The Vest | DogLeggs Theraputic and Rehabilitative Products

How to measure for a small dog

If you have a small dog, one whose leg measures 6" or less from point of elbow to floor, please take the following measurements:

Measure from point of the elbow on one side of your dog, up and over the back to point of elbow on the opposite side of your dog.
Measure around both the left and right legs at the point of the elbow.
Measure around your dog's leg half way between the point of the elbow and the top of the paw
Measure from point of elbow to top of paw

DogLeggs' Velpeau Sling

Indications for use include:

Post closed and open reduction of shoulder luxations
Conservative management for minimally displaced scapular fractures
Post-operative management of complicated and/or tenuous scapular fracture repairs
Post-operative management of severe MSI or shoulder reconstruction
To encourage weight-bearing in contralateral limb during rehabilitation therapy
Prevent weight-bearing in forelimb

The DogLeggs' Velpeau Sling offers a superior alternative to traditional bandaging. It eliminates the trauma to the skin caused by the bandage method. Rehabilitation therapy can be performed with ease throughout recovery. Comfort and recovery are significantly improved as compared to the bandage method. The DogLeggs' Velpeau Sling is easy to apply. It's closure is along the animal's back and can be adjusted allowing an intimate comfortable fit. It maintains the shoulder in a neutral position with the elbow flexed.

This product is available and ships to the veterinary professional only.

Product Construction: The DogLeggs' Velpeau Sling is constructed of a lightweight material that is hook compatible. This material is highly breathable and has wicking properties. It closes with hook and loop fastening along the back of the animal. The material does not pull at the fur and is impregnated with a natural fiber that reduces odor and inhibits bacterial and fungal growth within the product. The product is machine washable.