Dogs on Wheels

A good quality of life does not have to end if it is just more difficult to get around.

Wheelchairs can be a good option for many dogs including:

  • dogs with weakness in the hind end

  • dogs paralysed in the hind end

  • dogs with limited movement in limbs (e.g quadriplegics with some voluntary limb movement)

  • dogs recovering from paralysis

MVR offers wheelchair rental and can also assist you in fitting so that you can order a wheelchair of your own.

Rental wheels

Melbourne Veterinary Rehabilitation has a variety of sizes of wheelchairs for rental, with options for extra body, foot and frontlimb support if needed.

Rentals are ideal for pets who may only need support for a short amount of time, or if you'd like to test whether your pet would use or like wheels before making a permanent purchase.

First we assess that a wheelchair would be suitable for your pet, then we take measurements and fit the wheelchair.

A review appointment is then recommended after some use to ensure no secondary or compensatory issues are developing and to reassess pain levels.

MVR carries and fits Walkin Pets wheelchairs. Please refer to the manufacturer website for further information

https://www.handicappedpets.com/