Water Treatments: Dog Rehabilitation Through Hydroptherapy
November 6, 2009
It may seem too good to be true, but hydrotherapy for dogs really does bring better results and in a shorter amount of time than other forms of rehabilitation. And why is that?
Well, through hydrotherapy, your dog’s rehabilitation process is unhindered by unnecessary stress placed on the dog’s area of injury and uses the fantastic exercise of swimming to get the results you and your dog want. And for older dogs whsoe bodies are suffering from a lifetime of ailments and injuries, these are the kinds of solutions they need. Read more
Using a CT Scanner to Diagnose the Source of Lame Rear Legs in Your Dog
November 3, 2009
Our world at present is filled with marvel upon marvel when it comes to new medical innovations and technology, and this is even becoming true concerning medical practices for pets and what your pet insurance can cover. The amount of medical treatment available to your dog has skyrocketed as more and more pet owners expect the same options available for their dogs as they have received themselves.
One such example is the Charlie-SPS, a CT scanner which was first put into use to quickly diagnose the unknown source of lameness in the rear legs of a beagle named Ralphy. Read more
The K-9 Cart East: A New and Better Dog Cart for Smaller Dogs
October 30, 2009
For the past 45 years, K-9 Cart East has been perfecting their designs on dog carts to give you and your dog the most comfort with a mobility impairing condition. A spinal or other injury that handicaps your older dog should not be the final say on whether they continue walking.
Let K-9 Cart East’s new dog cart, specifically for smaller dogs, be your answer to mobility challenges and allow them to continue enjoying the sights and smells of the outdoors. Read more
Mobility Problems?—Doggy Stairs and Other Aids
September 29, 2009
Mobility becomes a problem in old age for dogs just as it does for people. All those years of dashing after that frisbee and twisting in the air to catch it take their toll on our four legged friends. The problems can be varied. They range from osteoarthritis to simply losing muscle tone around the legs as the amount of exercise they do becomes less and less. It may be that simply getting around the house becomes a problem. Fortunately, there are many products available to make their later years more comfortable.
Climbing Onto the Couch
The average lifespan of a dog has increased by five years since the early sixties. As dogs live longer, they develop similar problems in mobility to their human companions. Simply put, they start to find it hard to get around like they used to do. While diet, exercise, and treatment can help, there will come a day when your old friend just can’t climb up onto the sofa like they used to. And thus the hands of time put a distance between us. Read more
How To Reduce Stumbling In An Old Or Injured Dog
September 19, 2009
You probably already know that your older injured dog faces different kinds of mobility issues. One of these issues is stumbling. Stumbling in an elderly dog often occurs because the dog walks with less confidence than when he was young. He tends to feel his way more as he ages. And, he simply has less energy. Instead of picking up his paws he may stumble over things or hit the floor.
Preventing Stumbling
Fortunately, there are some things you can do to prevent stumbling in your senior dog and some of them involve your home. Read more
Helping An Older Or Injured Dog Safely Down Steps
September 14, 2009
If you have an aging or disabled dog then you probably already know that one of the toughest things you have to deal with is helping your dog up and down steps. For small dogs this isn’t such a problem, but if you have a medium or large dog this can truly be a hard situation. Most people can’t carry a large dog up and down many steps and dogs are often uncomfortable and uncooperative. How can you manage a dog in this situation? How can you carry an older injured dog safely down steps?
Harnesses
When it comes to mobility for an older injured dog, one of your best choices is often a harness. There are two basic kinds of harnesses for dogs: harnesses that fit over your dog’s rear and harnesses which fit around your dog’s middle. Read more
How To Help An Old Or Injured Dog Down The Steps
August 20, 2009
Many dogs as they start to age, or through an injury, end up with a front leg injury, and start to encounter difficulty when going down stairs. For some dog guardians, this may not be such a problem. However, for many others, who may be aging along with their dog, or who have health issues of their own, helping a dog down the stairs can start to become a logistical nightmare.
You may wonder, “How am I going to get my dog down those stairs?” For those who have a four legged best friend, but who live solo, the pressure can increase. If your dog should weigh more than you, or that set of stairs is looking pretty scary for both of you, it can be time for some inspiration. No, we are not talking about moving house. There are good solutions for helping a large dog down the steps that do not require a moving van. Read more