Welcome to Chewy

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are a few of the questions we get the most. If you don't see what's on your mind, reach out to us anytime on phone, chat, or email.

Shipping

How do I cancel or change my order?

How much is shipping?

How long does it take to get my order?

What is the status of my order?

Who will be delivering my order?

Do I need to be there to sign for it?

What happens if my package gets lost?

Do you ship internationally?

Do you ship to P.O. boxes or APO/FPO addresses?

How do you ship fresh, refrigerated or frozen items?

What is Picture Proof of Delivery (PPOD)?

Returns

How do I request a return or replacement?

How do I return my items?

What is the status of my refund?

Can I return an item if I purchased it using a promotional discount?

How do I return opened pet food or litter?

Can I return an item that was damaged during delivery?

Is there a deadline for using the return label once it’s issued?

Are Autoship items eligible for return?

Are shipping charges refundable if I return an item?

Autoship

How do I cancel my Autoship?

How can I change my shipping address?

How can I change my payment method?

When will my payment method be charged?

How do I reschedule or delay my Autoship?

What are the benefits of Autoship?

How will I know my Autoship is on its way?

Is there a membership fee?

Can I order prescription medications with Autoship?

How can I add or remove items in my Autoship?

How do I set up an Autoship so I can receive a recurring delivery?

What is Autoship?

Why has the price of an item in my Autoship order changed?

Prescription Items

Do prescription medications require authorization from my vet?

How does Chewy get prescription approval or authorization from my veterinarian?

How long does it take to process my prescription after the pharmacy receives it by mail?

How long does it take to ship prescription medications once you have approval from my vet?

Do you accept returns or exchanges on prescription medications?

What are the current hours of Chewy Pharmacy?

If I have a written medication prescription or vet diet authorization, how do I send it to Chewy?

How do I order my pet's prescription medications?

Where does Chewy Pharmacy source its prescription items?

Is Chewy Pharmacy a licensed Pharmacy?

What is compounding?

Is Chewy Compounding Pharmacy licensed or otherwise verified?

Who do I contact if my pet has a negative reaction to the medication?

Do I have to set up a Pet Profile?

Do I have to have an account to order prescription medications?

How will you contact my vet?

Will you contact my vet directly to approve my order?

Can I set up auto refills for medications that treat a chronic condition?

How can I reach a pharmacist at Chewy Pharmacy?

How do I properly dispose of leftover or expired medication?

Do I need to have a prescription on hand before I order prescription or veterinary diet items?

How can I tell if medications have expired?

What does 'Rx' mean?

How do I order my pet’s veterinary diet food and treats?

Why do some pets need compounded medications?

Is Chewy Pharmacy accredited?

How and where does Chewy source the ingredients for compounding?

Payments

Why are there multiple charges on my card for a single order?

How do I add a payment method?

What forms of payment do you accept?

What information do I need to check out?

Why is my credit card not working?

When will my payment method be charged?

How do I make a purchase?

Promotions

Do you offer senior citizen or military discounts?

Do you accept manufacturer coupons?

I received a promotion code. How do I apply it?

What do strikethrough prices mean?

Gift Cards

How can I use a Chewy eGift Card?

What if my eGift Card doesn't cover the full amount of my order?

How are eGift Cards sent to recipients?

What types of gift cards do you offer?

I have a Chewy eGift Card but I can’t find my eGift Card number or PIN.

How do I return an item I purchased with an eGift Card?

How can I purchase a bulk or corporate order of eGift Cards?

Do eGift Cards expire?

I accidentally sent my eGift Card to the wrong email address.

Can I return an eGift Card?

What should I do if my recipient hasn't received their eGift Card?

Are there any fees for eGift Cards?

Support

How do I contact customer care?

How do I sign in using Google or Apple with my existing Chewy account?

How can I find out when an item is back in stock?

Do you charge sales tax?

What are your customer care hours?

What's your Privacy Policy?

Do you work with shelters, rescues, and other pet-related organizations?

Donations

Is there a minimum purchase amount for my donation order?

Can I select the Shelter or Rescue of my choice in the Chewy Cart?

Can I round up or personalize the eGift Card value to donate?

Can I get free shipping for donating an eGift Card?

Is my donation tax deductible?

Does the organization know that I’m the one donating?

How do I find out what eGift Cards I have donated?

Can get I refund for a donated eGift Card?

Can I personalize the eGift Card at Check Out?