Kitty Kollars are currently in use in critical and emergency care clinics in the Los Angeles, NYC, Research Triangle NC and other areas, as well as Veterinary Teaching Hospitals at Texas A & M University and Tufts University. The collars are in use in Canada, Singapore, the UK, Hong Kong and Australia and in numerous individual practices across the US.
Close-up of tube and strap securing tube
Applications in a Veterinary Practice
The collar was designed to be a sensible solution to the everyday patient management of an esophagostomy tube (e-tube) in the cat and dog. The adjustable collar fits securely around the animal’s neck, with a hole for the tube and a Velcro™ strap to secure it when it is not in use. Circular quilted cotton pads are supplied to place between the collar and the skin, protecting the wound to absorb drainage from below and protect from contaminants from above. It eliminates the need for owners to attempt to learn bandaging techniques, as well as unnecessary repeated visits to your office for re-bandaging. Primary benefits include:
- Machine washable collars provide superior cleanliness of site
- Ease of application and removal (=convenience)
- Lowered risk of tube removal by animal
- Decreased risk of wound trauma (animals scratch at site less; less chance that owners will bandage too tightly and restrict breathing)
- Can leave in place for Radiographs, MRI, chemotherapy, other procedures
- Aesthetically pleasing for “squeamish” clients
- Send home a more professional and compassionate presentation
Styles and Usage:
Kitty Kollars are made in solid “clinical” colors, as well as patterns. We suggest that you purchase collars to place post-surgically, then offer clients the option to purchase a pattern of their choice to take home. Each collar is packaged in a plastic bag with a laminated information card, and comes with 6 protector pads (a one-to two week supply). Kitty Kollars are made in the US by hand and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Suggested retail is the same as our direct price. Please call or email Jorgensen Laboratories at 1-800-525-5614 orders@jorvet.com for pricing and a list of distributors that carry the product.
From our Veterinary Clients:
We have begun using them for all cats immediately after tube placement. It's not only easier for technicians and owners, but far less stressful for our kitties. All I've gotten are rave reviews! I'm planning on stocking plenty in hospital, but usually direct them to your site for replacement pads and/or extra Kollars.
Melinda Hossfield
Veterinary Emergency and Referral Group
Brooklyn,NYJust wanted to let you know that we tried the collar for the first time and are greatly impressed. It works beautifully. Thanks for your contribution to making our life and the lives of our patients and clients easier.
Hillside Veterinary Hospital
Cottonwood Heights, UT
... I sure do love the collars and so do my clients!!! That was an ingenious invention!!!
Kanda Hazelwood, DVM
Mountain View Animal Hospital
Sandy, Utah
I am a veterinarian who travels around the world lecturing about feline medicine to veterinarians and vet techs. I teach how to place feeding tubes, not only in lecture but also in labs. I would LOVE to share your kitty kollar with the participants! Could you please send me the video so that I can incorporate it into my powerpoints? (upon receipt) They are BEAUTIFULLY constructed and sewn.
Margie Scherk
DVM, Dip ABVP (feline)
Editor JFMS
"These are awesome..patients are tending to keep their tubes in with these....
I think that they are going to be a good seller here. I love them and am a little sad that I didn't think of them.... ;)"
Liz, Veterinary Technician, Feline Medicine
Texas A & M
".. thanks for the rad Kollars! We used one in a beautiful 15 year old cat with a long-standing lung tumor for palliative nutrition/hydration, the pink Kollar, she looks absolutely smashing in it!"
Shenandoah Diehl, DVM
Chief of Staff
Advanced Critical Care & Internal Medicine
Irvine, CA
Veterinarians please call Jorgensen Laboratories at 800-525-5614 or email orders@jorvet.com for pricing and order details.
