Comments on: Canine Prosthetics: Pardon My Faux Paw

By: admin

admin — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 03:04:17 +0000

Hi Brooke, not sure what photo of a pup with a brace your referring to since there is none above and we never used one with Jerry. You might consider checking out http://orthopets.com/ to see if they might be able to help. But please consult with a certified rehab vet before thinking your dog needs a brace.

By: Brooke Ellis

Brooke Ellis — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:10:05 +0000

I have a three legged dog who was also hit by a car. He is a Labrador, and it is his left hind leg. They had to take his whole hip joint, so a prosthetic limb is out of the question (as you said, it wouldn’t really be possible). I am looking for braces, and am having a hard time finding one for a three legged dog. I noticed on the photo of your pup that you have one on him. Can you direct me to that site, please?

By: jerry

jerry — Mon, 10 May 2010 04:19:47 +0000

Hi Karen, thanks for writing. We're so sorry about your pup but hoppy to hear she's doing so well. As far as prosthetics go, like everything else about Tripawds, all dogs respond differently. While we have read news stories of many dogs getting prosthetic limbs made for them, we honestly don't know of any who have successfully used a prosthetic on a long term basis. That doesn't mean they're not out there, just that we haven't met them yet. My suggestion to you is: first, talk to a canine rehabilitation therapist to learn the best ways to keep your dog slim and fit so she can keep up without hurting herself. Also, keep in mind that even the healthiest Tripawds will need to curtail their activity a bit. They work really, really hard on three legs and those long distances they used to go just aren't the best for their joint health. Please check out our recent canine rehabilitation videos for tips and more information. I'm so sorry, but we don't know anything about prosthetic limb pricing other than they can be upwards of $800. There is a company in Denver called Orthopets that you may want to contact for that kind of info. Finally, while accommodations will need to be made for her, you could also consider purchasing a doggy stroller to assist her and enable her to go on long walks with you. I'll bet she'll love being pushed along in her chariot! Hope this helps. Keep us posted on how she's doing OK?

By: Karen

Karen — Mon, 10 May 2010 03:52:18 +0000

My blue healer’s back right leg was amputated after she was hit by a truck. The surgery was Jan. 2010. She’s doing very well as a ‘tripawd’, however, she has difficulty walking any distance and she loves going walking with me and my husband. I read that you recommend a prosthetic limb asap following surgery so I don’t know it this would be a viable option. She’s 10 years old, a little heavy (not in her favor), but otherwise in very good shape. Her leg was amputated at the ‘elbow’ so she has a good ‘stump’ and lots of skin over the amputated area. Just wondering what price range we might be looking at. I was thinking along the lines of a ‘peg-leg’ type limb to help her go walking with us and putting it away when she’s just ambling about in the yard.

Thanks from Texas

By: Codie Rae

Codie Rae — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 05:28:06 +0000

Wow! Thank you Meg for such an interesting post! We just recently pulled a 8 month old GSD into a rescue group I belong to. He had one paw missing and they were going to amputate his whole leg. I suggested a prosthetic but did not really have much info to give them nor did I have time to do the research, he was scheduled for surgery a couple of days after I found out about him. Well, they went ahead and took his leg and he is doing great. Its just so frustrating and it seems so sad that he had to lose his whole leg. Rescue probably could not have afforded a prosthesis for him though.

I will definitely save this post and your name for future reference!

Martha

BTW….Codie Rae says Three Legged Max is the cutest!