HandicappedPets Rear Leg Dog & Cat Splint
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Help your pal heal with the HandicappedPets Rear Leg Dog & Cat Splint. Modeled after human splints, it provides stability for doggy and kitty back legs and paws, with complete support for the foot and toes thanks to its unique design that extends under the paw. It helps stabilize joints for pets with arthritis or injuries, and helps promote healing during physical therapy or while recovering from fractures, sprains, and surgeries. This splint also helps prevent knuckling, or the inability to place paws on the ground, which can occur in pets with neurological conditions or nerve damage. Both sturdy and lightweight, it features a cushioned inner lining to make it ultra-wearable, and is waterproof and easy-to-clean to support wound care. Putting it on your pal is easy―place his paw in the splint with his nails at the edge, and then buckle in place using fuzzy fastener straps. Plus, it’s available in different sizes to accommodate cats and dogs of all breeds.
Key Benefits- Provides complete support for pets’ back paws, hocks, feet, and toes with unique design and non-skid pad.
- Perfect for dogs or cats recovering from fractures, sprains, and surgeries with waterproof material to help keep wounds dry.
- Great to use during physical therapy or to provide stability for pets with arthritis, tarsal injuries, Achilles tendon tears or other conditions.
- Prevents knuckling, dragging or scuffing paws for pets with neurological conditions or nerve damage.
- Durable plastic exterior and cushioned inner lining that most pets find comfortable for everyday wear.
Please keep in mind: Walkin' Rear Splints are designed to support the lower part of the legs. They will not stabilize the knee on the rear leg. Please check with your local veterinarian before using the splint on your dog or pet.
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Item Number122913
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BrandWalkin' Pets
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LifestageAdult
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Breed SizeExtra Small & Toy Breeds
How to Introduce a Splint to Your Pet
It’s important to remember that any splint or bootie placed on a pet’s foot will need to be removed at bedtime, and should be removed for at least an hour during the day to allow the foot to breathe.
When introducing a new splint to a pet, it’s important to start slowly. Positive reinforcement methods, using praise, treats, or toys should always be used in association with the splint. The splint will initially make the pet walk “funny” or maybe not want to walk at all. Using positive reinforcement to encourage walking is always the best approach.
Day One: Place splint on pet for 10-15 minutes at a time, then remove. Try these short sessions 3 to 4 times during Day One.
Once the splint is removed, look for any areas of irritation or rubbing on the pet’s skin that may have been caused by the splint. If you notice an area of rubbing, please consult one of our customer service representatives for fitting assistance, and your veterinarian with any medical concerns.
Remember that every pet is different; it may take pets longer than a few days to get used to the splint, and that’s OK. It’s more important to make sure the pet is comfortable with the splint and the fit is correct than to rush the process. Continue with these short sessions until your dog adjusts. If you are concerned that the fit isn’t correct, please contact our customer service department or consult with your veterinarian.
Day Two: If your pet is having a hard time adjusting to wearing the splint, continue with the short 10-15 minute sessions, as described in Day One. If your pet seems to be walking a little better and is getting used to the splint, then it’s time to increase the session length a bit.
Place splint on for 15-30 minutes at a time, then remove. Try these sessions 3 to 4 times during Day Two. Again, look for any signs of discomfort, and respond accordingly.
Day Three: If your pet is still having a hard time, continue with the short 10-15 minute sessions, as described in Day One. If the pet seems to be walking a little better than in Day Two and is getting used to the splint, then it’s time to increase session length again.
Place splint on for 30-60 minutes at a time, then remove. Try these sessions 3 to 4 times during Day Three. Once again, look for any signs of discomfort, and respond accordingly.
Ongoing: Once the pet is able to comfortably wear the splint for 4 hours or more in the day, and no areas of rubbing or irritation are present, it’s all right to increase wear time to almost a full day, if needed. If you are unsure how long the splint should be worn based on your dog’s medical condition, it’s always best to consult with your veterinarian.
A: Measure from end of longest toenail to midpoint between hock and knee.
B: Measure from end of longest toenail to top of hock.
It is best to measure the dog in a standing position.
Size | A | B |
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XX-Small | 6.25 inches | 4.5 inches |
X-Small | 9 inches | 6 inches |
Small | 10 inches | 7 inches |
Medium | 11.25 inches | 8 inches |
Large | 13.5 inches | 9.5 inches |
X-Large | 15.5 inches | 11 inches |
How long should my pet wear the Walkin’ Splint?
Splints are not designed to be left on your pet for a long period of time. Introduce your pet to the splint by slowly fitting the splint onto your pet. Do this for the first handful of times that your pet has to wear the splint. Have your pet wear the splint for two hours on, followed by two hours off. When your pet is resting or relaxed for a long period of time, keep the splint off. Always remove the splint overnight. Please see USAGE tab for more information.
How do I use a dog splint?
Injuries to the lower limb of small animals often need to be splinted or braced. Please see your veterinarian to determine whether this is the best treatment for your pet. These splints can be used on the lower leg for stability and support and are available in a full range of sizes and shapes to accommodate the rear legs comfortably. Your pet should always be supervised when using the splint.
