Dog Mobility Guides

Practical, sourced guides for dogs with weak or failing back legs: what's happening, how to care for them day to day, and how to get them walking again.

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Why is my dog losing use of their back legs?The common causes, what the signs mean, and when to see a vet. Caring for a dog with weak back legsBathroom help, stairs and floors, slings and harnesses, and the first days. How to measure your dog for a wheelchairOne measurement, the size chart and our fit finder. The OldPal rear support wheelchairFive sizes across nine height ranges, with the Fit Guarantee.
Dachshund with IVDD resting on a blanket at home, a common setting for bladder and urination problems
IVDD Dog Not Urinating: Why It Happens and What to Do
If your IVDD dog is not urinating, call your vet today. Learn why bladder nerves fail, what leaking means, and what urinary recovery can realistically look like. Read more...