A tribute to the fastest runner in the dog park.
Spooooooky. Scaaaaarrry. Get your skeletons out, start carving those pumpkins, and be sure to dress up your pup, because it’s that time of year again – it’s Halloween! And at Lessons From A Paralyzed Dog, that means it’s time for our annual Dog Wheelchair Halloween Costume Contest. We’re lucky this year to have an incredible
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Hanna Jung is one of the most creative pet owners I’ve met. When her dog, Maximus had to use a wheelchair after being diagnosed with Degenerative Myelopathy, she wasn’t happy that his legs were restrained in stirrups. It didn’t seem normal to immobilize his legs when he still had some strength and mobility. So, she
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A reader named Sally recently reached out to me to talk about her dachshund, Penny. Sally and Penny were dealing with Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD), a common condition among dachshunds. But for Sally, some of the resources recommended by the veterinary community to treat this disease were not available. Despite the challenges, the duo managed
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Walkin’ Pets just unveiled a new product to help paralyzed pets regain their mobility – and I love it! The Walkin’ Scooter delivers mobility with roller ball casters and a comfy memory foam seat. It lifts your dog’s lower body up off the floor, allowing them to move around easily. When used around the house,
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Have you used CBD oil for your dog? If so, you’re in good company! A recent poll found that nearly 60% of dog owners have used CBD products to help their dogs. This incredible statistic comes from a new organization that’s educating consumers and pet owners nationwide. The CBD Awareness Project separates fact from fiction
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Not long ago I did an interview with veterinary neurologist Martin Young, DVM, DACVIM. I wanted readers to know what to expect when their pet was referred to a specialist. The interview turned out to be an eye-opening experience for me as Dr. Young explained how he makes a diagnosis. And since the interview,
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Euthanasia is the worst word in the English language if you’re an animal lover. But if you’ve ever waited too long to say goodbye to your dog or cat, you have to read this story. Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice has developed a Quality of Life Scale to help you evaluate your pet’s health
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Dogs today are lucky compared to those in the past when it comes to diagnosing and treating health problems. Science has opened a whole new world of diagnostic imaging tests for our canine and feline fur kids that can see far into their bodies. So why then do so many pet parents dread hearing the news
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This story was updated April 2019. When I posted a story titled, When Pet Owners Can’t Afford Veterinary Bills, it got a lot of attention from pet owners. The article shared a list of the top nonprofit organizations that give financial aid to people who have trouble paying for their pet’s medical expenses. I
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Choosing a Halloween costume for an able-bodied dog is a fun project. There are so many cute selections. But it gets a little more complicated to find perfect Halloween costumes for dogs in wheelchairs. They need a design that won’t cause them to lose their balance, obstruct their vision or keep them from moving freely
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If you’re a fan of Dr. Jeff: Rocky Mountain Vet you’re going to love this news. The 2019 season of the popular Animal Planet show will feature Watson the paralyzed dog. This good-natured Puggle was saved by Dr. Jeff after a tragedy left him unable to walk. Because Watson is such a charming little guy,
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The posh annual NYC Pet Fashion Show made history with Effie the paralyzed Pit bull. For the first time ever, there were 2 dogs in wheelchairs who made their debut strutting down the runway. I had the opportunity to interview Monica Brown, who is foster mom to Effie, one of the wheelie entrants. The event
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If you aren’t sure what to get your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day; I have a special needs dog that will melt your heart. Rachel King from Jonah’s Loving Heart in L.A. said the rescue group calls Squeaky the sweetest dog they’ve saved. The Miniature Poodle mix was hit by a car a couple of years
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