There is another kind of "elizabethan collar," the authentic one, that is like a big, stiff ruffle made of horse hair (it's called that but is really a synthetic material) The kids will certainly look cuter with a ruffle around their necks, instead of that cone you get at the vets. However, as much as I would like to make a couple for our Pet Talk buddies, it's not possible right now. How about sending you a diagram so you learn how to make it?