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Dr. Jenny Moe with a canine patient

From PT to Myofascial Release Specialist to Owner of Doggon’ Wheels

April 13, 2022 by Sharon Seltzer

To say that Dr. Jenny Moe has had an interesting career, is an understatement. She went from a 7-year career as a pediatric physical therapist (PT), to a myofascial release specialist to owner of Doggon’ Wheels, one of the most highly regarded dog wheelchair companies. I had the opportunity to interview Dr. Moe about her …

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Dog receiving laser therapy

At-Home Light Therapy for Dogs

March 21, 2022 by Sharon Seltzer

Have you heard about at-home light therapy for dogs? It’s a treatment that uses LED (light-emitting diodes) and LLLT (low level light therapy) to relieve pain and inflammation naturally, while helping a dog heal. The treatment is painless, non-invasive and it’s done in your own home. I first learned about light therapy at a pet …

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Young and old dog standing together

When Dogs Grieve the Loss of a Pet: Bailey’s Story

January 19, 2022 by Sharon Seltzer

I’ve come to believe that just like humans, dogs grieve the loss of a pet. A few years ago, I would’ve described the reaction my dogs had to the passing of a housemate as, confusion. They would search for the deceased dog and be clingy the first couple of days, but I wouldn’t say they …

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Dog born with Cerebellar Hypoplasia

Falling In Love With A Dog You Saw Online

December 29, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Have you ever started to fall in love with a dog you saw online, only to find out the pup lives hundreds of miles away, in another country?  That’s what happened to Christina Powell when she saw the photo of Timber, a female German shepherd mix who was born with a birth defect called Cerebellar …

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Shih Tzu dog in a pet stroller

Pet Strollers vs. Dog Wheelchairs: How to Decide Which Is Best

November 18, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

This is an important story. It’s about pet strollers vs. dog wheelchairs and which is the best choice for a paralyzed animal. Most of us have learned that when a dog has a mobility problem, the answer is to get them into a cart as soon as possible. We’ve been taught that’s how life should …

Read morePet Strollers vs. Dog Wheelchairs: How to Decide Which Is Best
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How Escape-Proof Overalls Keep A Dog Diaper in Place

November 3, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

How do I keep a dog diaper in place? This is one of two questions I get asked most often by pet owners with an incontinent animal. The second question is, “How do I prevent poop from leaking out of a diaper?” If these are concerns that have added hours of frustration to your life, …

Read moreHow Escape-Proof Overalls Keep A Dog Diaper in Place
Dog euthanasia

Dog Euthanasia: Making the Decision to Let Your Pet Go

September 15, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Dog euthanasia is an uncomfortable subject for pet owners. As our dog’s parent and guardian, it reminds us that we are tasked with making the decision to let them go when old age or an illness prevents them from having a quality life. Most pets don’t pass away gently while they’re asleep. It’s up to …

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Puppy chewing on dog enrichment toy

Dog Enrichment Toys: How They Improve Life for Pets

July 14, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

This will sound strange, but a quote popped into my head when a pet owner asked me about dog enrichment toys. The quote by Teddy Roosevelt says, “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” In layman terms, it means we should work with the circumstances given to us, rather than wish …

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Products that make a disabled dog's life better

What Products Make A Disabled Dog’s Life Better?

June 25, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Recently members of the Dog Wheelchair LIFE Group on Facebook were asked this question, “What products make a disabled dog’s life better?” They shared a long list of items they use every day to keep their pet safe and healthy and to simplify life. Most pet owners understand the role a big-ticket item, like a …

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Finding the right veterinary care for Sandy.

Finding the Right Veterinary Care For A Dog Named Sandy

June 17, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

When Betty Grosvenor wrote to me about her roller coaster experience finding the right veterinary care for her dog Sandy, I knew it was a story I wanted to share. Sandy went from being a healthy 13-year-Shiba Inu one week, to a dog who couldn’t stand on her own, a few weeks later. Their story …

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German shepherd dog and Dachshund

Traditional Chinese Medicine for Dogs with Spine Disease

June 3, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

If you like to think “outside the box” when it comes to solving a problem, you’ve come to the right place. Traditional Chinese medicine for dogs looks at health and disease in a vastly different way than conventional veterinary medicine. Spine problems like Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) and Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) are diagnosed by how …

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Toe'sUP Walkaboot

Toe’sUP Walkaboot: For Dogs Who Knuckle Their Paws

May 24, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Toe’sUP Walkaboot is the latest mobility device from one of my favorite companies, Walkabout Harnesses. It assists dogs who knuckle their paws by placing the foot in a natural position so pets can move without injuring themselves. When dogs have a problem with knuckling, they curl their toes under and walk on the top part …

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physical therapy improves spinal walking

