Yes, we require a prescription for any oxygen source, which includes Pawprint Oxygen Canisters, Oxygen Kits, and Oxygen Concentrators.

Just enter your veterinarian’s information during checkout and we’ll contact them and get the prescription. If you already have a prescription you can upload it during checkout.

Orders ship out as soon as we receive and validate your prescription, typically 24-48 hours after your place your order.

An Oxygen Concentrator is a device that filters oxygen from the surrounding air to provide high-purity (>90%) oxygen to pets. It is often used in veterinary clinics and at home to provide oxygen to pets that require extended periods of oxygen therapy, typically more than 1 hour of oxygen a day.

There are several types of Oxygen Concentrators, however, not all Oxygen Concentrators are effective for administering oxygen to your pet.

Pawprint Oxygen sells medical-grade, continuous flow Oxygen Concentrators that support a safe environment for your pet during oxygen therapy. We have two models:

• Pawprint Oxygen Pro 5: This model has a maximum flow rate of 5 liters per minute, which is required for the Small and Medium Buster ICU Cages.
• Drive Medical 1025DS: This model has a maximum flow rate of 10 liters per minute, which is required for the Large Buster ICU Oxygen Cage.

Non-medical grade Oxygen Concentrators, such as those available on Amazon or without a prescription, may not be able to produce enough oxygen to support a safe environment for your pet. They typically produce lower oxygen purity at higher flow rates.

Portable or Pulse Dose Oxygen Concentrators use pressure sensors to deliver oxygen in small bursts based on your breathing. These units are NOT appropriate for pets because they cannot sense their breathing.

No, you do not need to refill an Oxygen Concentrator. It constantly generates oxygen from the room air, so you never need to worry about running out of oxygen.

In order to achieve safe levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, heat, and humidity inside the Buster ICU Oxygen Cage, you need to supply it with a continuous flow, medical-grade Oxygen Concentrator. Your Oxygen Concentrator needs to be able to produce >90% oxygen at flow rates from 5 to 10 liters per minute.

The Small and Medium Buster ICU Cages require a flow rate of at least 5 liters per minute. The Large Buster ICU Cage requires a flow rate of 10 liters per minute.

These machines are very easy to use and require little maintenance. Other than the occasional wipe-down to remove excess dust and debris, there are two filters within the concentrator. The first filter you’ll see on the back is the pre-mesh filter. This can be removed and rinsed as needed with warm soapy water and allowed to dry completely before putting it back on the machine (much like your vacuum’s sponge filter). Behind the pre-mesh filter is the Box filter, which does not need to be replaced until you’ve reached 5,000 hours (the hour-meter is the small digital display on the side of the unit) or one year of steady use.

The Small and Medium Buster ICU Cages require a flow rate of at least 5 liters per minute. The Large Buster ICU Cage requires a flow rate of 10 liters per minute.

After 30 days, a purchased concentrator cannot be returned. However, most veterinary offices, emergency hospitals, and even animal shelters are always extremely grateful to receive these life-saving machines as a donation!

Yes we do! Our concentrators can be rented on a monthly basis or purchased outright. Our rental option is perfect for pets who may need a lot of oxygen but not for a long period of time, such as those recovering from pneumonia or other short-term illnesses, as well as pets who may have an uncertain prognosis.

If you’re unsure that this is the best fit for you, give us a call at 855-699-4366 and we’ll help you make the best choice for you and your pet.

Our Pawprint Pro5 model can be rented for $400 for the first month and $200 each month after. The Drive10 model can be rented for a $500 monthly fee. These units come with brand new oxygen tubing and a pre-paid return label for your convenience. Simply place the return label over the old one, drop off at your nearest UPS store, and we’ll take care of the rest!

Yes! The Pawprint Pro5 unit is intended for use with anesthesia equipment as well as for oxygen therapy. All you need to do is remove the green ‘Christmas tree’ adaptor and connect a 1240 DISS fitting from the machine to your equipment.