A device to provide mobility to a handicapped pet, frames, straps, harness, saddle and wheels form the main features of a dog wheelchair.
While adjustable frames enable dogs of different breeds and sizes to fit in easily, the adjustable harness, straps and saddle lends stability and holds the entire device together.
For disabled pets, dog wheelchairs come as a Godsend practically giving them back their life.
When an active pet loses his mobility, it becomes very difficult for him to spend the rest of his life lying down in a corner.
Apart from the physical discomfort and pain, it causes severe mental trauma and emotional stress in the animal which leads to further deterioration of his health.
Here, dog wheelchairs come as mobility aids helping the handicapped animal get back on his feet.
Born with congenital defects or having leg fractures and amputations due to accidents or paralysis due to diseases like hip dysplasia, slipped disks, neurological defects, weaknesses arising from age related problems, a pet can be rendered immobile due to a variety of reasons.
Designed specifically to rehabilitate handicapped pets dog wheelchairs act as artificial limbs for the injured animal.
It often becomes difficult to carry your paralyzed pet around.
Instead fitting him with a dog cart, you can even take him along when you are traveling.
Custom made, collapsible or adjustable, dog wheelchairs are of various kinds and styles.
While custom made wheelchairs are designed according to your pet's specific measurements, collapsible wheelchairs can be folded flat and are very convenient for traveling purposes.
Yet the best of the lot are the adjustable wheelchairs which have the maximum utility.
These wheelchairs come with an adjustable frame which can be extended and contracted in length, height and width to fit your dog perfectly, whatever his size or breed may be.
Being adjustable in nature, they can also be easily stored away when not in use and are easy to carry when traveling.
Another important feature of these wheelchairs is the adjustable straps and harnesses.
Made of double stitched neoprene fabric, the harness holds the pet securely, while giving him stability and flexibility for bodily movements.
The adjustable straps bind the pet to the device so that your pet can carry out all his physical activities quite comfortably.
Dog wheelchairs also come with back support saddle which provides support to the abdominal region reducing the weight and strain on the back of the pet.
They also lend additional stability to the device which gives the pet the freedom to play and run around without hurting himself or causing further injury.
The best dog wheelchairs are the lightweight ones made of aluminum frame.
Made of light material, they can be easily carried around by the pet without causing strain on the already injured muscles.
The wheels of a dog cart also play an important role.
Broad and big wheels maintain balance even during fast movements.
Additionally, accessories like training wheels, counterweights and stirrups further help a dog move around comfortably.