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Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

Where does Merci Collective ship?

We ship all over the US. For international shipping, please contact us at help@mercicollective.com for assistance.

Do you ship to PO boxes?

At this time, we are unable to ship to PO boxes.

When will my order ship?

We usually ship the same business day for orders placed before 3 pm.
Orders that are placed after 3 pm or over the weekend will ship the next business day.

When will I receive my order?

We offer standard shipping is via USPS Priority Mail and UPS Ground for continental US orders.
Orders will be received within 2-10 business days depending on your location within the continental US. You will receive a shipping notification email that will notify you of the carrier and tracking number.

For international orders, due to the current global impact of COVID-19, standard shipping times have been extended to 12-22 business days. You will receive a shipping notification email that will notify you of the carrier and tracking options.
Once the order has arrived it may be stuck in customs for an unknown amount of time.

How much does shipping cost in the continental US and Hawaii?

Shipping is free for any order above $50 for the lower 48 states (not including Alaska + Hawaii).

All orders under $50 USD ship for a flat rate of $8.

If eligible, you can also decide to upgrade your shipping to a faster option - Options will be given at checkout.

LA local? Get your order delivered within 2 hours with our Postmates service!
If you prefer to pick up your order, drop us a line at help@mercicollective.com.

How much does shipping cost for international orders?

International shipping rates vary and will be shown during the checkout process.

Why is my tracking number not working?

It can take 1 to 2 business days for the tracking number to activate. If it’s still not working after a few days please contact us at help@mercicollective.com for assistance.

Can I update my shipping address?

If your order is shipping to the wrong address, please email us at help@mercicollective.com


Return & Exchanges

How do I initiate an exchange or return?

If you have any issues with your order or wish to return a non-customized item, just email us at help@mercicollective.com and we will quickly respond.

Are returns free?

We do not charge return fees, however, return mailing charges are at the customer's expense unless the product is faulty.
If you want us to issue a label, we will remove the charge from your order refund.

For any questions, please contact us at help@mercicollective.com

Can I return or exchange your products?

Absolutely, you can return any non-customized product within 15 days of receipt. Items should be unworn/unused with all Merci Collective tags attached. Items that are damaged or soiled may not be accepted and may be returned to the customer.

Can I return or exchange custom products?

Our customized products are made to order and cannot be exchanged or returned. Contact us if you have any issues with your product at help@mercicollective.com for further assistance.

How long does it take to receive my money back?

Once the return is approved it usually takes a week to process the refund to your original form of payment.


Order

Can I change or cancel my order?

Contact us by email at help@mercicollective.com for assistance.

How long will it take for my order to arrive after placing an order?

Depending on your location in the US it will take between 2-5 days to arrive. Make sure to check your tracking number for updates on your order.

Can I check the status of my order?

Easy! Track your order on the “Your package is on its way” email you received.

Can I place a special order?

Absolutely, special is the new normal. Contact us by email at help@mercicollective.com for assistance.


Warranty

What is the Merci Collective warranty?

All Merci Collective products are tested for durability and longevity. We believe in high standards and quality.
We know when pets are involved wear and tears can happen but if our products are not performing up to standard, please email us at help@mercicollective.com.


Crystals

Will Crystal Healing really work on my pets?

Crystal Healing has been used and dated back since the ancient Sumerians. Energy undoubtedly surrounds us all, and with animals being more sensitive to these energies, they can greatly benefit from these crystals. Check out our blog for more information about Crystal Healing.

How to decide which crystal is for my pet?

If you need help picking the right stone for your pet take our crystal quiz

How can I recharge my crystals?

Easy! Simply leave your item by the window overnight to recharge it with the moonlight, want to find out about the other methods? Check out our stone care page


Product

How do I care for my products?

For detailed care instructions, make sure to check out the instruction listed on the product page or contact us at help@mercicollective.com

Where are Merci Collective products manufactured?

We care about the environment and quality all of our wear accessories and fabric toys are cut and assembled by hand with the finest materials and craftsmanship in Los Angeles, CA and other places in the united states.

Our grooming line, and catnip products and made in the USA.

Our crystal bottles are imported, taking great care to choose partners who share our values. That means prioritizing quality, worker safety, fair wages and benefits, and minimizing environmental impact.

What should I do if my product is faulty?

First thing first, we are very sorry! We diligently check each product before shipping them but mistakes happen.
If you believe your product is faulty, was received damaged, or a manufacturing fault occurred within 1 week of purchase.

If you would like to exchange a faulty item instead of obtaining a refund, please be aware that we can only replace it for the same product in the same size, subject to availability. Where possible, we will offer to repair faulty items. If it cannot be repaired or the same product is not available, you are entitled to a full refund.

Items that are damaged as a result of normal wear and tear are not considered to be faulty.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CAN NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DEFECTS OR MALFUNCTION CAUSED BY MISUSE, ABUSE, IMPROPER MAINTENANCE, FAILURE TO FOLLOW OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, OR USE OF EQUIPMENT WITH WHICH IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED.


Brand

Who is Merci Collective?

Merci Collective is a group of animal-loving individuals that decided to come together and create trendy, customizable, and comfortable animal accessories that utilize Crystal Healing to restore balance in animal behaviors. For more information about us check out our about us page.

Are you launching new products soon?

YES! We are always releasing new products. Make sure to subscribe to our newsletter and our social media pages, Instagram & Facebook for exclusive access and insights.