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...
Your dog is the world to you. He or she deserves to be happy and healthy. So, what do you do when your dog isn't happy and healthy? You figure out what you can do to help, of course! For pet owners who want to make sure their dog is comfortable despite a chronic condition, birth defect, or injury, a dog knee brace is a good investment. If you're wondering whether or not this would be a wise purchase for you, we're happy to take the time to explain what you can expect from a dog leg brace. What Does a Dog Leg Brace do? Dog knee braces are an excellent option for providing support to your dog’s leg muscles...
