Unless mobility issues have plagued your pet, chances are you haven’t thought about what the market has to offer in the way of orthotics and prosthetics for pets. Current data suggests that mobility issues are common in senior dogs and cats, with prevalence increasing as pets age. Injuries, surgeries, and genetic conditions like osteoarthritis (OA) and degenerative joint disease (DJD) may call for temporary aids or lifelong solutions. The good news is that there are plenty of options available to help our cherished pets regain their mobility. Continue reading to discover seven companies that make custom pet orthotics and prosthetics.
OrthoPaws: Pet Mobility Solutions
The folks at OrthoPaws understand that mobility issues not only affect pets physically, but also psychologically. As such, empowering not only your pets’ mobility but also their joy is the mission of OrthoPaws.
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Founded by Danielle Robins, a Licensed Certified Prosthetist Orthotist, after her dog Goose suffered an injury that necessitated a brace, OrthoPaws provides compassionate and innovative mobility solutions for pets. Headquartered in Palm Harbor, Florida, OrthoPaws has a full line of custom orthotics, prosthetics, wheelchairs, and carts. Satisfied customers praise the company and its products, suggesting that OrthoPaws has given their pets a new lease on life while offering top-notch service. OrthoPaws works with pet guardians and their veterinarians to create custom solutions for each pet, with flexible payment schedules available for those who qualify.
Tailwind: High Quality Dog Braces
Based in Austria, Tailwind has been making orthotics for over 75 years.
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Tailwind dog braces are made from neoprene for flexibility, durability, and comfort. The braces, which are available in 10 different sizes, from ultra-mini to XXL, are an affordable alternative to custom orthotics. Hero Braces help stabilize joints and reduce the pain associated with osteoarthritis, cruciate ligament injury, meniscus injury, kneecap problems, luxating patella, and tendinitis, as well as providing support after ACL/CCL surgery. Check out Tailwind‘s line of braces, $49.95.
WIMBA: 3-D Printed Orthotics and Prosthetics
WIMBA’s mission is to help pets live their best lives with greater mobility through 3D orthotic products.
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WIMBA claims its products are the most advanced, custom-fit, and lightweight pet orthotics and prosthetics available—a claim supported by numerous five-star reviews from veterinarians. The company, based in Kraków, Poland, makes orthotics for wrists, ankles, and necks using 3-D printing technology, ensuring not simply a great fit, but a perfect one. WIMBA also makes prosthetics for amputations, accidents, injuries, and congenital defects. WIMBA products are typically ordered and fitted by veterinary professionals. Pricing is also available through your vet.
Hero Braces: For Legs, not Teeth
Custom-made to stabilize joints, Hero Braces support mobility and reduce pain.
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Hero Braces, located in Benkelman, Nebraska, offers an alternative to invasive surgeries and can also be used during post-operative healing. These braces stabilize joints, which promotes healing and reduces pain. These braces are made to order, ensuring a perfect fit. Hero Braces are made for ankles, wrists, and knees. Customer testimonials highlight the excellent fit, durability, and successful outcomes provided by Hero Braces. See how Hero Braces ($996-$1,196) can improve your pet’s mobility while promoting healing and alleviating pain.
OrthoPets: Premium Custom Orthotics and Prosthetics
Since its founding in 2003, OrthoPets has improved the mobility of over 100,000 pets.
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OrthoPets, based in Westminster, Colorado, has been improving pet mobility since 2003. While the company offers a full line of orthotics and prosthetics, its latest innovation is the Paladin™ tarsal brace for nonsurgical treatment of CCL injuries, which involve a rupture or tear of the cranial cruciate ligament located in the knee joint. The Paladin™ has been tested and found to be even more effective than hoped. See the entire line of OrthoPets products, including custom stifle devices and prosthetics, with pricing available upon request or through consultation.
Animal Ortho Care: Keeping Anatomy in Place
Animal Ortho Care, in partnership with Caerus Corp, aims to apply medical technologies that have already proven effective in humans to animal rehabilitation and mobility.
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From state-of-the-art wheelchairs, splints, and braces to orthotics and prosthetics, Animal Ortho Care (AOC) offers an array of products to improve your pet’s mobility. This Minnesota-based company is passionate about developing medical products that help animals lead better lives by revolutionizing rehabilitation and pain management for pets. AOC’s braces provide stability and improved mobility for pets. Its prosthetics are designed for a variety of animals, including goats, cows, and pigs. AOC has a varied product line, including e-collars ($18.99-$38.99), Haute Wheels Dog Wheelchairs ($189.99-$419), and custom front paw braces, starting at $995.
Bionic Pets: Helping Animals Regain Mobility
Billing itself as the original pet prosthetics company, Bionic Pets has been around since 2005.
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Bionic Pets, located in Sterling, Virginia, is the brainchild of Derrick Campana, aka the Wizard of Paws. Campana, who holds a Master’s Degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics from Northwestern University, was among the first to address animal mobility, making it possible for animals to receive the same level of care as humans. The Wizard of Paws is a reality-based television program that features Campana creating prosthetics for pets and sanctuary animals. From custom cranial helmets ($795) to full limb prosthetics ($1,075-$1,560), Bionic Pets is committed to helping animals regain their mobility and improve their quality of life.