Where do I put the splint?
Walkin’ Rear Splints are placed on the back of the leg and held in place by padded touch-fastener closures straps. They extend about halfway up the leg. The bottom of the splint extends completely under the paw to provide weight-bearing support. This is ideal for fractures, knuckling, and other ailments.
What are the splints made of?
Splints are made of hard plastic with a soft foam lining and a non-skid pad on the bottom. The non-skid pad will not work well on some slippery surfaces. Before using the splint, test it on the surface to make sure it will grip adequately.
How will I know if the splint fits well and how long to wear it?
Splints should be used only when recommended by a pet care professional who will determine whether the splint is appropriate, how long it should be worn, and what problems might occur that would indicate that use of the splint should be discontinued. These include chafing, muscle atrophy, or extreme distress of the animal.
How should I start using it on my pet?
Occasionally, animals resist having the splint put on and may try to escape. An animal with a splint halfway on can injure himself or herself. Put the splint on in an enclosed area, and secure the pet with a leash or other restraint. As you start to put on the splint, reward the pet with special treats. Start with two to three minute sessions, and increase the time as your pet gets used to the splint. Please see USAGE tab for more information.
How do I put the splint on?
Putting a sock on the leg before applying the splint is sometimes more comfortable for the dog. Rear splints should be applied on a standing animal. Starting at the bottom, place the foot flat in the bottom of the splint. Make sure that the toes do not extend over the bottom edge. Snug the bottom strap first. Check for a snug fit after the animal has taken a few steps.
Can my dog sit and lay down with a splint on?
Yes, your pet can sit and lay down with our splints.
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Rear leg dog splint
By Paige on Jul 23, 2020
I am so happy I bought this splint, my dog is doing so much better and is a lot happier now and not in a lot of pain.
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Works great!
By Connie on Mar 25, 2020
We have used this splint for my lab mix for about 1 year. She is 11 years old, but with the splint is able run and play like a pup. We are getting ready to buy our 2nd splint because the first one is starting to show some wear. I highly recommend this splint.
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This is amazing!
By Karen on Dec 29, 2019
I ordered this thru my Animal Rescue for a lady who's 15 year old dog was dragging his back leg. I wish I could share the videos of him learning to use it on the first day--he was struggling, but by day 2, this pup was running around the yard. It is truly amazing!!
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German Shepherd
By Msraz on Jan 22, 2020
These are a great idea, but they work mostly for dogs with straighter legs. I have a German Shepherd with Degenerative Myelopathy (DM). I was hoping to use these to keep him from buckling. His rear legs are not straight enough for these to be effective (the toe part does not sit properly for him-his legs are too angled)
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High price and does not last!!
By HadaCC on Oct 30, 2019
For the price I paid I expected it to last longer. They should improvise the quality of their poducts!! It's been 30 days and already broke. Pictures attached(broken buckle)
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Handicap boot
By Knuckling on Sep 4, 2019
Our dog was knuckling her back paw while recouping from a virus that made het incapacitated. She had rubbed her paw raw and it was swollen. This boot encourages her to lift leg and take steps when she wasn't before.
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Lots of help for Hock-Help for a large dog
By Della on Aug 31, 2019
Bronco’s toes would roll over with his loose hocks........this helps so much. The brace is stiff and a bit heavy, so be patient with your dog.
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Incorrect measurements
By Ginny on Sep 8, 2019
Even though I measured correctly, the orthopedic vet said it is too small (He remeasured). Also, it did not keep her from knuckling under. Can it be returned?
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Great Product
By Busybee on May 21, 2019
This brace is wonderful. Fits perfect and is very sturdy and easy to use. I have a mini pinscher who has neuropathy in her leg and was knuckling when she walked and it takes care of that issue so she won't get any sores. I put it on her and right away she took off with no problem.
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Definitely Buy
By Splint on Mar 1, 2019
We got this for our sweet baby that has a broken toe, it has been absolutely wonderful for him. It is heavy, but for our purposes this slows him down which allows his toe to heal even better and he gets around just fine! We ordered the first one based on weight, and as our newest rescue is only 60 pounds but is a dobbie mix.... he was way to tall for it. I called Chewy, they asked me to donate the one that was too small to a shelter and then got me my new one within two days after I told them my concerns with him walking around with no protection. We had had 7 splints on him and they did not work, he would walk/run out of them and they are not cheap to have done at the vet y'all. And our vet We got this for our sweet baby that has a broken toe, it has been absolutely wonderful for him. It is heavy, but for our purposes this slows him down which allows his toe to heal even better and he gets around just fine! We ordered the first one based on weight, and as our newest rescue is only 60 pounds but is a dobbie mix.... he was way to tall for it. I called Chewy, they asked me to donate the one that was too small to a shelter and then got me my new one within two days after I told them my concerns with him walking around with no protection. We had had 7 splints on him and they did not work, he would walk/run out of them and they are not cheap to have done at the vet y'all. And our vet loves this one, it's helping him heal more than he has in the last six weeks with theirs! … more