The STOP CAT collar helps to STOP Cats' from catching BIRDS & wildlife native to the UK!
"STOP CAT" is a Hi Viz Bird Protecting cat collar From LIFEX COLLARS UK - UK REG.DESIGN # - 6084012
MADE IN ENGLAND UK - AS FEATURED IN PLATINUM MAGAZINE JANUARY 2020 EDITION
The STOP CAT collar helps to STOP CATs' from catching BIRDS native to the UK! In many cases it also helps deter the cat from catching other wildlife.
This listing is for cotton collars- please see our other listings for waterproof and 100% reflective vesions.
By combining the use of our unique UVR reflectors - Multi tonal bells and vividly coloured patterns the STOP CAT collar works with a three tiered approach to help in preventing fatalities amongst our wildlife.
Detailed information on how they work together with related scientific studies are included below for your reference. BUT, that's not all, see below for additional benefits only available with the STOP CAT collar!!
SIZES:Our standard collar is 'One size fits all' however we also offer a range of sizes and widths to suit the tiniest kitty to the mighty lions of our domestic cat world - tell us your cats neck size and coat length for the best fit
The collars work for 97% of cats if however, your kitty falls into the remaining 3% please contact us, we may well be able to offer you a refund in part or full.
STYLES: Available in a range of colours, patterns and fabrics including our new waterproof rip stop - waterproof softest poplin and luxury velvet - our fabrics are "Oeko-Tex Certified Fabrics"
(STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® is one of the world's best-known labels for textiles tested for harmful substances) wherever possible.
If you opt for the 'RANDOM' coloured collar you will receive a collar in the colour of our choosing picked at random, this includes waterproof collars and collars with slight FAULTS/FLAWS but this will not affect the collars' function in anyway and is only cosmetic.
FASTENERS: We offer a standard NON break free collar fastener - or - a Break Free collar fastener.
PLEASE NOTE: The break free collar is designed to BREAK FREE should your kitty become caught in trees, hedges etc., if this happens the collar snaps open and releases the cat to safety - if your kitty comes home minus the collar this means the BREAK FREE fastener has worked and it is NOT a reason for complaint or negative feedback.
The STANDARD fastener will NOT break free and will not cause loss of the collar!
BELLS: We use Multi-tonal bells on all of our collars (please tell us if you do not require bells) this helps to eliminate the chances of over familiarity of the ring tones for the cat.
UNLIKE Other Products currently available on the market - our collars do not rely solely on the colour or pattern to alert birds to the cats' presence - our collars use a unique combination of UVR elements which act like 1000's of mirrors reflecting the UV light back towards the birds and it is the UV LIGHT that birds see best - with the addition of our Multi tonal bells and Vivid coloured patterns this makes the STOP CAT collar the most uniquely effective bird protecting collar available. AND THERE'S MORE!!!
All STOP CAT COLLARS BENEFIT FROM -
A HAND MACHINE STITCHED INNER & OUTER COLLAR - no nasty chemicals to upset the cat
SAFETY BREAK FREE or STANDARD FASTENER - Your choice of fastener
RETRO REFLECTIVE trim - Night time protection - makes cats more visible to road users etc.,
BIRD SAVER MULTI TONAL BELLS - See 'the pros & cons of bells' report below
UVR REFLECTING ELEMENTS - act like 1000's of mirrors reflecting UV light to alert birds to the cats' presence
TRACKING SYSTEM - A serial number unique to each collar enables the collar to be returned to the buyer should it become lost. If this happens the finder can contact ourselves, we will then get in touch with you to arrange the return of your collar.
ADDITIONAL OUTER POPPER (Excluding velvet collars) - Extra safety from the collar becoming caught on twigs etc.,
PEACE OF MIND in the knowledge that you are doing whatever you can to keep your furry baby and its' instinctive prey AS SAFE AS POSSIBLE
FITTING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT!! Correct fitting of a cat collar is of ultimate importance - and although each collar comes with full instructions on how to fit the collar correctly we HIGHLY recommend you watch this video which gives a clear and precise demonstration of the correct procedure
Correct fitting of a cat collar is of ultimate importance - Please view this excellent guide showing how to fit the collar correctly
https://youtu.be/Y8HtPT5Hmog - How to correctly fit your cat collar
https://youtu.be/vs8euPLglUo - Which collar? break free or standard
https://youtu.be/OKHIByDM9zQ - How to ruffle your collar/sleeve
https://youtu.be/Uq1uGzGXUpI - How to adjust your stop cat collar
SO - HOW DO STOP CAT COLLARS WORK?
birds are very visually orientated - they use their sight to forage and hunt for food - and unlike human eyes, bird eyes can detect a fourth colour range - which is in the UV spectrum.
Scientific studies note that avian and human colour perceptions are very different and that the use of human colour standards can produce misleading results when trying to alert birds to predators.
The human eye has three types of colour receptors, or cones - they are sensitive to red, blue and green frequencies of light, but Birds have a fourth receptor (that varies across species) in the type of frequency it can detect. Some birds have their fourth colour receptors sensitive to violet light- others, can detect light further into the UV part of the spectrum therefore it is the
UV FREQUENCY RANGE THAT WE NEED TO CONSIDER when
ALERTING BIRDS to PREDATORS
By ENHANCING the UV PROPERTIES of our collars we are INCREASING the VISIBILITY of your CAT (the predator) to the birds AND other wildlife during both day and night, dawn and dusk, when birds are at their most vulnerable.
