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Dog Wheelchair Review 2019 | Top-Rated Companies

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Dog wheelchairs have given the gift of mobility to countless dogs, cats, farm animals and others who would’ve been left helpless due to paralysis, old age and spinal injuries. The popularity of these carts has grown so much it’s become important to write an annual dog wheelchair review.

With many new brands on the market it’s confusing for owners to pick the best cart for their pet. So, since 2016 I’ve posted an annual review of the top U.S. manufacturers in the industry. Here’s our Dog Wheelchair Review 2019. And this year, you’ll see our first review of a new design from Europe. [Read more…]

Dog Wheelchair Review 2017

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A review of the leading dog wheelchair companies

The invention of the dog wheelchair has given the gift of mobility to thousands of dogs, cats and a wide array of other animals who would have been left helpless because of paralysis, disease, old age and spinal injuries. The popularity of these carts has grown so much that I thought it was the perfect time to share a review of the top U.S. manufacturers in the industry.

A review of the leading dog wheelchairs.If you’re surprised to learn there is more than one industry leader you aren’t alone. When my dog Sophie became paralyzed in 2008 I had only a couple of choices for her wheelchair. It was a novelty and people starred at us when we took a walk. Today in 2016 the story has changed. Dog wheelchairs are commonplace and the Internet is full of adorable videos of dogs, cats, pigs, goats and even a alpaca flying around in their custom designed wheels.

Today, in my opinion, there are 5 top dog wheelchair manufacturers to choose from. Each is a quality company that cares about the health and well-being of your pet and each understands the biomechanics of animals so their carts are built to properly move with your dog’s body. My goal for this review is to share an overview about each company and give you some guidance about the cart best suited for your dog. This review should serve as a starting point in your journey to get your pet mobile again. [Read more…]

Dog Wheelchair Review

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Click for UPDATE:  This post has been updated to provide pet owners with information about the different types of dog wheelchairs and how to best determine if your dog needs a rear wheelchair, a front cart of a full support wheelchair.  It also has the most current information on the leading dog wheelchair manufacturers.  Click here to read: Dog Wheelchair Review Update.

The dog wheelchair has given the gift of mobility to dogs and other pets that would have been left helpless because of paralysis, disease, old age and injuries. Popularity of the carts is growing so I thought it was the perfect time to share a review of the top models.

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Dog Wheelchair Safety for Your Paralyzed Pet

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Dog wheelchair safety

Dog wheelchairs are the number one device pet owners of disabled animals buy. It’s a miracle to watch your paralyzed dog take off running like they did when their legs worked. But with so many carts being used, new unintended consequences are occurring. Wheelchair pups are having serious and sometimes fatal accidents. To prevent this problem, it’s vitally important for every pet parent to learn dog wheelchair safety. [Read more…]

Best Dog Bed For Incontinent Pups

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If you’re the pet parent of a paralyzed dog, you know that most pups with spinal cord problems are usually incontinent as well. Most of us get used to this idea and get on with life. We learn to express our dog’s bladder or keep them dry in a dog diaper. But even with a strict bathroom schedule, accidents happen. And many of those accidents happen during night while your dog is sound asleep.

Well, I found the best bed for incontinent pups. It’s designed to catch urine, keep your dog dry and let them get the rest they (and you) deserve.

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