Dog Wheelchairs?

RHNewfie · 05-10-2010, 10:48 AM

Hey folks,

Does anyone have any personal experience with dog wheelchairs/carts? Out Jack Russell, Jazz, had a bad accident last week and ruptured a disc into his spinal cord and is now paralyzed from the hips down. Unfortunately surgery won't help so we are looking to give him as happy a life as possible!

Thanks in advance!
Jeff

replicant_argent · 05-10-2010, 11:14 AM

Sorry to hear about that, Jeff. I can offer no help with the wheelchair angle, and my google fu is about as good as anyone elses, I suppose. Good luck with Jazz' rehabilitation and care, though.

buddhadaddy · 05-10-2010, 11:23 AM

Sorry to hear about the accident. I had a teacher some years ago that had a wheeled box for her dog as it had the same problem. I think her husband built it but "Shorty" wheeled around with his chariot as if he was born that way. As I recall it was a simple box with an axle, wheels and a boot that had a strap to affix the contraption to Shorty's hind quarters. I am sure a pre-made item would exist.

RHNewfie · 05-10-2010, 11:18 AM

We have done some research already and think we will go with a cart by Walkin' Wheels. Just hoping that someone might be familiar with them. There is always a slight chance that he will regain neuro function in his hind quarters but it is slim. He was a runner by nature so we are trying our best to keep his spirits high until he is allowed to be in a chair.

Conch Republican · 05-10-2010, 12:25 PM

Jeff - sorry to hear that - he is a fun dog! There was a special (dont remember if it was Animal Planet or another network) that had assist devices for dogs...good luck and give him a treat for me!

T.G · 05-10-2010, 12:28 PM

How about a small skateboard and a belt to hold him in place?

hotreds · 05-10-2010, 12:31 PM

So sorry to hear about the dog! Indeed, our Corgi had doggie MD, and we purchased a wheelchair for her. It took a while getting used to, but it gave her mobility. I say "Yes!"

tomc3084 · 05-10-2010, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by T.G

How about a small skateboard and a belt to hold him in place?

Is that suppost to be some sort of joke, wtf?

CasaDooley · 05-10-2010, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by T.G

How about a small skateboard and a belt to hold him in place?

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Originally Posted by tomc3084

Is that suppost to be some sort of joke, wtf?

Not a joke. My parents neighbors did this for their dog. A little funny looking but the dog seemed happy and got around quite well.

T.G · 05-10-2010, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by tomc3084

Is that suppost to be some sort of joke, wtf?

Nope. No joke. I've actually seen vets do just that for dogs, cats and even a turtle that lost it's hind legs after being run over by a car. Although they did duct tape rather than strap the turtle to the skateboard at first. Worked out so well that, if I'm not mistaken, they actually surgically attached a wheeled base to him after that. This also made him the fastest moving land turtle on the planet...

mosesbotbol · 05-10-2010, 12:31 PM

Ah man, that must break your heart. I sorry to read your little buddy is in such a way.

What does your Vet suggest? Keep us posted.

CigarNut · 05-10-2010, 12:58 PM

I'm sorry to hear about your dog! I understand wanting to give him a happy life and I hope you find something that works out. I might need one in the future as my dog has 5 compressed discs in his back.... (this is on top of two cancer surgeries

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RHNewfie · 05-10-2010, 01:16 PM

Thanks for all the input and well wishes! Our vet is not all that familiar with what is available but we have some good ideas about it after some research. We will keep you updated!!

Pat1075 · 05-10-2010, 01:20 PM

very sorry to hear about your dog. I've only seen these dog carts once or twice but the dogs didn't seem to mind them as a matter of fact they seemed quite happy with them.

RHNewfie · 05-10-2010, 01:27 PM

This is Jazz

Old Sailor · 05-10-2010, 02:00 PM

Sorry to hear about that, Jeff

Blueface · 05-10-2010, 02:09 PM

Sorry to hear this.
I have seen numerous dogs using one that is like a chariot where their rear half of their body rests on the cart and the front legs do all the wheeling around.
Not sure where to get them but they are very effective and the dogs I have seen looked happy and normal, which obviously is your main goal.
Good luck.

floydpink · 05-12-2010, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

Sorry to hear this.
I have seen numerous dogs using one that is like a chariot where their rear half of their body rests on the cart and the front legs do all the wheeling around.
Not sure where to get them but they are very effective and the dogs I have seen looked happy and normal, which obviously is your main goal.
Good luck.

I couldn't help but think of this thread last night after being subjected to the chick flick "Backup Plan".

The girl, Jennifer Lopez, has a small dog forced to use one of these because of an injury and seems to get around ok.

Can't reccomend the movie, but the chariot seemed not overly complicated and I wish the best for your little buddy.

n3uka · 05-12-2010, 11:47 PM

Sorry to hear.

A friend recommended this site http://www.mobility-advisor.com/whee...-for-dogs.html

Blueface · 05-13-2010, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by n3uka

Sorry to hear.

