Abstract: A protective device is configured to be used as a barrier to prevent access by an animal to an injury to its torso, limbs, or paws. The protective device is made to be worn directly at the location of the injury to the animal's torso, limbs, or paws. The protective device includes a flexible barrier and at least one spacer attached to the flexible barrier and arranged to hold the flexible barrier in place and spaced a distance away from the injury. At least one strap or connecting fastener is operable to conform and attach the protective device to the animal at the location of the injury.