Lessons from a paralyzed dog

A tribute to the fastest runner in the dog park.

Congratulations to the Winner of the Walkabout Harnesses Giveaway

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Black Labrador retriever wearing a back end harness from Walkabout Harnesses

Here’s a big congratulations to the winner of the Walkabout Harnesses giveaway. We had a fantastic response from readers. I want to thank everyone for sharing your personal story about life with a paralyzed dog. 

The owner of Walkabout Harnesses, Cathy Erwin, also read every entrant’s story. She wrote to say how deeply touched she was by the dedication you show to your dogs. To thank all of the pet families who entered the giveaway, Walkabout will be offering you a special discount.

So, if you left a comment about your dog, be sure to watch for my personal email that will include an exclusive discount code from Cathy. The code will help you buy your own Original Back End Harness and Full Body Suspender for your pup. [Read more…]

Airlift One Support Harness Giveaway Winners Announced

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A dog wearing the Airlift One support harness from Walkabout Harnesses.We had a phenomenal response from readers who entered our Airlift One support harness giveaway. And due to the great response, we had an unexpected turn of events. The stories pet owners posted about their paralyzed dogs, tore at the heartstrings of Walkabout Harnesses founder, Cathy Erwin. So halfway through the giveaway Cathy decided to award an Airlift One to three lucky dogs, instead of one.

I can’t thank Walkabout Harnesses enough for giving disabled dogs the gift of mobility. The Airlift One is the state-of-the-art harness and now three pups will be using it every day. [Read more…]

Support and Rehab Dog Harness Giveaway From GingerLead

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A dog walking downstairs wearing a GingerLead support and rehab harness for dogs with mobility problems.A support and rehab harness for a dog with paralysis or hind end weakness is one of the most precious tools a pet parent can have on hand. The right harness allows you to easily lift a dog that has problems walking or supporting their weight so you can guide them up and down stairs, in and out of a car or wherever they need to go. One of the best harnesses on the market is from GingerLead®.  I respect the company and product so much I named them as one of My 5 Favorite Harnesses for Handicapped Dogs 2016.

When GingerLead contacted me recently to offer a Support and Rehab Harness Giveaway to one lucky reader of Lessons From A Paralyzed Dog, I can’t tell you how thrilled I was to hear the news. [Read more…]