Your dog is more like a member of the family than a pet. Just because he or she is an animal doesn't make them any less important in your eyes! That is what makes it so difficult to suspect that he or she has torn their ACL and isn't able to play and move around very much. You're looking for a mobility solution, but what? Your dog may love peanut butter and snuggling on the couch just like you do, but he or she isn't exactly the same as you. His or her anatomy is slightly different. This includes the fact that dogs have a "stifle," which you do not. A stifle is your dog’s rear leg joint. The stifle...
When your dog isn't able to enjoy life the way he or she used to, you want to do something to help. Whether it's from an accident, an injury, or a chronic condition, your dog's mobility problem is able to be helped. Oftentimes, this solution is a tarsal brace for your dog. What is a Tarsal Brace for Your Dog? Think of your dog's hock or tarsal as your ankle. The ligaments, tendons, and muscles in your ankle make up the support that protects your ankle. Your dog has these too! If you wore an ankle brace, it would externally support the internal network of support you’re built with. The same goes for your dog's tarsal brace! They are used...
Pets that are suffering from mobility issues often need their loving dog mom or dog dad to step in and help them. The solution is sometimes a prosthetic limb or leg brace. Some pet owners feel that their specific situations require the use of a wagon for your dog. A quick scan through the internet will show you plenty of pet owners who bring their senior dog around in a wagon because he or she can no longer keep up with the family. Let's stop right here and discuss exactly what this is. As cute as it may sound, no- the answer to your dog's mobility issue probably isn't pulling your pup around in a red wagon. A wagon for...
When your pet is limping due to discomfort caused by an injury or instability, it is easy to feel helpless. As the leaders in pet prosthetics, we understand the impact this has not only to the quality of life of your pet, but also to your family. You want your little guy or gal back to running, jumping, playing, and enjoying life. In many cases, this can be done with a dog tarsal brace. What is a Tarsal Brace? By definition, tarsal braces (Ankle/Hock) aid in support of the hock and prevention of hyperextension or collapse of the Achilles tendon. If you're not quite sure what this means, you are certainly not alone. Think of your dog's tarsal as his...
The founder of Bionic Pets, Derrick Campana, has been working to create animal braces and prosthetics for over 17 years. To date he has helped almost 30,000 patients. It isn't just dogs, but also ducks, elephants, tortoises, and more. Many of these stories are highlighted on the show Wizard of Paws! Have you started watching it yet? You can watch all of Wizard of Paws season one directly on the National Geographic website. You can also catch new episodes on BYUtv, Wednesdays at 9 pm. Derrick Campana has won the hearts of viewers everywhere with his philosophy of making every life count, especially when it comes to animals. It is no wonder this show is quickly becoming so popular! Each...
