I did go back and get an e-collar today. I thought about a onesie but I'm too worried about it rubbing the stitches, him licking through the fabric, etc..
Poor thing hates it of course but at least he can eat & drink with it on. Every time I take it off to give him a break he starts licking again! Ah, he makes me so nervous
I can't wait until these stitches dissolve and the whole ordeal is over!
Thanks for all the advice