The goal of our product is to provide an alternative to sticky or escapable bandages. The No Flap™ Ear Wrap allows the ears to lie in a natural position while keeping them immobile. This also allows ease of access to the surgical site or the injury for monitoring and or applying medications during recovery.  

For dogs who have just had an invasive surgery or a severe injury to the ear flap or pinna, we suggest using the NFEW in conjunction with the e-collar until you have permission from your veterinarian to remove the e-collar. The e-collar may be necessary from a couple of days to a week. (depending on the seriousness of the surgery or injury) After the critical first days have passed, the NFEW can be worn without the e-collar. (by now the pup should be accustomed to having the wrap on his/her head) If your dog is persistently determined to get the wrap off, an E-Collar is strongly advised to protect their ears during recovery and prevent excessive and premature wear to the No Flap™.

Each wrap is designed to allow you to provide a more custom fit, (the length can be retracted) we ask that you monitor the pup to make sure you have it attached properly.

If your pup has a surgery scheduled, the best thing to do, if possible, is to get the wrap early and acclimate the pup to the NFEW, taking it on and off, rewarding the dog with praise and treats.

The No Flap Ear Wrap does not take the place of medical treatment by a professional. Please seek a medical opinion, diagnosis, and treatment before and while using the No Flap Ear Wrap. Ruling out infection and creating a healing plan is always a good idea.

To avoid ordering the incorrect size and the hassle of returns and exchanges, please measure. Our wraps are measurement specific. The structure of a dog determines the size you should order. As an example, some Labrador’s wear the Large, Medium or S/M size. Even within the same breed, each dog is unique in length and collar size. If you are unsure as to which size to order, you can email us your dog’s breed and measurements and our team is happy to assist you in selecting the correct size for a proper fit. 

This is a common situation. All of our sizes are adjustable by 2” in length and 5 inches in the collar for the larger sizes. The smaller sizes have a collar adjustment of 3-4 inches. Please refer to our sizing chart on the Measurement & sizing page. 
When measuring, it is best to have the dog sitting or standing. This will ensure a correct length and collar measurement.
For the length, start the measurement in the center of the forehead 1.5 inches above the middle or center of their eyes. Continue back between the ears stopping where the bottom of his/her dog collar or an E-collar naturally sits on the neck. If you have measured all the way to the shoulders/withers, you have gone too far. For the collar size, measure snugly where their collar sits. 

The No Flap™ can be used on dogs with Prick, Drop, Rose, Tulip, Hound, Flying, Button and Semi-Prick ears. Keeping the ears from flapping is critical when healing ear injuries or ailments such a hematomas and vasculitus. We have many GSD’s, Chihuahuas, Frenchie’s, Australian Cattle Dogs, etc. that have Prick Ears (upright) that have used it during recovery. When the wrap is applied we advise that ears of all “styles” rest naturally, unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian. For upright ears, the wrap is placed on the head and the ears fold forward comfortably.

If you are concerned about your dog's ears laying flat while healing, please consult your veterinarian. The wrap is not a compression bandage, but rather a recovery device that keeps the ears from flapping. It is fitted, but not as tight as wrapped gauze and bandaging around the head. We defer to your vet as they know your dog best!

*Hound Ears

Our wraps are designed to stop the flapping from the head out. 

If they can't flap those long gorgeous ears they can't draw the blood to the ear tips. With the long eared breeds, their ears are likely to not be completely contained in the side pockets of our wraps, but rest assured even if the long ear tips hang out a bit, they still can't get the momentum going that will draw the blood into the compromised tissue or through the possible ear tip injury.  

The No Flap Ear Wrap has sturdy plastics strategically sewn into the wrap forming a skeletal structure for support. Anchored by the top and bottom of the wrap there are two pockets that contain plastic spines that prevent the dog from pushing the wrap backward. The NFEW features a cinch strap just above the collar on the outside back of the neck that when cinched behind the ears, helps keep them in place while not allowing the wrap to be pushed forward. The cinch strap is also used to keep the wrap from skewing sideways.

This is a great question. We encourage you to discuss this with your veterinarian to make an informed decision on a treatment plan. It can be used both ways, either to avoid surgery or post-surgery recovery to aid in healing. If wanting to avoid surgery and the hematoma is large, some customers opt to have the hematoma aspirated before using the wrap to shorten healing time. If you have the aspiration done, the ear flap will fill back up about half the size as the hematoma created a large void. This is normal.

The No Flap Ear Wrap is especially helpful to the older dogs who are not a good candidate for undergoing anesthesia.

Absolutely, this is the best thing to do. If you have the opportunity to acclimate the pup to the No Flap Ear Wrap a couple of days ahead of time, he/she will be used to having something wrapped around his/her head post-surgery. We suggest that you put it on and take it off several times, leaving it on a little longer each time. You can reward them with a small treat each time you re-attach it, building a positive experience.

We defer to your veterinarian as they know your dog best. If they have recommended the No Flap Ear Wrap, keep in mind it is less constricting than traditional bandaging and tape used for hematoma recovery. Our Pinpoint Mesh is recommended for dogs during recovery who need the most breathable fabric option. Some veterinarians prescribe powders that can be used to stop moisture buildup. We have had customers who rolled large sized cotton balls in calamine-based powder (talc free!) and placed them above the ear canal before attaching the wrap, to stop moisture build up. This needs to be done several times a day. Additionally, you can alternate the cone and the No Flap Ear Wrap to give your pup a relaxing break for eating and drinking or just letting them play for a while. Please make sure that they cannot flap their ears while wearing the e-collar solely.

