We have assembled a list of products that may be helpful for dogs with weakness, especially rear leg weakness.  These products may be available through your local pet supply store, various internet sources, or your regular veterinarian’s office. We think they will facilitate the lifestyle of both the dog and the owner.

Standard legal disclaimer: although we or our clients may have used some of the products on this page, most are here only because someone told us, we saw their advertising, or we ran across their web page. We can’t vouch for any of these products or their companies, but if something looks like it may be helpful for your pet, please contact the company directly and find out for yourself. Conversley, if you know of any helpful products for arthritic dogs that you think we should include on this page, please eMail us by clicking on the “Send eMail” link at the very bottom frame of the page, and tell us the appropriate information to include in the future.

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SHOES Slippery floors are trouble for the weak dog. Many a dog can exhaust himself trying to rise on a hard wood or tile floor. Rubber shoes for dogs have been used to protect the paws of performance and rescue dogs. They also help for negotiating slippery floors.   K-9 Carts 800-578-6960 Walkaboots     HANDLES AND SPECIAL LEASHES Some dogs simply need help getting up and we don’t all have the strength to keep dog-lifting several times a day. Fortunately, special handle-harnesses are available to assist in raising up the back or front of the patient, whichever needs help.   K-9 Carts 800-578-6960 Walkabout Front / Rear Harness Doggon’ Wheels 888-736-4466 Saddle Support Sling K-9 Carts 800-578-6960 Walkabelly Harness Bottom’s Up Leash 800-204-7443 The Bottom's Up Leash       THE RAISED FOOD BOWL When the food and water bowls are located on the floor, it may be hard for a dog to lean down to reach them. The dog may not be able to steadily bend his elbows and knees slightly so as to reach the food without becoming weak and having to lie down. And then it may be all the more difficult to stand up again. Providing raised bowls allows the dog to maintain a standing position and be able to reach the food and water. Your veterinarian can order this product for you through PetEdge (formerly known as the New England Serum Company). PetEdge does not sell directly to pet owners. Adjustable Diner with two Bowls     THE ORTHOPEDIC BED Four Legs and a Tail 916-973-8385 Nuzzle Nest Beds Comes in 24 inch, 30 inch and 40 inch, but the largest size may not fit inside your home washing machine.     Do you know of a helpful product that we haven’t mentioned? Please use the “eMail us” function below to let us know.