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Walkabelly Dog Harness - Sizing, Fit & Use
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Helpful information on how to use the mid section support harness, measure your pet for the harness, and properly apply. |
Product Description
The Walkabelly is a temporary support system for dogs that have weakness in all four legs. Also may be used for rear limb amputees while they are adjusting to the initial loss of their limb. Made from a lightweight neoprene with a sheepskin lining, it comfortably fits under the abdomen between the front and rear legs and wraps over the back with a Velcro™ closure. Features two handles for support. Machine washable. Measure around the dog's chest and abdomen area for a proper fit.
Walkabelly Measurement Directions
Measurements Needed:
- Abdomen
- Chest
- Length of Body
Paw Measurement
Measure the width of the paw at the widest point with the paw flat on the ground.
Note: Please indicate when dog is non-weight bearing. Use the Problem field to do this.
Body Measurement
Body Length is the distance from A to C, measured along the belly.
A and C measure the circumference of the abdomen (or chest) directly in front of the back legs
(or behind the front legs).
B and D measure the circumference of the leg at the point where it meets the body.
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Customer Reviews (4)
Read all reviews | Write a reviewAverage Rating: 3.5
No. Reviews: 4
My dogwalk group & I recently did a fundraiser to purchase one of these in each size for our local veterinary clinic. As other users have mentioned, we also noticed some issues with fit on barrel-chested breeds, so to get around it we had our local sewing group devise a pattern for a chest-piece/strap. They work really well now for all breeds & we've passed on our modifications to the manufacturer. They truly are incredibly well made & quality items, they just need a little bit of "tweaking" for use on large-chested canines. (Just FYI though, we found that if it's to be used on amputee recovery of the front legs, you cannot have a chest piece due to it's rubbing on sensitive flesh. We made all our chest straps to be removable). Hopefully the company will come out with a more improved version soon, but otherwise they are all they are advertised to be & work very, very well.
by Wendy Harrison on 2009-09-09
Glad to have this product. It really helps my back while compensating for my dog's bad back and legs.
by Amy C on 2009-09-06
I agree with previous comments. This product is probably fine for dogs with barrel type chests -- but not if the rib cage is significantly larger than the pelvis. When my dog moves forward, twists or rolls, as she often does,the harness slips back and she falls over. We are doing our best with it, as I needed something. But I would suggest the manufacturer devise a front piece across the chest to keep it from slipping. I will have to investigate more possibilities.
by Virginia Leslie on 2009-05-11
I just ordered this for my Boxer, who's having trouble getting around, hoping that this would help bim be more mobile with little strain on me. Although I'd imagine this would be great for most beeds of dogs, it is not a good fit at all for deep chested breeds like my Boxer. The poor fit renders this useless for it's purpose, and made my boy more nervous with it than without. The difference in circumference from his chest and his waist are just too drastic for something that isn't cut to accommodate this change. My average rating is for this reason only. Otherwise, the material is great, it looks sturdy and well made, and has a soft fleece lining. I hope they come out with one designed for body shapes like my Boxer's.
by R on 2008-03-26
Return Policy
Certain items may be returned within 21-days from the date you receive it. Products should be returned in new, resalable condition -- i.e. undamaged, free of any signs of use and with the original packaging intact.
For health and sanitary reasons, some items --i.e. diapers, supplements, toothbrushes, etc., if opened or used, are not eligible for return. In order to insure proper and expedient credit please be sure to use a carrier that provides package tracking information. If you have any questions or concerns about our return policy, or that of any of our suppliers, please contact us by phone (Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm PST) at 800-523-7979 or by email prior to processing a return.
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