A tribute to the fastest runner in the dog park.
Lessons From A Paralyzed Dog would like to share the tale of Cupid, a 3-month-old disabled puppy who was abandoned in the snow this winter. The little hound mix was born with a birth defect in his two front paws. He was turned over to Ruff Start Rescue in Minneapolis, MN.
Happy Wordless Wednesday from Lessons From A Paralyzed Dog! Did you know disabled animals come in all species? While it is becoming common to see a handicapped dog scooting around in a wheelchair, there are lots of other animals being given a second chance with prosthetic limbs and mobility devices.
Chris P. Bacon pictured above, is one of the many animals who use a wheelchair. Tune-in to tomorrow’s post for details about “My Bionic Pet.”
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Photo: Kevin Bachar, PBS
I learned so many life lessons from Sophie, my paralyzed dog, that I created a whole blog to talk about them. Today I want to share a few of my favorites:
Once my dog Sophie became paralyzed I discovered a whole new world of pet products that would keep her going strong. One important product was doggie boots. I hope your dog will never have to use doggie boots, but I thought you might like to learn about our favorites. When Sophie first showed signs of muscle weakness in her hind legs, boots were a lifesaver in preventing her from falling on slick surfaces like our tile floors. Later on they protected her dragging paws from getting injured on the pavement when I walked her outdoors for bathroom breaks.
Below is a list of my favorite boots for disabled dogs.