Our BIRD SAVER - HI VIZ cat collars give excellent visibility during both day time to birds and other wildlife and night times making your cat more visible to cars and other road traffic with a reflective trim around the edge for night time visibility - (helps make cats appear larger to cars and other cats) and
OUR ALL IMPORTANT - UNIQUE UVR REFLECTORS - which act like 100's of mirrors reflecting the UV rays back towards the birds, birds have the ability to see colours in the UV spectrum and these are the colours that BIRDS SEE BEST - Allied with our dual tone bird saver & wildlife bells makes this collar an ideal all round addition to your cats wardrobe keeping your cat safe at night, audible during the day and night and ultimately more visible to birds and wildlife 24/7.
PLUS - EVERY COLLAR BENEFITS FROM OUR UNIQUE TRACKING SYSTEM - which has helped reunite many lost collars, cats & kittens with their owners
So whether you want added protection for night time prowlers - higher visibility 24/7 to make others aware of your pusskins presence or just loud bells to alert other living things - this might just be the collar for you
BELOW we have included reviews/scientific studies on the effectiveness of bells and Hi Vizibility -
PLEASE READ!!
RECENT REPORTS REGARDING CATS HUNTING HABITS
Cats are stealthy hunters, they need to avoid being seen while stalking prey. Research shows a significant reduction in song birds caught by cats wearing a bright ruffle type of collar.
This collar does not physically stop your cat from catching birds but it does alert birds (and other wildlife) by giving both visible and audible warnings that the cat is close by thus allowing the cats' prey the opportunity to escape.
Cats are believed to be responsible for the deaths of 55 million birds in Britain every year and have been blamed for contributing to the long term declines of garden birds like the house sparrow.
Populations of other garden birds, such as the robin and dunnock, are also said to suffer from predation by cats.
Dr Tim Harrison, from the BTO, said cats were able to reduce the effectiveness of bells through careful movements. By keeping their heads still as they stalk, the sound of the bell is reduced. "It is fascinating that you have this animal that can try to compensate for this bell put round its neck.[1]
The bell will warn potential prey of the cat's approach. Cats eventually learn to walk without ringing the bell and pet owners are therefore encouraged to regularly change the bell [2]
References1. Jasper Copping. "Change your cat's bell to save birds", telegraph.co.uk, 30 May 2010.
2. Anton Karis. "Katter dödar 16 miljoner fåglar om året" (at 8 min), Studio Ett, Sveriges radio, 28 June 2016. Retrieved 28 June 2016.
THE PROS & CONS OF BELLS
A number of studies have looked at whether or not bells help prey escape from cats, and the general consensus is yes! Bells on collars seem to reduce the amount of prey caught by about half, which could be enough to no longer pose a threat to ecosystems.
Effectiveness aside, many pet parents worry that a bell will hurt their cat’s ears. According to Veterinary PhD student Rachel Malakani, a collar bell will produce sound at about 50-60 dB, but studies have shown cats to be unaffected by sounds under 80 dB. While some cats with anxiety may not react well to the bell’s sound, it’s likely that the majority of cats simply won’t care.
Some owners worry that as well as alerting prey, a bell would also alert large predators to a cat’s presence. While this is possible, given most predators acute hearing, it’s unlikely that the relatively quiet noise of a bell would make the difference between your cat getting detected or not. If you live in an area where your cat is at risk of being attacked by large animals you should probably be keeping your cat indoors anyway, or at least supervise their outdoor activities. You can also invest in a cat enclosure, which will allow your feline to enjoy the fresh air safely!
BELL ALTERNATIVES - if you’re unwilling to put a bell on your furry buddy, you do have another option – cat bibs. these devices are brightly coloured to alert potential prey to the cat’s presence before they can pounce. While your cat might look a bit silly wearing a rainbow bib, the scientific research on these products shows they reduce predation rates by roughly the same amount as bells. That said, the devices that rely on colour to alert potential prey work much better on birds (who have very good colour vision) than they do on small mammals (who generally have quite poor vision).
If you’re scared of attaching any collars or collar-mounted devices to your felines – you shouldn’t be. While fears that cats can become strangled or trapped by a collar caught on debris are common, actual adverse effects from collars are rare. One study looked at 107 veterinarian practices and found only one collar-related injury per every 2.3 years, with collar-related deaths being even rarer. You can mitigate your fears further by using a breakaway collar.
If your cat ventures outdoors, especially if you live in an area with endangered species, please do your part to aid conservation efforts by outfitting your kitty with an anti-hunting device.
Ada McVean, BSc
Ada has a B.Sc. from McGill University with a double major in chemistry and gender studies, where she recently started a master’s degree in chemistry. She has been writing for the McGill Office for Science and Society since 2016 and spends her spare time cleaning up after her guinea pigs and gecko.
TERMS OF SALE - REFUNDS
Due to hygiene reasons STOP CAT collars and covers are non returnable unless they are still in original packaging and in brand new, unused condition. The buyer is responsible for all postage costs if the return is due to 'change of mind'.
Should the item arrive damaged please contact us immediately outlining the damage and including (if possible) a photograph to illustrate this. We will arrange for a replacement to be sent out to you at our expense however in some cases we may require you to return the item for us to assess your claim before we can resolve the issue.
Images are indicative of the quality and style of the product specification but may not represent the actual detail of the product as received - this is due to constant improvements we strive to ake in accordance with customer requirements/feedback and or safety measures demed to be necessary at any given time. Although this might mean slight changes to the overall appearance of the collar it will not affect the efficacy of the collar- any changes will only be to better the quality - safety -efficacy of the collar.
All images and colours are not intended to form part of any contract or warranty.
No returns/claims will be accepted for any reason whatsoever after 14 days of receipt of goods this is in compliance with the UK distance selling regulations.
