Tripawds Three Legged Dog & Cat Forum Archives
Tripawds is your home to learn how to care for a three legged dog or cat. Explore 17+ years of forum archives for stories and answers to questions about dog leg amputation, and cat amputation recovery. Enjoy fresh discussion and connect with members in the new Tripawds Support Circle.
Join The Tripawds Community
Register your free account to join the Tripawds Support Circle. Connecting with members and getting the support you need is now easier than ever with the Circle app!
✅ Easy Photo Upload
✅ Direct Messaging
✅ Subscribe to Topics.
✅ Live Chat and much more!
Forums Locked: Search archives for answers & join Tripawds Support Circle to keep discussion going!
Log In
Members
3:10 pm
13 September 2009
Offline
Hi there... I just purchased the ruffware harness for Jake... But I was wondering if anyone out there had a swimming harness... large size (34" girth) that they weren't using anymore... We definitely can't afford both...
Jake's Mom
Jake, 10yr old golden retriever (fractured his front right leg on 9/1, bone biopsy revealed osteosarcoma on 9/10, amputation on 9/17) and his family Marguerite, Jacques and Wolfie, 5yr old german shepherd and the newest addition to the family, Nala, a 7mth old Bengal mix kittie. Jake lost his battle on 11/9/2009, almost 8 weeks after his surgery. We will never forget our sweet golden angel… http://jakesjou.....ipawds.com ….. CANCER SUCKS!
4:43 pm
2 June 2009
Offline
I did a google search and found that REI (http://www.rei.com) has the float coat on sale for $40 (the large size - originally $70).
4:47 pm
2 June 2009
Offline
http://www.rei......uct/787829
here's the link. It's in the outlet section. I also checked ebay but didn't find anything 🙁
4:43 am
13 September 2009
Offline
Thanks for the link! I hope it's still available and on sale in a couple of weeks, when I finally have a few extra bucks to purchase it. I'm still going to have Jake swimming in the pool before we get it... I'll just be sure to help him not flip over! 
Do you know if he could wear the ruffware harness in the pool? Will getting it wet damage it? I just want to have that extra support while helping him get in and out of the pool.
Jake's Mom
Jake, 10yr old golden retriever (fractured his front right leg on 9/1, bone biopsy revealed osteosarcoma on 9/10, amputation on 9/17) and his family Marguerite, Jacques and Wolfie, 5yr old german shepherd and the newest addition to the family, Nala, a 7mth old Bengal mix kittie. Jake lost his battle on 11/9/2009, almost 8 weeks after his surgery. We will never forget our sweet golden angel… http://jakesjou.....ipawds.com ….. CANCER SUCKS!
11:48 am
7 August 2009
Offline
Caira has been swimming many times in her ruffwear harness . Sometimes she doesn't always wait for the lifejacket! It has been in freshwater and in salty baywater and in the ocean. It has been fine. I wash it on cold and set it outside to dry. The only issue I had when it gets wet is the straps need readjusted because they loosen. Shouldn't be a problem if you are right there! I LOVE the ruffwear harness . The construction of it is amazing and the handle will help the smallest person lift a sizable dog.
Hope that helps!
mary and Caira Sue
May 2001-Jan 21, 2010.....I'm a dog and I'm AWESOME!..... Always.
5:36 pm
13 September 2009
Offline
Thanks for the info Mary and Caira Sue! Jake gets his staples removed tomorrow, and I'm hoping his vet gives him the go-ahead to start swimming this weekend. He will be soooooo happy!!! And you can be sure I'll be posting the pictures and videos on Jake's blog!! 
Jake's Mom
Jake, 10yr old golden retriever (fractured his front right leg on 9/1, bone biopsy revealed osteosarcoma on 9/10, amputation on 9/17) and his family Marguerite, Jacques and Wolfie, 5yr old german shepherd and the newest addition to the family, Nala, a 7mth old Bengal mix kittie. Jake lost his battle on 11/9/2009, almost 8 weeks after his surgery. We will never forget our sweet golden angel… http://jakesjou.....ipawds.com ….. CANCER SUCKS!
8:31 pm
Team Tripawds
Administrators
25 September 2009
Offline
Oh yeah, I swam with mine all the time! Mom liked how she could jump in the water and help me come to shore if I needed it (which I rarely did!).
Can't wait to see you swimming Jake, we know you'll have a ball!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
1 Guest(s)
