able to get the Lick Sleeve off and didn’t really try as she was comfortable in it.
Pam C.
My dog just had bilateral TPLO surgery. The demonstration videos use dogs with one good leg which makes it easy to put on. I had to put one on my dog when she was laying on her side. Although it looked like I had it on correctly and it was snug, it kept sliding down my dog's rump. She is a Staffordshire bull terrier and has a sloping rump and slick coat. I suspect that this has something to do with it. She has her first rehab appointment tomorrow and I will see if they can help me get them on her. In theory I love these but am struggling to use them. I would use these with some sort of flexible e-collar or inflatable neck pillow, etc. My surgeon's tech said they have had patients who licked the lick sleeve and ended up with damp incisions.
Bev P.
My dog had TPLO surgery and managed to escape from her cone many times, even while at the surgery center. I purchased her a donut, that was too big. I had the surgery center put the lick sleeve on her and even they said it would be my saving grace.
Thank you for inventing this. I would however like to know how you wash it. Please advise
Thank you
Jay
This is the most amazing product I've ever bought for my dogs. It reduces lots of stress for all of us. Luna doesn't have to wear a cone.
I would give it more than five stars!!!
Kelsey
This made all the difference getting our dog to settle in and rest after both TPLO surgeries.
Mary
This is a must for TPLO surgery. Not sure if my dog would have survived 24/7 of the cone for the first two weeks. We still use it 3 weeks post surgery and our dog doesn’t mind wearing it. Best purchase for a very pricey surgery.
Steve O.
Although Maggie may not be drawn to licking as much as other dogs, it prevented my other dog and of course her from getting to the incision. Most importantly it allowed for less cone time when we were close by which made her happy.
Shari Z.
Lick sleeve fit perfectly with the measurements provided. Keeps the area protected.
Thomas O.
My dog had a large gash on her rear leg above the knee. Due to its location, stitches were not an option. We were instructed to place a large bandaid over the wound, and keep her in a cone for several weeks while it healed.
Thanks to the lick sleeve, we were able to take the cone off whenever we were with her. The lick sleeve stayed in place even during play time. It kept her from licking or pulling the bandage off and gave her the freedom to play with the kids without having to wear the cone.
We did use the cone at bedtime and whenever we were gone from the house, but being able to remove the cone for the majority of the time was a game changer. Thank You Lick Sleeve!!
Christie S.
My dog had acl surgery. The vet gave me a cone to use. But I’ve used the lick sleeve instead. This has been so much less stressful on me and my dog! Just went back to the vet for removal of his stitches and the vet said the incision site looked perfect! I would recommend this to everyone!!!
Judy C.
The Lick Sleeve worked as advertised. I'm extremely pleased with the sleeve and I know my dog appreciates it since he didn't have to wear the dreaded cone.
Sheila E.
I love this sleeve! SO much better than the hard plastic cones that get caught on everything. The size was perfect, easy to put on and doesn't bother my dog at all to be wearing it. You do need to unwrap it when taking a male outside but it's not a big deal, I just hold it out of the way and clip it back in place when he's finished and he can go about his business if he needs to poop afterwards. Great product!
Thomas B.
The sleeve has been a great alternative to the cone. Our Bichon could hardly walk outside with the cone because it would drag the ground and shove leaves up in her face. We have had no problems with the sleeve staying on and she seems comfortable in it.
sophia S.
I have a Doberman pincher who has a very long nose. The E-collars simply do not work for her. So this licks sleeve was a lifesaver!
Don W.
The lick sleeve really works! Bought one for my St. Bernards left rear leg. Worked like a charm. Licking stopped and leg healed up nicely.
Thank you for a great product!
Lace G.
Tynan had the dog version of ACL surgery. We were able to get him out of his cone and into the sleeve after just a few days- it’s been great at keeping his sutures clean and safe from licking/chewing while also allowing him to be more comfortable/cone free.
Susan P.
