Post TPLO Harness

[ZeusTitan]

I purchased the Ruff Wear Assist & Lift Harness but it turns out it is pretty useless as it only helps lift the front end.

I'm wondering if anyone has found a type of harness that the dog can wear comfortably all of the time (24/7) that he doesn't have to take off to go to the bathroom & that has handles for me to grab to help him walk when necessary & to prevent him from going after squirrels.

It's hard to tell from all of the pictures so any input or suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks for everything guys!

 

[Diana]

Sorry - no ideas here. We just used the sling and leash - mind you, we don't have many squirrels...just magpies!!

 

[suse]

I just used a beach towel and it worked fine.

 

[Sound Bay Newfs]

This harness is supposed to work great according to a friend that used it.

http://www.helpemup.com/flashmovie.html

 

[mudji]

We just used a sling to for our two TPLOs.

hannah

 

[dumainedogs]

I actually modified a canvas shopping bag for both of my previous "orthodog" experiences. (TPLO on my newf/lab & disc hemilaminectomy on my corgi) It was essentially a sling, made by cutting down the "narrow" sides" of a shopping bag. I found it more manageable than a towel. But, obviously it isn't something you could leave on, sorry.

 

[victoria1140]

we have used like an all over body wrap that had a handle at the top. I dont know what it is called , will try to find out

 

[Pipelineozzy]

I made a device from two inexpensive leashes that would just go around each thigh and up onto his back over his hips so that I could assist him (had both done, two weeks apart). I padded the crotch area with fabric. that way because it was around his legs, he could still urinate etc. with it on.

 

[Murphy]

Canvass log carrier.. Worked perfectly as a sling.. and leash..

 

[lilly06]

We also used a leash and a sling. The Ruff Wear harness is great but I don't think it gives them the support that they need in the rear end. We also used one of these http://www.scoutshouse.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=74&products_id=227 It really support her well. Actually, I may still have it if you are interested. We also used just the straight walk about sling. That worked well too...

 

[plafleursr]

Some of our friends used this one. http://www.ruffwear.com/Web-Master-Harness?sc=2&category=1131