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Our return and exchange policy:
Tails in the City wants you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return your purchase to us in its original and unused condition within 30 days of receipt for a full merchandise exchange or refund.

We allow one complimentary exchange per item. You will be charged a restocking fee of $12 to cover shipping and handling on any additional exchanges. We do not accept returns or exchanges COD and we do not reimburse shipping charges.

Please ship your return/exchange to the following address:
Tails in the City
Attn: Returns/Exchanges
One East Delaware Place
Chicago, Illinois
60611

Please include your packing receipt with a detailed explanation for your return or exchange. We highly recommend you request insurance and delivery tracking when shipping your return or exchange to us. Unfortunately, we are unable to issue refunds or exchanges on any merchandise sent back to us after 30 days of receipt of original purchase. All returns and exchanges must be in their original and unused condition. We cannot accept returns or exchanges on any used or worn merchandise. Please note all toys, beds, carriers, custom orders, bakery items, and clearance/sale items are considered a final sale and cannot be exchanged or refunded for any reason.

Please measure your pet carefully. If you have questions regarding sizing, please contact us via email at customerservice@tailsinthecity.com. We will be happy to assist you.

Methods of Payment
We accept Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept personal checks or money orders on any e-commerce purchases.

Sales Tax
Illinois residents will be charged sales tax on all purchases.

Shipping

A flat rate $5 ground shipping charge applies to all standard purchases.
Please note the following exceptions apply:

  • Beds, furniture, & oversized and overweight items are not considered standard purchases and additional shipping charges may apply.
  • Tails in the City will notify you of any additional shipping charges prior to being charged.
  • $5 ground shipping also applies to clearance, sale, and promotional items except where noted.
  • Exchange items may require an additional $5 ground shipping charge.
  • $5 ground shipping only applies to the contiguous 48 United States. Orders being shipped to Alaska, Hawaii, and to all international destinations will be charged additional shipping charges.

Need it in a hurry? Please email us at info@tailsinthecity.com or call us directly at 1-800-266-1118. We will let you know if your item is in stock and will gladly help arrange for expedited delivery.

Tails in the City ships all domestic orders via UPS ground, FedEx ground, or Priority Mail service. Standard delivery time is 10 to 14 days on all in-stock merchandise. Merchandise sent directly from our vendors may take longer. Oversize items may require additional shipping and handling fees. You will be notified of any additional charges prior to being charged.

It is your responsibility to provide us with an address that can accept UPS or FedEx deliveries. If you will not be at your shipping address to sign for your package, we suggest you have your package shipped to your workplace or to an alternate address where someone will be able to sign for it. Tails in the City cannot be responsible for the loss or any damages to packages delivered without a signature.

Tails in the City will gladly ship around the world. Items being shipped internationally may require additional shipping charges. You will be notified of any additional shipping charges prior to being charged. Tails in the City is not responsible for any customs charges, taxes, or duties that may apply to your order. These charges are determined by each individual country at the time your purchase is delivered. Unfortunately, we cannot be responsible for loss or damage to packages being shipped internationally. Please note, customers are responsible for including complete and accurate address information on all orders.

If we are unable to successfully deliver your package(s) due to customer refusal, customer negligence, or incomplete shipping information and your package is returned to us we will attempt to contact you via phone and/or email if provided. If we do not get a response within ten (10) days, you will be charged a 30% restocking fee in addition to being charged the appropriate shipping charges. All orders that require re-shipping at the request of the customer, will be charged for additional shipping.

Sizing
Determining the appropriate size for your pet will be based upon how your animal is built. Each breed has particular characteristics that will influence the appropriate size for your pet. Please read all product descriptions carefully. All collars, harnesses, and pet apparel are sized in inches. Sizing may vary based upon the manufacturers individual specifications. We recommend you use the following guidelines:


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For collar sizing, we suggest you measure loosely around your pet's neck. If you are measuring your existing collar, measure end to end on quick release collars and measure from the buckle to the hole you use on collars with traditional buckle hardware.

For harness sizing, in addition to measuring around the neck, we suggest you measure around the body.

For apparel sizing, we suggest you measure from the base of the neck where the collar sits to the base of the tail. Apparel sizing is usually shown in inches. For example a 10" tee would fit a dog that measures at least 10" from the base of the neck to the base of the tail.

We recommend you round up to the next size if your measurement is at or near the maximum range. Take into consideration how your pet is built. A broad chest, wide underside, or thick coat will affect your size choice. If you have additional questions on sizing, please contact customerservice@tailsinthecity.com before placing your order. We will be happy to assist you.

Privacy
Tails in the City values your privacy. All of your personal information will remain confidential and will never be distributed or sold to any third party for any reason.

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