Lola had TPLO surgery 11 days ago. This Lick Sleeve has been a life safer. Before purchasing the sleeve she was having to navigate the kennel with a cone which we found very problematic. Space was tight as well as Lola had the pain of the surgical site. The surgery wound is healing very well. Best of all, the Lick Sleeve does not stick to the wound and allows it to be protected & dry. Lola does not attempt to lick or chew through it. She is 64# and wears a size large with no special adjustment required. We are happy customers - highly recommend Lick Sleeve!
Gregory P.
Great product instead of torturing your dog with a cone! She loves it
Heather W.
Lick Sleeve’s customer service is amazing! Honestly probably the best customer service I’ve encountered with ANY company. Very responsive and helpful with trouble shooting. Amazing even with my return.
It’s amazing quality, like under armour for dogs. Also a great design and concept. Unfortunately my dog is just very oddly shaped so it wouldn’t stay on her .
Extra points that returned lick sleeves get donated to a shelter.
Although it didn’t work for my dog I still give it 5 stars for the overall quality of the sleeve, design, and the customer service experience.
Elizabeth D.
Our dog is an 85 lb. Lab/Border Collie mix. We ordered the XL. I could have purchased the Large so that it fit a bit snugly. The XL was just a bit baggy on the leg but it all worked out fine. So much better than the cone around his neck.
Sara Beth H.
The Lick Sleeve has been a lifesaver in terms of keeping our little Otter girl from licking and chewing at her sutures. She recently had surgery for an acl tear and thankfully the veterinary staff shared this as an option over the horrendous Elizabethan collar.
Jennifer Y.
This product is amazing. It stays on/fits perfectly and provided my dog with the comfort she longed for during her recovery. I had originally purchased a competitor product from Amazon that did not even cover my dog's wound let alone stay on her properly as she moved about. The Lick Sleeve offered full coverage of her leg and also stayed in place as she moved around in her bed or went on walks and did Rollies in the grass. 5 stars, would absolutely recommend to a friend!
Robin R.
My doggo had surgery to fix a cruciate ligament tear - used the lick sleeve so that we could remove the cone of shame and she hasn't touched her incisions! SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE CONE.
Donna B.
Hennessy won’t have her surgery until Thursday. That said, I put the lick sleeve on her to try and get her accustomed to it. She immediately had no problem with it. Acted like she didn’t even notice it after only a couple of minutes. Sizing was perfect. I measured as instructed and it worked! I’m not dreading her surgery so much now. Thanks Lick Sleeve!
Jane L.
Works well. Stopped the licking and my dog is comfortable wearing it!
JASON S.
I like the product. It definitely is way more comfortable than the Cone. Our dog was miserable with the Cone and absolutely defeated. She is recovering so much better. It fits well, however stretches out quickly. Definite con is that when it starts to stretch you must tighten it up , and to point where it seems to tight and concerned about constriction and chaffing. However, when left loose, she figured out how to slip it off. I think with all the outfits out there for dogs, there may be something out there that would be similar and fit better, or make this more of a suit. That would keep it upright and secure on the body to prevent slippage, bunching and constriction. Regardless, I do love the product, and our dog is less anxious and recovering so much better. THANKS!
Marianne V.
The LickSleeve was crazy expensive, especially with the exchange rate -- but it is worth every penny. I knew that the cone would cause panic, and panic does not promote rest and healing. In her LickSleeve, my dog is as comfortable as she can be after knee surgery, and she is leaving her wound completely alone. Neither the surgeon who did her surgery nor anyone at the vet clinic had ever seen a LickSleeve before, and everyone is completely impressed and promoting the product to other people now. So, yeah, super expensive, but I'm not sorry I bought it. But for all the other Canadian dogs who are crying out for LickSleeves, how about a Canadian distributor so we can buy this great product for a somewhat more reasonable price and save on shipping to boot?
BTW, the app that you get with the LickSleeve is also really helpful.
Mark W.
This is truly a wonderful product. Our veterinary surgeon recommended this over the "cone of shame" for the recovery and healing time after surgery. Our pup responded as soon as we put it on her. She was up and walking on her leg within 24 hours of her surgery in no small part to the Lick Sleeve. We believe it added to her support and comfort level post op to give her additional stability moving around. We can't recommend this enough. If your pet has to have surgery do yourselves both a favor and use a Lick Sleeve over a cone for a more comfortable and less stressful recovery.
