Dachshund wheelchair

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fixed it all together and made it to where it would adjust for length of the dog.

Comments

[beveggie]

YOUR DESIGN IS VERY GOOD, not easy, but do...able. Perfect for the doxie. Thank you so much for sharing. After studying the photos several times I think I can do it. I think I can, I think I can..I CAN. How clever. Thanks, again.

[LeslieDG]

This design looks like a homemade imitation of our Eddie's Wheels cart, and we are flattered and Eddie says it's the best one yet. If your dog likes this cart and does well in it, consider ordering a real Eddie's Wheels cart- which has a padded saddle, an opening yoke and is warranted for the life of the dog. Disabled dachsies love their carts and do well in them - our disabled dachshund has enjoyed her wheels for over 6 years, and rules our 4 dog household, which include a pitbull, a rott and a doberman.

[vick2407]

unfortunatly, not everyone can afford the high price that your carts are selling for.

[PaulaDoxieMom]

There is no doubt that a cart really improves the quality of life for the dog that is paralized. Always wait until crate rest has been completed as many dogs recover.

The most important thing is to make sure your dog has had time to heal before any use of a cart. Many general vets are not experienced in treating disc disease (ruptured discs). They don't emphasize the need for 8 weeks of proper crate rest. http://www.dodgerslist.com/ is *the* place to get the information you need to care for a dog with back problems.

[joelsprayberry]

hey leslie, thanks for joining the forum and reading up on the carts. BTW this is not an imitation of your carts but a compiled and studied invention of many carts available but with more efficient means. also this site is NOT a place for free advertising of your own business. it is a forum to help others with a pure motive in mind. which is why I chose not to create this as a retail item but as a process to serve others. thanks

[mintyd]

whoa whoa... I have nothing invested with Eddies Wheels but she was just offering some suggestions. This company helps alot of folks - yes, the carts are expensive but are much more moderate than other companies. I recently contacted them to help out with a Great Pyr rescue group that needs cart for a rehab for a rescue that has yet to be placed in a home and they have offered a free used cart. They do have pure motives in mind so please be kind. Your cart design is helping lots of folks with daxies in trouble. Anyone with a homemade cart design for bigger dogs?

[dollyjay28]

hi its dollyjay28 and my comment was meant for joelsprayberry.....your cart is awesome and I am sure you have been a blessing to many dog lovers. Thanx again!

[dollyjay28]

hey thanx for the info on wheelchair...we went to home depot and got materials.......you saved us a lot of $. As far as Punkguyta is concerned ......all dogs need love ...including him apparently!!!!!! Wish I could send a pic of my son(dauchund) He is the best thing in life.

[boonech]

joelsprayberry, we would like to make this and have a couple questions. How are the side rods attached to the semicircle that goes over the back? And what is the semicircle made of before you padded it? Our doxie is a tweenie (between a mini and standard - about 14 lbs.) the 8" tires look like they may be too tall for her - your opinion?

[doxyman]

Well said joelsprayberry. You helped me alot and my version cost me about $30 and my dog loves it. One of these days when I figure out how I will post some pictures. Thanks again!

[a_dill_angel]

Thank you for doing this. Happy will benefit greatly from this and the price to do this is in my range. This will not only help her with mobility but I believe will boost her spirits as well. This is truly awesome!

[mandriloquai]

Thanks joelsprayberry for your help w/this. Just yestarday my pet´s vet said he might not be able to use its hindlegs again. I will built this for him in hope of recovery, but might as well be a permanent thing. As soon as I have pics of Kirk in its cart, I will post them here.

[theking]

thank you my dog cannot move his back legs : (

[ms Charlie]

HELP PLEASE. Have a 8 year old Daschound with a back problem. the vet says disc problem. pain when she walks on her back legs and GROSSELY over weight. Would this wheelchair cart help...any help or suggestions you can give would be greatly appreciated.

[JElijah]

think you could adapt this somehow for a ferret?

[joelsprayberry]

sorry i am just now replying. yes it can be adapted, i would think smaller wheels would do the trick, maybe one more strap for under and over the belly considering the length of the ferret~

[atti_clearw]

Hi! I can't see on the photos how did you contact together the "u" bar and the harmless.Do you have a photos from the begening? Not just show the final ? I'm sorry if i ask too much, i just like to make one to my poor doxen. And where did you bought the parts? I can't find a good sizes wheels:( Thank you! Attila