This can happen when you have a dog that is extremely slender and tall, it can also happen if your dog has a short length and large collar circumference. If you find that your dog is a specialty size, please reach out to us via email at noflapearwrap.com. We have custom adaptions that can usually ship same day if ordered within normal shipping hours. We know that just like us, dogs are also built differently. We are happy to accommodate your dog’s custom needs.

No, in fact another one of the great things about the No Flap Ear Wrap is the ease of access for applying medications such as ear drops or ointments. The collar piece can stay attached while the Velcro under the chin is undone to gain access to the ear. Once the medication is applied, simply reattach the Velcro. Additionally, easy access to the ears for observation of healing just got easier.

Absolutely. If recovering from a hematoma, a surgery that requires stitches, vasculitis or any small injury to the ear flap, it is very important to keep the ear stable and protected both day and night until ear is completely healed. Our goal is to stop the flapping that forces blood through the pinna/ear flap and exiting through already compromised tissue. All it takes is one strong flap of the ears to take you back to square one. When you think it is healed, we suggest leaving in on for an additional 3-4 days to be on the safe side. This gives the tissue even more time to build back up and strengthen.  If you are not sure it is completely healed, we defer to your veterinarians advice to give you the green light to go wrap free.

The e-collar may be necessary depending on the severity of the wound or in the case of a very delicate yet invasive surgery.

In many cases, the No Flap Ear Wrap can be worn in conjunction with the e-collar for easy access to check how the healing process is going or to apply medications without having to take the time to cut off bandaging and re-bandage. The e-collar can cause depression, anxiety and excess nervousness with a longer healing plan. This is because the dog can’t eat, drink, rest, play or do its business normally. With our product they can eat, drink, sleep play and take care of business normally. Our wraps do not block the peripheral vision that causes the nervousness. An added bonus, your dog can still fit through a dog door.

The No Flap Ear Wrap is more breathable than a bandage and gauze wrapped head. The gauze and bandaging are wrapped tight. The No Flap Ear Wrap fits snug but not tight. With the wrap, the ear can hang normally, in its natural down position. The best part is that the ears are not trapped. You can open the No Flap Ear Wrap and scratch their heads for them from time to time. (however, don't let them flap!)

Yes, it’s important to always keep your dog’s collar on with all their information. We suggest that you keep their personal collar below the No Flap collar, not under the No Flap collar, but below. If this is not possible and it wants to ride up the neck, please loosen it a bit and allow for it to circle comfortably over the collar of the No Flap Ear Wrap, making sure it does not compromise the wraps collar and shift the wrap askew.

We suggest that you ease them into it if you can. Usually, merging from the e-collar to the No Flap Ear Wrap really improves their spirits, especially if they have been in the e-collar for a long time. We recommend allowing them to check out the No Flap by you holding it and allowing them to smell it, then gently opening it up and adhering the Velcro and taking it apart. The Velcro sound can be different to sensitive dogs, this helps acclimate them as it will be close to their head/ears. Don't rush to take the e-collar off if your dog is sensitive to new things, you can always reward with  treats by short intervals of applying and taking off the wrap in conjunction to your dogs ears being protected with an e-collar recovery product.

If you have more than one dog or a puppy with sharp baby teeth, it's best to keep the active chewers supervised or separated from the pups who are wearing the wrap.

Please remember once the wrap is fitted that you can trim off the excess Velcro tabs, which in turn, eliminates a grabbing point for active dog friends or siblings. Dogs with determined temperaments, who rub their head on floors, trees, fences and furniture can also wear the material of the wrap faster. To help prevent this, make sure you have the wrap fitted with the proper length to eliminate blocked peripheral vision which in turn can make them nervous increasing their desire to rub and shift the wrap around.

Yes, the Pinpoint Mesh is a poly/cotton blend and the Denim wrap is 100% cotton. We recommend that you remove the inner plastic spines and hand wash only using cold or tepid water. Mild soap recommended, making sure to rinse all soap thoroughly. You can line dry the wraps or toss in a dryer on air dry, no heat. Heat should be avoided as it will warp the inner plastic skeletal structure that is sewn into the collar and face piece.

Pinpoint mesh - is strong and breathable, making it one of our most popular fabrics for the dogs who:

Are experiencing a longer healing plan such as a hematoma or an active ear/yeast infection with a hematoma

Need the most breathable fabric 

Want the softest and lightest weight fabric

Are prone to ear infections and need the most airflow

Are senior pups or have sensitive skin or ears 

Live in a very warm or humid climate

Denim-  Our most durable and robust material, recommended for:

Younger dogs or adult dogs with a determined temperament

Nervous scratching, heavy itching
Attending doggie daycare, or rowdy play, tugging or pulling playmates
Dogs that rub on chain link dog runs, wood fencing and trees
Active dogs, dogs that spend time hiking or rooting around in cheat grass
Nasty nicks and tears on the ear while hunting, field training etc.

The No Flap Ear Wrap was designed for dogs. A cat's hind claws are very sharp and tend to shred the wrap. Their body structure is usually too slender around the face and neck/collar for our wraps to fit properly. If the fit is not proper, the wrap will not work. Our feline friends are also agile enough to contort their way out of the wrap, some become very nervous as well. Unfortunately we do not recommend this product for cats. 

Most likely the wrap is not applied and aligned properly. Re-attach the collar higher, on the collar line, not too low. A common mistake is to have the collar attached too low. This then causes the whole wrap to be misaligned, thus pulling the ears back.

*re-attach collar higher and snug (1-2 finger give underneath) 

*Place head piece down on head, attaching chin Velcro 

*Make sure the important cinch strap is snug. It helps with stability. It also gathers the material between the head and collar piece to hug the fabric in to better contain the ears. 

WHEN YOUR DOGS EARS ARE ALIGNED UNDER THE WRAP WITH THE SEAMS OF THE WRAP'S EAR FLAPS, IT'S A PROPER FIT.