Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Support for Dogs Without Limbs

By Alma Hnanguie


Reasons why some dogs are born without limbs are not established. Most dogs born this way seldom get the love and care given to their four-legged counterparts. Shamefully, most dogs born with this particular condition are put aside, rendered hopeless of living normal lives, and more often than not, put down. Very few consider options apart from euthanasia.

Fortunately, with the introduction of mass produced dog wheelchairs, dogs that lack limbs are given a shot at life. Loving pet families take in their special canines and offer them a more livable environment with the right tools to lead a healthy, happy, and fulfilling existence. Getting dogs on wheels have added an essential aspect to their lives.

Now, putting dogs on wheels have gone beyond just giving mobility for the pets who are incapacitated and injured. For dogs born with missing limbs, they may actually mean the main difference between life and death. With these equipment, anybody can see it that a healthy life is possible for special needs dogs; that they, too, can take part in typical, everyday life activities.

Often, special needs dogs look hopelessly susceptible specifically while they're young. Putting dogs on wheels at this phase will not only provide them general mobility, it will also allow them the the possibility of participating in other activities. As they grow into their strengths, these special dogs and their families will see that walking, running around, playing fetch are just the basics.

As special needs dogs grow, so should their mobility aids. During the early days, most pet families had to resort to do-it-yourself (DYI) dog carts or wheelchairs. Today, dogs on wheels are a more common incident-for reasons other than congenital defects-and mobility supports are widely accessible. It used to be that pet families replaced their dog's carts as they grew, since they could not adjust the DIY dog wheelchairs. Now, dogs on wheels have the benefit of having their mobility devices for a longer time due to their adjustability. A feature that their families' wallets are certain to appreciate.

Special needs dog will always have a more difficult existence but they can also still have a rich and rewarding life.




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