Dog Ailments that require an extra prosthetic support
A dog in its lifetime might suffer different injuries or health issues that can cripple its walking or temporarily affect its mobility. Not only are the mobility challenges due to age, health concerns or injury hard on a dog but also takes a toll on the pet owner’s back. The use of custom-made harnesses and slings can ease the pressure on a dog’s feet and reduce the strain on pet owners. A compression wrap for dogs is one such prosthetic device that can ease pain due to different factors: Use of Compression Wrap for dogs in various conditions: 1. Arthritis There are different types of arthritis that can affect a dog such as osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia, knee dysplasia, elbow dysplasia that can affect its mobility. Dogs are highly prone to arthritis which tend to immobilize the legs. They would undergo stiffness, pain and face trouble in walking. This affects their normal routine and disrupts their functioning. In such a situation, you would need your dog to wear a brace or a compr