A friend recommended this site http://www.mobility-advisor.com/whee...-for-dogs.html

That is the one I was referring to Dave.
They seem to work really well.

05-10-2010, 10:48 AM	#1
RHNewfie Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Oooooh Canadaaaaa Posts: 2,007 Trading: (15)	Dog Wheelchairs? Hey folks, Does anyone have any personal experience with dog wheelchairs/carts? Out Jack Russell, Jazz, had a bad accident last week and ruptured a disc into his spinal cord and is now paralyzed from the hips down. Unfortunately surgery won't help so we are looking to give him as happy a life as possible! Thanks in advance! Jeff __________________ σπένδομαι

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replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? Sorry to hear about that, Jeff. I can offer no help with the wheelchair angle, and my google fu is about as good as anyone elses, I suppose. Good luck with Jazz' rehabilitation and care, though. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

05-10-2010, 11:23 AM	#3
buddhadaddy Buddha Bar patron Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Doug Location: Socal Posts: 194 Trading: (4)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? Sorry to hear about the accident. I had a teacher some years ago that had a wheeled box for her dog as it had the same problem. I think her husband built it but "Shorty" wheeled around with his chariot as if he was born that way. As I recall it was a simple box with an axle, wheels and a boot that had a strap to affix the contraption to Shorty's hind quarters. I am sure a pre-made item would exist.

05-10-2010, 11:18 AM	#4
RHNewfie Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Oooooh Canadaaaaa Posts: 2,007 Trading: (15)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? We have done some research already and think we will go with a cart by Walkin' Wheels. Just hoping that someone might be familiar with them. There is always a slight chance that he will regain neuro function in his hind quarters but it is slim. He was a runner by nature so we are trying our best to keep his spirits high until he is allowed to be in a chair. __________________ σπένδομαι

05-10-2010, 12:25 PM	#5
Conch Republican 10-78 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Margaritaville Posts: 2,879 Trading: (60)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? Jeff - sorry to hear that - he is a fun dog! There was a special (dont remember if it was Animal Planet or another network) that had assist devices for dogs...good luck and give him a treat for me! __________________ "Ceiling fan stirs the air, the cigar smoke does swirl" --Jimmy Buffett You can help out and win some cool stuff in the 2016 Troop Support supplies contest!

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T.G Grrrrrr Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: The Other Adam Posts: 15,557 Trading: (37)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? How about a small skateboard and a belt to hold him in place?

05-10-2010, 12:31 PM	#7
hotreds Ephesians 2:8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5 miles past "Resume Speed" Posts: 11,665 Trading: (63)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? So sorry to hear about the dog! Indeed, our Corgi had doggie MD, and we purchased a wheelchair for her. It took a while getting used to, but it gave her mobility. I say "Yes!" __________________ God loves you so much, that he made you read this, just to let you know.

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mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? Ah man, that must break your heart. I sorry to read your little buddy is in such a way. What does your Vet suggest? Keep us posted. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

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CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,042 Trading: (111*)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? I'm sorry to hear about your dog! I understand wanting to give him a happy life and I hope you find something that works out. I might need one in the future as my dog has 5 compressed discs in his back.... (this is on top of two cancer surgeries ) __________________ Need Beads? Need Five Finger Bags? 2 of 3 Requirements for use of the CA Rolodex: 100 posts/ 60 day membership/ participation in trade (trader rating). New members can be added at any time.

05-10-2010, 01:16 PM	#13
RHNewfie Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Oooooh Canadaaaaa Posts: 2,007 Trading: (15)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? Thanks for all the input and well wishes! Our vet is not all that familiar with what is available but we have some good ideas about it after some research. We will keep you updated!! __________________ σπένδομαι

05-10-2010, 01:20 PM	#14
Pat1075 Feeling at Home Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Patrick Location: Lakewood, OH Posts: 755 Trading: (11)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? very sorry to hear about your dog. I've only seen these dog carts once or twice but the dogs didn't seem to mind them as a matter of fact they seemed quite happy with them.

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Old Sailor Black Ops - S.O.B. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Side Porta!! Kingsville, Ont., Canada Posts: 4,206 Trading: (22)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? Sorry to hear about that, Jeff __________________ Canadian Armed Forces 1976! Canadian Coast Guard, retired in 2012 after 32 years!!

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Blueface Gramps 4x's Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Horatio Seymore Hiny Location: Boca Raton - North of La Habana Posts: 8,774 Trading: (8)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? Sorry to hear this. I have seen numerous dogs using one that is like a chariot where their rear half of their body rests on the cart and the front legs do all the wheeling around. Not sure where to get them but they are very effective and the dogs I have seen looked happy and normal, which obviously is your main goal. Good luck. __________________ Little known fact: I am a former member of the Village People - The Indian

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n3uka Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The house on the corner Posts: 685 Trading: (30)	Re: Dog Wheelchairs? Sorry to hear. A friend recommended this site http://www.mobility-advisor.com/whee...-for-dogs.html