Abstract: A protective cone effective as a veterinary restraint when fitted on an animal. The protective cone may have a substantially transparent body with inner and outer arcuate sides extending between end sides. An adjustable closure may releasably secure the end sides into a closed configuration of a truncated cone about an animal's neck and head. The protective cone may have perforations to pass air. The protective cone may have padding on the inner and outer arcuate sides. A substantially circular detachable mesh cover may cover the top opening of the protective cone. A compressible collar may be attached to the bottom opening of the protective cone.