A tribute to the fastest runner in the dog park.
Summer took its time getting here this year, even in the Las Vegas desert where I live. But the clear blue skies and triple digit heat have finally arrived. That means it’s time to get your dog, able-bodied or not, into the pool to have some fun. To keep your paralyzed dog swimming happily this
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Many new organizations that donate wheelchairs to pet families in need have started since we first published this story in 2017. So here is our updated post with ALL of the old and new groups that provide help. How to get a donated dog wheelchair for your paraplegic pet is a question many pet owners
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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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As the owner of a paralyzed dog or cat, you can make a difference to pets with mobility problems by taking this survey. Baily’s Wellness Foundation is collecting data so they can create targeted programs for families with disabled pets. When I started Lessons From A Paralyzed Dog (LFPD) in 2013, there was only a
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Lessons From A Paralyzed Dog teaches people how to take care of their paraplegic pet. But occasionally I share other topics about animal health, especially when they’re as important as the Stop Cancer Furever Campaign, sponsored by Morris Animal Foundation. The Foundation just launched its 6th annual campaign on May 1 for Pet Cancer Awareness
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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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Spring in the USA means the beginning of tick season and it’s already off to a disastrous start. A tick nearly claimed the lives of two dogs from Oregon. Tucker is a 4 year-old Yorkie whose owner noticed he couldn’t jump up the steps to their home after playing outdoors. Within a few hours
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I’ve written a lot about using a harness, dog wheelchair, cart and stroller to move a dog with a spinal condition or injury from one point to another. But no matter how many devices you have there will be times when you have to manually lift or carry your dog. When those times happen pet
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This is a story I’ve wanted to write, but put off tackling for a long time. That’s partly because a post explaining what to expect when your dog sees a veterinary neurologist includes lots of details. And I didn’t miss any of them. It’s also because I wanted to be sensitive to pet families
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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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This post was updated 12/21/2018. Anyone remember this cute guy? His name is Tiger and I ran a story about him in December 2017, titled Paralyzed Dog Would Love A New Family For Christmas. Well, last Christmas I was thrilled to tell you the paralyzed dog disowned by his family has a new home. Now
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One of the best reasons for having a blog is that I get to meet amazing people who are changing the world for disabled pets. That’s how I felt when Debbie Thompson sent me a message introducing her Boxer, Melody who was born with Spina bifida. She and Melody (Mellie for short) are teaching
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