Spinal Walking in Dogs with Paralysis: What You Need to Know

May 15, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Spinal walking in dogs with paralysis is a crazy phenomenon that sounds more like the plot of a science-fiction movie than real science. If you’re not familiar with the term, spinal walking is the ability of an animal to walk when they have a permanent spinal cord injury. These pets use their reflexes to move, …

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Puppy's bottom

Techniques to Manage Bowel Incontinent Dogs

May 2, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Taking care of a handicapped dog is wildly rewarding and incredibly messy. It requires pet parents to handle every kind of body fluid imaginable. One of the least glamorous, but essential duties, is managing bowel incontinence in dogs. Bowel or fecal incontinence happens when a dog loses part or all of the control over emptying …

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Incontinent dog

Learning How to Express Your Dog’s Bladder

April 23, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Urinary incontinence in dogs is a scary diagnosis. It means your pet has lost control over their bladder and, as their guardian, you have to manage the condition with diapers or learning how to express your dog’s bladder. Most pet parents have no problem diapering a dog, but they can’t imagine manually emptying the bladder. …

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Dog in wheelchair

Mobility Products for Disabled Dogs You Probably Don’t Know

April 9, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

As the voice behind Dog Wheelchair LIFE, I’m lucky to learn about the latest groundbreaking mobility products for disabled dogs almost as soon as they’re launched. And believe me when I say, there are wonderful individuals who are creating unique devices to improve the lives of pets with limb weakness, amputation and paralysis. The products …

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Dog wearing compression sleeve

Dog Compression Sleeve Protects Cuts, Scrapes and Wounds

March 16, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

One of the best reasons for writing about disabled dogs is when I get to share a new idea that will help you in the daily care of your pup. That’s what happened when I heard about the pretty pink legging pictured above. It’s called a dog compression sleeve and it’s making life safer for …

Read moreDog Compression Sleeve Protects Cuts, Scrapes and Wounds
Dog sleeping in waterproof dog bed

Ultimate Guide for Waterproof Dog Beds, Blankets and Liners

March 4, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

An exciting trend is taking place in the dog bed industry. Manufacturers are offering beds and bedding for incontinent pets. Today there are many choices of waterproof dog beds, blankets and liners that keep your pooch dry all night long. It makes me happy that companies are addressing this need and recognizing that lots of …

Read moreUltimate Guide for Waterproof Dog Beds, Blankets and Liners
Dog sleeping in orthopedic dog bed

Best Choice in Orthopedic Dog Beds: For Senior Pets

February 26, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Have you shopped for a dog bed lately? The experience is overwhelming. I’ve raised 9 dogs and consider myself to be an experienced pet mom, but I was confused about buying a new mattress. There are so many brands and styles. If you’re in the same boat, there’s one thing I know for sure, the …

Read moreBest Choice in Orthopedic Dog Beds: For Senior Pets
Dog giving high-five for paw care

Why Dog Nail Trims and Paw Care Are Important

February 2, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Clipping your dog’s nails isn’t just about giving your fur kid a pedicure. Regular dog nail trims and overall paw care are key to their health.    I learned this lesson the hard way. About a year after Sophie became paralyzed, I noticed the pads on her paws looked unusual. Instead of being smooth and …

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Dog receiving acupuncture treatment

The Healing Powers of Acupuncture for Dogs

January 22, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Are you familiar with acupuncture for dogs? It’s a painless, alternative therapy used by holistic and conventional veterinarians to treat a variety of health problems. Acupuncture was a therapy I explored during the first six months of my dog, Sophie’s, spine disease. In our case, it was beneficial in slowing down the progression of her …

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Dog taking bubble bath

What You Should Know About Bathing A Paralyzed Dog

January 8, 2021 by Sharon Seltzer

Everyone knows how to give a bath to an able-bodied dog, but do you know the techniques about bathing a paralyzed dog? Placing an animal in a tub of water when they can’t sit or stand on their own, makes the job tricky unless you know the safety techniques. Even if your fur kid goes …

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Dog watching owner clean up dog urine stain

Tips to Remove Dog Urine Stains and Odors From Your Home

December 22, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

Cleaning up “potty” accidents is an occasional part of life when you have a healthy pet. The task to remove dog urine stains and odors can be an ongoing problem if your fur kid is incontinent. Dogs lose the ability to control their bladder due to paralysis, age, injuries and illness, but it shouldn’t mean …

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Dog in hydrotherapy pool

Why Hydrotherapy for Dogs Is Quickly Gaining Popularity

December 9, 2020 by Sharon Seltzer

When the first canine water therapy clinic opened in my city, I knew I had to schedule a tour. Hydrotherapy for dogs is quickly becoming one of the most popular and important physical therapy treatments for pets. I contacted Kathy Carr, who owns Canine Bodywork & Aquatics in NV, and she invited me to follow …

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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.

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