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Gravity has one wish this Christmas, to find a home for the holidays. Do you know someone who can help grant his wish? Gravity has spent the last two years in foster care waiting to find his new family, with little-to-no interest from potential adopters. Gravity’s Story Gravity was discovered injured in a Tennessee yard. His back was broken, his spinal cord was lacerated, leaving him paralyzed with straight-leg syndrome. PAWS New England and All 4s Rescue League joined forces to transport Gravity from Tennessee to Massachusetts. Once in Massachusetts, Gravity was able to start rehabilitation and get the medical… The post All He Wants is a Forever Home for the Holidays appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .

Attaching a Front Harness to a Rear Dog Wheelchair It’s very simple to attach your dog’s front harness to their rear Walkin’ Wheels dog wheelchair. Each Walkin’ Wheels comes with a standard Front Harness.  When you receive your wheelchair, you’ll see a harness with three different colored straps: red, blue, and black. The three webbing colors can be used as a guide to ensure you’re putting the harness on correctly every time.  Blue – the blue strap should be on the top of your dog’s back and run over your pet’s shoulders.  Black – this strap should sit across your… The post How to Attach a Front Harness to a Dog Wheelchair appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .

Deciding when the right time to buy your dog a wheelchair is a difficult decision for any pet parent. Buying your dog a wheelchair gives your best friend a chance to walk again, lessen their pain, and improve their quality of life. A dog wheelchair supports pets and assists a dog while walking. While in a dog wheelchair, pets get to maintain their independence and regain their mobility. Now that you know what a dog wheelchair does, now it’s time to determine if your dog needs a wheelchair. You may be asking, how do you know the time is right… The post When is it the Right Time to Buy a Dog Wheelchair? appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .

Celebrating our pet companions’ birthdays is one of the true joys of living with animals. Giving gifts to the special pets in our lives, who radiate unconditional love and affection, is a win for everyone. I especially enjoy celebrating birthdays. They’re cheerful, easy to celebrate and help to remind our special buddies how much they The post 8 Pawsome Birthday Gift Ideas for Dogs [INFOGRAPHIC] appeared first on Dog Endorsed .

When your pet is dealing with chronic pain, alternative medical treatments are available to ease your pet’s discomfort and help them heal. For example, therapeutic lasers are a non-invasive and pain-free way to treat your pet’s pain. During laser therapy light waves target damaged tissue and stimulate the cells to promote healing.  Laser Therapy and How It Works Laser therapy uses deep-penetrating light to stimulate cell regeneration and increase blood circulation, encouraging injured cells to heal more quickly. Low Laser or Cold Laser therapy treats the skin’s surface, like wound healing and skin irritations, while hot laser treatments affect deeper… The post Improving Pet Mobility with Laser Therapy appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .

It is normal for young puppies to cry at night when they are in pain, hurting, separated, worried, and for many other reasons. When a puppy has just moved, is in pain, or may have been injured, it is not uncommon for them to cry.  It can be challenging as an owner because you may need help figuring out what you can do for them or how to make them feel better. If you have a puppy with special needs, sometimes they need a little different care.  Looking at sites such as The Puppy Mag can help you learn a… The post How to Manage Your Puppy Crying at Night appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .

If you’ve got a pet, you want to do everything possible to ensure they live a long, happy, and healthy life. Unfortunately, animals can be plagued by mobility issues, much like humans. As a pet owner, it’s your responsibility to help your furry friend cope with restricted mobility. This guide provides some solutions to help you maintain your pet’s quality of life. Educate yourself about pet mobility causes The first step in addressing pet mobility issues is understanding them. Common causes of mobility issues in dogs include injuries, birth defects, and age-related disorders like arthritis. While you can’t prevent all… The post A Pet Owner’s Guide to Dealing with Animal Mobility Issues appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .

Article written by Dr. Claire Porter, DVM What Knee Injuries Can a Dog Have? When your furry best friend is in pain, you will do whatever you can to ease their discomfort and quickly get them on the mend. Knee injuries in dogs cause a great deal of discomfort. Especially if the injury is related to a tear in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or the cranial cruciate ligament (CCL). These ligaments maintain stability in your dog’s upper tibia and lower femur and they are cushioned by cartilage called medial and lateral menisci. When a partial or complete tear occurs… The post Canine Knee Injuries appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .

Pet owners love their furry friends more than anything. Chances are, you consider your dog to be an essential part of the family, and you wouldn’t trade them for the world. However, when you have a dog with a disability, it can sometimes be difficult to make the right choices regarding their health and well-being. The last thing you want is to cause them to suffer or be in pain because of your choices. But when they can’t tell you exactly what’s wrong or hurting, it’s up to you to provide for their unique needs. The good news? Dogs with… The post Tough Decisions: Deciding What is Best for Your Dog with a Disability appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .

Choosing the right dog wheelchair is easier than you might think. Here’s a simple step-by-step process in determining what you dog needs for a wheelchair to make sure they get the best mobility cart for your dog: Finding the Right Size Walkin’ Wheels Dog Wheelchair A fully adjustable dog wheelchair, adjusts in height, length and width allowing for a customized fit for every dog. Unlike a custom dog wheelchair, the Walkin’ Wheels dog wheelchair only requires a few simple measurements to order and ships out the same day! Walkin’ Wheels wheelchairs provide an extremely simple solution for pets experiencing mobility… The post How to Choose the Best Dog Wheelchair for Your Pet appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .

What does it mean if your dog has von Willebrand Disease? Von Willebrand Disease (vWD) is a genetic bleeding disorder considered an inherited condition. Dogs with von Willebrand Disease suffer excessive bleeding due to a genetic abnormality that affects a dog’s blood to clot. In extreme cases, dogs with von Willebrand Disease can experience severe hemorrhaging and spontaneous bleeding. Signs and symptoms of von Willebrand Disease include: Excessive bleeding from the mouth or nose Blood in a dog’s stool  Bleeding after surgery, including minor surgeries such as a dental extraction  Weakness and exhaustion Nausea  Visible bruising, especially after a surgical… The post Understanding von Willebrand Disease appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .

A custom elbow orthotic supports the elbow joint, relieves joint pain, reduces inflammation, and stabilizes the upper front arm so that dogs can remain active as they heal. Custom bracing is recommended for chronic conditions, during injury recovery, or when surgery is not an option.  Where is my dog’s elbow? A dog’s elbow is the second joint in the front limb, below the shoulder joint, and is found on the back of the front leg. A dog’s elbow is comprised of three bones, the humorous and the radius. When functioning correctly, a dog’s elbow allows for natural movement and range… The post Elbow Braces for Dogs appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .