Saturday, September 10, 2011

Dog Wheelchairs and Quality of Life

The quality of life of the pets such as dogs can be improved greatly with dog wheel chairs. Quadriplegic pets or those with other health issues may experience problems in using their front or hind legs. Such pets can enjoy freedom of movement with the help of dog carts or dog wheelchairs.

Dogs that suffer from hip dysplasia, degenerative mylopathy, vertebrae or spinal problems, disk or cervical disease and neurological problems are the primary candidates for dog wheelchair. Owners of pets that have exhausted all types of rehabilitation options can also consider investing in dog wheelchairs for their pets.

Wheelchairs for dogs have four important components namely the wheels, a lightweight frame, a support saddle and a harness. Some dog carts come with other add-ons such as counter weights and stirrups that can help dogs that have lost a limb to balance themselves. You can also get dog wheelchairs customized in order to meet the specific health condition or measurements of your pet. The other option is the adjustable ready made carts that may be suitable for dogs within a specific age group or size.

According to the type or features of the wheelchairs for dogs, prices may vary from $200 to $600. Your pet’s veterinary surgeon can advise you regarding the best type of wheelchair for your pet after assessing its specific design requirements and needs. While a majority of the dogs are known to adapt to their wheelchair readily, there are others that may take a little longer to fully adjust with their new mobility equipment. However, dog wheelchairs may not be the best option for stubborn dogs or for others that may not have adequate strength in their limbs to make use of such vehicles.

Dog wheelchairs can enhance the quality of life of these pets since they can run and play with other dogs normally once they get used to these vehicles. Dog carts can also be custom built to tackle any terrain. While dogs can carry out most of their activities even in a wheelchair, the only thing they may find difficult to do is lie down and rest. Hence you can limit wheelchair time for your pets to one or two hours everyday.

You can lease or rent a dog wheelchair if your pet is recovering from injury or surgery and requires mobility assistance for a short term. Dog wheel chairs are of many types and are designed in such a way so as to offer rear support, front support and quad support. As the name itself indicates, front support wheel chairs are suitable for dogs that have limited or no use of their front limbs and fully-functional rear limbs. Rear support chairs are designed for pets that suffer from disability of the hind leg. Quad wheel chairs are those that offer both front and hind leg support.

You can speak to animal shelter directors or with your veterinarian before shopping for the right type of dog cart for your pet. You can come across numerous dog wheelchair providers online who provide different types of wheelchairs for dogs.

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