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May 24th, 2010 by KittyKitty

Wheelchair for dogs can be an aid and are transforming for canines who suffer hind-leg problems or other physical disabilities that would handicap their movement.

It was not so long ago that dogs with severe joint injuries that incapacitated them were unable to get around, and were reliant of their family to move them around. Or, they were put to sleep as their quality of life was so poor, their owners could not watch them suffer.

Canine wheelchairs have changed all that.

A properly fitted canine wheelchair supports your dog’s hind legs and spine to give your pet to be able to lead an active life that it once have.

When choosing a wheelchair for dogs with mobility difficulties, first consider your dog’s size, weight, and what your dog’s specific disability is as there are different types of wheelchairs for different problems.

A wheelchair for dogs should also be lightweight enough and yet be strong and durable to support the dog’s personal weight comfortably using their front-legs or hind legs.

Other considerations when looking for a dog wheelchair is that whether the wheelchair can be fold flat for easy storage when not in use.

The price of canine wheelchairs may vary and is dependent upon the type of wheelchair you buy. It also depends on the size and weight of your dog and the type of handicap you need the wheelchair to support. The majority of canine wheelchair will cost around $200 however there are a few that may go up to as high as $800 subject to any complementary add-ons to be installed to the wheelchair.

Alternatively, for some dogs that are suffering from temporarily joint pain or degenerative joint disease such as canine arthritis, you may want to consider renting a canine wheelchair instead of buying one. Furthermore, renting is also a cost saving option if you cannot afford to buy one or if you want to try them out first to make sure it works for your dog.

In addition to cdogs that are suffering from joint pain or minor mobility disabilities, you may also want to try supplementing your dog’s diet with nutritional supplements like Arthro-Ionx to help relieve joint pain, repair damaged cartilage and smoothe tired muscles.