“The brace was ok but loosen up when see walked.
I wish they had a play to go to so they can make the measurements as doing it ourselves causes it not to fit well. And the straps need improvements. We had to find another brace and found one make better as we drove there and they actually cast it. Much better. The brace we finally ended up was just superior and the price was basically the same for everything.”
“The customer service of the company was great and I was impressed with the quality of the brace. Unfortunately while wearing the brace over the next couple months my dog's CCL tear progressed from partial to complete, and then a large bucket handle meniscus tear walking up the stairs (again while wearing the brace). The surgeon looked at her walk in the brace and noted it did not prevent the shear force of her knee. Not sure if it was just for my dog's individual case or a common problem. I really hoped this would work and again was happy with the service and product, it just didn't carry the day for our particular case.”
“While I thought this would be a good option for my 11.8 yo rottie, but due to her lack of muscle mass in the rear in both legs, this brace is to heavy for her and would not be suitable to help her ability to improve. I made the decision to interview 2 surgeon's for surgery, chose one and after they went into her leg arthoscopically, finding her ligaments were badly shredded, they weren't able to perform the TPLO and reverted to the Tightrope method. I have been thru a TPLO surgery and recovery so I know how hard it is, but the recovery is a lot faster than the brace may have provided for her. She's now 8-9 weeks PO and just now her rear muscles are starting to improve, but still not strong enough to hold this brace. As she recovers with muscle tone, I'll chat with her vet to see if maybe using the brace will help her, but only after she's ready to play with my other dog and then use it only at that time. I know this brace is well built but is not for all dogs. I believe that a vet exam is necessary to determine if a dog is capable to wear it and not break a leg further up, as this was my concern with her age and condition. Good luck to all that are using it.”
“I am neutral about it… it is very difficult to put on correctly by myself.. so I donot use it..Yes, it would probably help her.. but I just can’t do it being alone”
Hi Brenda, we are sorry you are having difficulties. Have you let the veterinary technicians know? They would be happy to do another fitting call with you, to help guide you further on the fit, and see if there is something we can help you with! Always feel free to reach out to our team for support, thanks!
“I wouldn't buy it again the brace is very difficult to put on and use, it probably would work if you had nothing else to do but they don't tell you everything you need to know until you buy it. I would suggest allot of research before buying any brace. For a knee injury the Vets say the gold standard is a TPLO but as I have learned find a good country vet that does Stifle surgery and your dog will be much better off especially if he or she is older. Everyone wants money and could give a hoot about your pet, do your research before choosing a remedy.”
Hi John, I'm sorry you feel this way. It looks like one of our techs did a second fitting call at no charge as well as spent time answering your questions. If you have any other concerns, she did also give you her personal number to call if you need any help.