In addition the product also ships with helpful information regarding wound care and other tips. We truly felt we were dealing with a company that really cared about the recovery process.
Thank you Lick Sleeve!
DANA G.
Purchased it for my lab who had ACL surgery. She started out with the cone of shame, and I called Lick Sleeve and order one from them. Shipped fast and very easy to put on and adjust. She hasn't tried licking her wound at all. I am using the cone of shame at night, don't want to take any chances. The slick sleeve is made of light weight material. So far, I am very pleased.
Leslie V.
The lick sleeve is incredible! It has made my dog’s recovery so smooth. It has eliminated the need for an e-collar! I wish this had been around for some of my previous dog’s surgeries. It is a lifesaver!
Jennifer L.
Medium was too small and Large is way too big. Maybe not the best option for English bulldogs. Seems like a good concept and would probably work great for other breeds`
Kelly A.
After our 90lb pup had TPLO surgery we tried a different lick sleeve but she kept getting to the incision, the surgeon said she HAS to wear the cone because it’s opening up. She hates the cone and was already so miserable. I had almost given up but tried this lick sleeve and it’s perfect!!!! Thank you!!!
Elizabeth L.
The sleeve is great and fits well, but unfortunately it doesn't stop my dog from licking the sleeve and therefore getting the wound wet!
Megan K.
Easy to use, and seems to be comfortable! Once on, our 11 year old lab never messed with it. Good quality and adjustable straps. I also like that it's reversible!
Stephanie B.
I made of the mistake of ordering it after the stitches were off and was advised to remove the cone. So she ended up opening her wound slightly and made it all red and tender. That was about two days. Once received and her wearing it for 24 hrs I saw the difference. The wound is healing beautifully without her having access to it.
Kati
My dog would give this product 100 stars- sooo much better than the dreaded cone!
jackie m.
love the idea of it. when i went to pick up jaz i met another lady who had purchased this and she was telling me about it so i went to order a medium she had a small for her shiba and when they brought her out they told her it was way too small. now she had followed your guidelines and measured but it didn’t fit her dog. i was just about to order a medium based on my goldens measurements but decided to go up and get a large. got it finally 5 days later put it on. it fit but it felts just a tad tight on her. and guess what it has fallen off her twice now when i am not looking. back to the cone but it is a brilliant idea. Jaz has found a way to get out of it anyways
Delores B.
The lick sleeve is amazing. My pup has not even tried to lick or mess with incision and I bought an extra so I can wash and keep clean. Love this product.
Ann L.
She never tried to bother this sleeve in any way amazing
Lisa M.
Our Brittany Spaniel had a tumor removed from her rear right knee. We have to worry about not only her licking, but her sister as well. The lick sleeve has kept them both out of the healing wound. We bought the large going by size/weight. Perfect fit. We needed the extra room through to the ankle as there was swelling after surgery. We cut about 2 inches off the bottom, and there has not been any fraying. She wears each one for about 12hours, then gets a clean one. Belly band has stretched slightly…..so has our pups! Most importantly for us was that the material does not stick to nor seem to irritate her 8 inch incision. Has not gotten in the way of pee/poop either- big plus. Very happy we found this, and would recommend without reservation.
Camille D.
We needed the sleeve right away and were happy to be able to have it sent overnight. It arrived right on time.
After we brought our pup home from the TPLO surgery we easily were able to put it on him. The cone that was sent home with him was never used.
The Lick sleeve is effective and a great alternative to a cone. You do have to watch for licking and chewing. You do not want the sleeve to be wet from saliva. A warm moist environment breeds bacteria. If you don’t monitor your dog closely you will have an issue and potential infection.
The sleeve appears comfortable. Material is soft to touch and is not flimsy.
We are beyond happy with the product. The other leg will be done in ten weeks. Glad to have this ready to use when we need it.
Andrew W.
Great design. Great quality. It kept my dog from licking an open wound on her hind leg. The wound healed quickly, once she stopped licking it. The Lick Sleeve was easy to wash quickly and get back on. I would recommend it for any leg wound.
Ivey W.
