Not too long ago I was in New York City walking the streets, acting like a tourist, when I saw a small pup come “ROLLING” up from behind me. The little guy had wheels for back legs?! I was a bit shocked, since I had never seen such a thing, but the dog was as happy as ever to be running down the street with his dad following close behind!
For dogs suffering from paralyzing nerve diseases, such as degenerative myelopathy, theres still hope for a happy “fetch filled” life thanks to company’s like “Eddie’s Wheels”, who specialize in wheel chair-like carts for dogs of all sizes, from mini dachshunds to St. Bernards.
Most dog carts start around $250 and can exceed $500 based on the size of the dog, while the cost of wheelchairs for other animals can vary depending on the type and size of animal.
Since launching the business, Eddie’s Wheels has shipped carts worldwide — the largest to a 220-pound Saint Bernard in Great Britain — and has made wheelchairs for several cats, a ferret, alpacas, goats, sheep, a rabbit and a possum.
They even keep a supply of tiny wheels on hand for a gerbil or hamster.
When paralyzation happens to a pup, they don’t understand why, but are almost ALWAYS accepting. “Oh, this is the way I am today.’ So when we put them in the cart, they’re like: ‘Oh, now I’m back to normal. I can go where I want.”
Source: Yahoo News, The Pet Blog
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