A tribute to the fastest runner in the dog park.
(This story is an update to our original review of harnesses for handicapped dogs in 2014.) Our latest update was made February 2019. If you have a dog that is paralyzed or has hind end weakness, one of the specialized harnesses for handicapped dogs listed below will undoubtedly become your favorite tool to keep your pup mobile. The proper harness
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If you’re a regular reader of LFPD, you probably remember how excited I was to share information about a groundbreaking supplement called Myos Canine. The product was introduced in 2018 and has the potential to strengthen weak muscles in dogs with mobility problems. I explained how a clinical trial was being conducted, at the time,
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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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When the Pet Poison Helpline advertised their webinar to discuss facts about using essential oils for dogs and cats, I jumped at the chance to attend. Essential oils for pets are a popular way to holistically treat many ailments and I wanted to get educated. Pet parents ask me about them all the time
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If you’re a regular Lessons From A Paralyzed Dog reader, you know how much I love the products for incontinent pets from Barkertime. They make fun, high-quality, bold print apparel for dogs and cats with leaky bladders and bowel incontinence. Their goal is to improve the lives of disabled pets and now Barkertime could improve
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It’s hard to resist the sweet face of a French bulldog, English bulldog, Boston terrier, Pug or Boxer. Their adorable flat-head, short-nose and corkscrew tails are the epitome of doggie cuteness. But did you know that from the tip of their nose to the end of their curly tail, each of these breeds is prone
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Did you know that a bacterial infection can cause a dog to lose the ability to walk? I didn’t know this was possible until I interviewed a pet parent named Julie about the Cocker Spaniel she rescued and how a chronic ear infection caused this dog’s paralysis. Like many Cocker Spaniels, Bandit was prone to
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This story was updated October 2018. Pet insurance in the USA has become increasingly popular over the past decade. A study conducted by Embrace Pet Insurance discovered that more than 1 million dogs, cats and other pets are currently covered by one of the leading companies. I am a fan of getting your pets
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This story was updated October 2018. Do you use essential oils for your dog’s aches, itches and hot spots? I’m a novice at using these oils, but I like the idea of eliminating harsh pharmaceutical drugs. Essential oils offer a natural approach to healing and wellness. My only personal experience with essential oils was with
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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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I typically post new stories from a long editorial calendar, but once in a while a great story comes into your life that can’t wait for a vacant slot. Peaches and The Mia Foundation is one of those stories.
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