I have truly been impressed with how quickly I received Frannies LickSleeve and when I had to return it and order a larger size. She has surgery November 7 so I will write another review and picture after she is truly wearing it. She ran around the yard with it on so I know it was comfortable. THANK YOU for your promptness in getting this to us so quickly. She HATED the cone when her other leg was done 5 years ago so I think this surgery will be more comfortable for her.
Gladys T.
Lick sleeve is great. So easy to use and our dog has no problem wearing it since it is soft material. It keeps him from licking his stitches and he doesn't have to wear a hard plastic cone.
Jennifer W.
Lick Sleeve has been a game changer so that we don't have to wear a cone! My dog hasn't bothered her incision at all. The size I first received ended up being too small and they overnighted a new one out to me!
Maria J.
This is a great product….no more cone! Our dog was much happier using the sleeve than a cone - additional comfort, keeps the wound clean. I highly recommend the Lick sleeve.
Laurie B.
The sleeve is amazing. Our pup is so more comfortable with the sleeve than the cone. And, she can't lick or chew on her stitches.
Judy B.
Great product, it sure beats having to wear the cone of shame!
Lynn N.
easy to put on, seems to be effective to prevent licking and chewing
Theresa M.
Best sleeve for if your baby has a cut or just recovering from a surgery.
Audrey Y.
Perfect solution for a dog who figured out how to remove his cone! Incision looks perfect!
Katelyn B.
Best purchase yet!
Sara
I don’t know how we’d have made it thru our senior gal’s TPLO without this to avoid the dreaded cone of shame! Thank you LickSleeve for such a high quality product!!
gary b.
The Lick Sleeve is worth it's weight in gold because its the first time I've found anything that will stay on my dog with the slick smooth black lab coat she has. I've tried other products that fell right off and weren't returnable. We tried many home remedies like a sock which had to be taped on, bandages to no avail. We won't make her wear that horrible plastic cone so we were losing our minds trying to keep her from licking her knee and stitches after surgery. It works great and lets the wound breathe. I highly recommend it!
I recommend ordering it before your pet has a procedure so you have it on hand. I had wait four days for shipping (because of the weekend) for standard shipping, The rate for next day shipping was ridiculous ($78). Not what I needed to hear after the surgery cost.
Judy B.
Awesome product!! Thank goodness you invented this Lick Sleeve, so much better than having the dog wear the cone of shame! It does double duty for us, it keeps the patient from licking the wound site, and it keeps our other dog from licking it too! I ordered a second sleeve so that I can wash one, and he can be wearing the second one. 10 STARS!!
Michelle W.
It worked great on our mastiff girl. It was a little rough in the beginning but we were able to figure it out. She has a TPLO surgery. It worked great and she continued to move around instead of standing still w a cone of shame on.. Thank you
Sue G.
The only thing that could be improved is a way to use for male dogs without having to dismantle it.
Randi K.
Bought this after reading tons of info on CCL repair for our 2yo Great Pyrenees. Was worried the XL would be too big, but the measurement chart was spot on. Vet recommended, no cone post op which is a plus and it provides comfort and protection. Love this product and would definitely recommend for anyone have surgery on their furry loved one!
Jocelyn F.
This has been an incredible garment for our injured puppy! He hates the old fashioned cone and he chews everything that his mouth reaches, but he couldn’t chew this one. I was so relieved because all we want for him is to get better. I stopped worrying about him leaking his wound raw when we’re at work or sleeping. Now Ghost is on his way to full recovery and his leg is safe! I strongly recommend this product to all of the over protective dog parents out there!!
Janice W.
The lick sleeve certainly provides peace of mind and the best comfirt for our dog. Madison had no issues with sliding your sleeve on , even the 2nd day after her surgery. It is so easy to put on, adjust and clean as necessary. Im very happy with your product and the wear and tear it can take. Thank you also for the delivery timelines, and the short wait period. Have a great day, Janice Wilson
Lisa R.
This thing is amazing my dog won't tolerate a cone and this has saved us
Stephanie M.
My dog had surgery and needed an alternative to a cone. The lick sleeve is amazing. It’s so soft. My dog loves it! Highly recommend!