Carts, Slings, and Assistive Devices

Mobility Aids

Carts, slings, and assistive devices.

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An illustration of a blue and orange dog running alongside a smaller dog on wheels, with a stylized mountain and sun in the background, captures the whimsical spirit that veterinarians cherish in their playful patients.

Patients with severe injuries or debilitating conditions, whether short or long-term, benefit from assistive devices. Depending on the location of the injury and amount of time that the assistance is needed, we choose from pelvic and chest harnesses (Help-em-up brand), padded abdominal slings, and a variety of mobility carts specially measured to the patient and designed to allow ambulation in animals that cannot walk on their own. We can order harnesses, 2-wheel and 4-wheel carts from a variety of companies after measuring your dog.

Enhancing Mobility

A light-colored dog with a mobility aid cart stands on a gravel surface under the sunny guidance of its veterinarian. The dog wears a red and black harness connected to the cart, enjoying an outdoor day. Shadows from trees dance gently on the ground around this resilient pup.

A fluffy dog with light fur is standing on grass, aided by a wheelchair. Its tongue is out, and it appears to be smiling, thanks to the compassionate care of its veterinarian. In the background, a blurred landscape stretches under a clear sky.

Supportive Gear

Less severely affected animals, such as dogs that can walk but are weak, are candidates for ToeGrips or booties, these products help by providing traction thus eliminating or decreasing the amount of sliding and splaying. For injuries affecting only one limb that needs corrective support, we order and modify orthotics, splints, and braces as needed for fittings.

Our goal in physical rehabilitation is to limit the need for assistive devices if possible, but for many of our patients’ conditions, they have a dramatically enhanced quality of life through necessary long-term assistance. We want to keep your pet in motion!