The product didn't hold my dog, it's cracked or otherwise damaged. What should I do?

Send photos of the damage via the claim form. We will assess the cause and, depending on the situation, send a replacement or refund your money. Before submitting a claim, check: Suitability of the material for the intended purpose. For maximum strength, we recommend stainless steel or brass. The "Breaking load" value of the product — this is not the weight of the dog it should hold. A dog can generate more than ten times its own weight in pulling force, see What does the breaking load value mean. Condition of the product. Worn or weakened components (e.g., from dragging on asphalt) will fail faster. Regular inspection extends service life.

The snap hook or buckle won't open or close. What should I do?

This is usually caused by dirt or lack of lubrication. Follow these steps: If the product was in rain, let it dry thoroughly. Clean the spring area with a soft brush (an old toothbrush works fine) — mud in the mechanism is the most common cause. Apply a small amount of universal lubricant (e.g., WD-40) to the moving parts. Open and close several times to distribute the lubricant. If the problem persists, send photos or video via the claim form.

The shipment did not arrive on the expected date or got lost. What should I do?

First step: open the tracking link from the email we sent you after handing over the shipment to the carrier. There you will find the current location and status. Depending on what the tracking shows: The shipment is moving, just delayed. Wait — delays on the carrier's side occasionally happen, especially during holidays or bad weather. Tracking hasn't moved for a long time or the delivery date has already passed. Contact the carrier directly (contact details are at the tracking link). Carriers can best trace where the shipment got stuck. Tracking shows delivered, but you don't have the package. Check with neighbors, at reception, or in the vicinity — carriers sometimes leave packages in unusual places without notice. If nothing, contact us. You suspect the shipment is lost. Write to us via customer support — we have a colleague who handles these cases: she will trace the shipment with the carrier, open a claim, and arrange the next steps with you (replacement / refund).

Complaints & Returns

Occasionally, you may find that the goods you have purchased do not suit you, or that there is a problem that requires a complaint. On this page, you will find all the information you need about our returns and complaints policy. We are here to help you through the process and answer any questions you may have. Your satisfaction is our motivation.

Claim goods

As a customer, you have the right to claim for defective goods if:

The product has a manufacturing defect or does not meet the specifications in the description.
The product was damaged in transit.
The product does not perform as expected.

Claim procedure

Prepare the following documents for a quick processing of your claim: invoice number, description of the defect, photos or a short video of the defective product.
Contact us using our online form.
Our customer service will inform you of the next steps. We will do our best to resolve your complaint as quickly as possible. In some cases, we may need to send the defective product to us for further inspection.

Useful tips and advice

We recommend that you carefully inspect the goods immediately upon receipt and notify us as soon as possible of any damage.
Keep your invoice number as proof in the event of a claim. Alternatively, you can find it on the My Orders page.
Watch our video to find out what you can realistically expect from materials and finishes.

Return goods

You are allowed to return the product within 14 days without having to explain why.
Goods must be complete and undamaged.
Shipping costs associated with returning the goods are the responsibility of the buyer.
Your request will normally be processed within 10 business days of receipt of the returned item.

Return procedure for registered customers

Go to My orders.
Click the Return button on the order number line. If the button is not active, the item cannot be returned because the return period has expired.
Then follow the steps in the interactive form.

Return procedure for unregistered customers

Open the form.
Fill out the form.
Print and sign the form.
Place the printed form and invoice in the box with the other items you are returning and send them to the following address:

Jan Grác - Pet Hardware
Grymovská 256/1a, 750 02 Přerov
Czech Republic

Frequently Asked Questions

Document the damage to both the packaging and the goods with photos and attach them to your claim.

Upon receipt (or as soon as possible), photograph both the damaged packaging and the product — photos of both are crucial for filing a claim with the carrier. Then fill out the claim form and attach the photos.

If the packaging was intact and only the product is defective, it is most likely a manufacturing defect — see I received a defective product. What should I do?

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Send photos of the damage via the claim form. We will assess the cause and, depending on the situation, send a replacement or refund your money.

Before submitting a claim, check:

Suitability of the material for the intended purpose. For maximum strength, we recommend stainless steel or brass.
The "Breaking load" value of the product — this is not the weight of the dog it should hold. A dog can generate more than ten times its own weight in pulling force, see What does the breaking load value mean.
Condition of the product. Worn or weakened components (e.g., from dragging on asphalt) will fail faster. Regular inspection extends service life.

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This is usually caused by dirt or lack of lubrication. Follow these steps:

If the product was in rain, let it dry thoroughly.
Clean the spring area with a soft brush (an old toothbrush works fine) — mud in the mechanism is the most common cause.
Apply a small amount of universal lubricant (e.g., WD-40) to the moving parts.
Open and close several times to distribute the lubricant.

If the problem persists, send photos or video via the claim form.

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It depends on the extent of the defect. Our priority is functionality and durability — minor aesthetic imperfections that do not affect function are not automatically grounds for a claim. If a particular piece still doesn't suit you, send a photo via the claim form and we will assess it individually.

More about how different materials and surface treatments behave can be found in our educational video.

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First step: open the tracking link from the email we sent you after handing over the shipment to the carrier. There you will find the current location and status.

Depending on what the tracking shows:

The shipment is moving, just delayed. Wait — delays on the carrier's side occasionally happen, especially during holidays or bad weather.
Tracking hasn't moved for a long time or the delivery date has already passed. Contact the carrier directly (contact details are at the tracking link). Carriers can best trace where the shipment got stuck.
Tracking shows delivered, but you don't have the package. Check with neighbors, at reception, or in the vicinity — carriers sometimes leave packages in unusual places without notice. If nothing, contact us.
You suspect the shipment is lost. Write to us via customer support — we have a colleague who handles these cases: she will trace the shipment with the carrier, open a claim, and arrange the next steps with you (replacement / refund).