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You've noticed your dog is limping a gradual hobble that has developed over time and you're wondering What should I do? Maybe it's a small limp that's always there, an on-again/off-again limp, or a limp that seems to be worse...
At Zoomadog we have many calls from clients who have been told by the Vet that their dog has an Achilles tear or rupture, so here is a little info to help you understand the issue for yourself. If your...
Many dogs may need a leg support or splint to aid their recovery. Be it for post surgery support or after injury, and often to prevent injury in the first place. Many sports and agility dogs will wear a light...
The dog's hock (tarsus) is a complex series of joints which connect the paw in the rear leg to the shin bones. It can be damaged by trauma and over extension. Agility dogs, less active breeds, puppies and elderly dogs...
When your dog is recovering after Cruciate Ligament Surgery, it is important as a dog owner to insure we assist in the rehabilitation as much as possible. This means directly controlling their environment, while rehabilitating the injured leg and surrounding...
It is common for our dogs to sustain injury while exercising. Sprains are common, with more severe injury such as tendon and ligament damage. A sprain is an injury caused by sudden stretching or tearing of the ligaments in and...
Yes. A four wheel dog wheelchair is called a quad wheelchair. These can be very helpful for dogs with front weakness, weakness in all their joints, or perhaps recovering from surgery. Your dog must have power in their body to...
Yes, your dog can take their dog wheelchair in the sea, stream or water. Yes, your dog can take their dog wheelchair in the sea, stream or water. The wheelchair is made of aluminium, so make sure you wash off...
Most dogs can’t lie down when using a wheelchair. Most dogs can’t lie down when using a wheelchair. This means you need to pay particular attention if your dog is getting tired and needs to be taken out of the...
As dogs can’t lie down in their wheelchair, we recommend you use the dog wheelchair only for exercise. This can include in the house or outside in the garden or on walks. It is important to notice if your dog...
At Zoomadog we only sell one dog wheelchair brand, Walkin Pets. We have been selling this brand for over 10 years as it’s the safest on the market. Be careful what dog wheelchair brand you buy, make sure it is...
It depends on your dog's condition and also if you can train them. If your dog’s paralysed, they’ll go to the toilet as normal in the wheelchair. If your dog isn’t paralysed, we suggest encouraging them to go to the...
