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Archives for August 2020

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Other Spine Problems

The Pros and Cons of Owning A Teacup Dog

August 26, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

Ginger is a sweet Shih Tzu who weighs 4lbs fully grown. Her small size makes her at least 5lbs under the normal weight of 9-16lbs for her breed. Ginger wasn’t the runt of her litter; she was bred to be a teacup dog. It’s a popular trend that mates toy dog breeds to be unusually …

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Daily Care

Are There Pet Sitters For A Special Needs Dog?

August 19, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

Are you searching for a pet sitter for a special needs dog? Just thinking about where to find a qualified caretaker, sends shivers down the spine of most pet owners. We worry that it’s impossible to find a person who can handle all the details that go into caring for our disabled pet. Many pet …

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IVDD

Assisi Loop At-Home Medical Device Reduces Pain for IVDD Dogs

August 14, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

Princess had her first IVDD incident when she was just two-years-old. Her pet mom Amy, said that three of the discs in her spine ruptured so violently it turned her spine black. The event happened in the morning and by midnight the little Papillion was undergoing emergency surgery at Louisiana State University, three hours away …

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Daily Care

Common Sense Tips to Keep Dogs in Wheelchairs Safe

August 11, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

As humans, we live in a world where constant movement and forward progression is desired, and that feeling is no different for our sweet pets. Watch any dog and you’ll see a flurry of continuous motion. It’s one of the reasons dog wheelchairs are so popular. It’s also the reason why we need to keep …

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Daily Care

How to Choose the Right Support Harness for Your Paralyzed Dog

August 1, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

Where can I find a wheelchair for my dog? It’s the first question pet owners ask me when they find out their dog is losing their mobility. Dog wheelchairs are a wonderful invention and I understand their popularity, but in my opinion, a support harness for your paralyzed dog will become your favorite mobility device. …

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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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