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Archives for June 2020

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Website Helps When There’s Trouble with Vet Bills

June 30, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

I’m pleased to share this guest post by Matt Martin, co-founder of CoFund My Pet. Adding a pet to your family is a rewarding experience and a lifelong commitment. Whether you fall in love with a cute little puppy or adopt a fur kid who just showed up in your life, you know when you’ve …

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IVDD

When Crate Rest Is Prescribed for Your IVDD Dog

June 19, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

No pet owner likes to hear that crate rest has been prescribed for their IVDD dog. The idea conjures up images of you as the jailer and your pup as the prisoner. It’s not a job any animal lover wants. But if your dog suffers from Intervertebral Disc Disease chances are good that periodic bedrest will be …

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Resources

New Website, In-Depth Stories and A Fabulous Kickoff Giveaway

June 9, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

I’ve been making big changes for the paralyzed pet community while the world has been sheltering in place due to Covid-19. And now I’m ready to share the exciting news. We’re rolling out a brand-new website with in-depth stories and a fabulous kickoff giveaway to celebrate. Everything on the site’s been designed to better serve …

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Daily Care

What Is Your Veterinarian’s Philosophy About Treating a Paralyzed Dog?

June 5, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

Your relationship with your vet is important and if you’re like me you spent a lot of time choosing the right one. But do you know your veterinarian’s philosophy about treating a paralyzed dog? There are a lot of emotions to deal with when a pet becomes disabled so it’s vital the professional you turn …

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Josie the dog doing physical therapy
Daily Care

9 Dog Physical Therapy Exercises You Can Do At Home

June 2, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

Just like humans who hurt their back, physical therapy for dogs with spine problems can be a huge benefit. It can increase mobility, improve strength and maintain overall health. Canine rehab can be done in a clinic setting and there are dog physical therapy exercises you can do at home. Both can be a big …

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We Are A Resource for Pet Owners

Dog Wheelchair LIFE teaches pet families how to care for their paralyzed dog. This is not a medical site and I am not a veterinarian. I am a blogger and pet mom who was the caretaker for Sophie, a paraplegic dog. I’m also a co-founder of the Heaven Can Wait Animal Society in Las Vegas, NV and an animal writer who has contributed to websites and magazines.

The information shared on this site is based on my personal experience and the research I do for each story. Please do not use the content from this blog in place of professional veterinary care.

Articles from this site may not be reproduced in whole or in part without written permission from me, Sharon Seltzer.

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