A tribute to the fastest runner in the dog park.
Canine water therapy, hydrotherapy and aqua therapy, all refer to a highly effective form of rehabilitation for disabled dogs. As a pet owner you’ve probably heard the terms before, but do you know what to expect when your dog needs hydrotherapy?
Most pet owners don’t know what to expect so we’ve put together a video that will take your through the process. [Read more…]
Do you know what to do when your dog is on crate rest? If you’re not prepared, it can be a dreaded ordeal for you and your dog. Your dog will see you as a bully who is keeping them confined in a small space. And you’ll see yourself as the keeper of the jail.
Well, I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be that way. Your dog be on crate rest while healing from an injury or surgery without any drama.
The key to success relies on three important elements: understanding the needs of your dog, establishing a good routine and finding the perfect crate. [Read more…]
I am excited to share the video of the adorable winners of the 2019 Walkin’ Pets Calendar Contest. If you follow our blog, I am sure you’ll recognize some familiar faces in the winner’s circle.
Walkin’ Pets by Handicappedpets.com puts paralyzed animals from all over the world into wheelchairs. The 2019 calendar happily reflects that international flavor. Congratulations to the 13 winners! [Read more…]
Degenerative myelopathy is a progressive neurologic disease in dogs that is caused by a degeneration of the spinal cord. Dogs diagnosed with the condition typically pass away after 2-3 years. Many times the warning signs that something is wrong with your dog go unnoticed. But thanks to a German shepherd named Roscoe and his generous family, we are able to share the early stages of Degenerative Myelopathy in dogs video. It is the best video I have seen about this terrible disease. [Read more…]
If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have what it takes to be a good caregiver for your paralyzed dog, you need to watch this video. Tracey Fowler has 7 rescue dogs and 4 of them are in wheelchairs. Her motto is, “You never know what you can do until you try.”
Tracey is a regular pet mom who has become a role-model in the world of paralyzed dogs. Her story started the same way as most of us, when her treasured German shepherd dog, Hayden, became paralyzed. [Read more…]