CAN THIS BE USED FOR A DOG WITH HIP PROBLEM
330253
I don't see why not. Used it on my own knees and worked really well. Pain was gone almost instantly. Obviously doesn't fix the underlying problem
330254
It's used to help loosen tight muscles. If it's his hips it probably won't help because majority of the time hip problems are the bone not the surrounding muscle.
330255
I see no reason why not..is used on both humans and horses so dogs should be ok too..
330256
I would recommend it if it is a muscle tissue strain or related to that nature. It would be soothing for dog.
1539996
Actually, as I reconsider my answer, a dog with a severe hip problem may not have an issue with the height of the bed getting in; but the depth of the foam could be an issue for them as the try to raise up and get out of it. I would suggest going to your local pet supply store and viewing a similar thickness bed for yourself to make an assessment. If not a problem, this is a good bed to get.
1378602
I honestly cannot answer this for you. I bought this for my 50 pound dog and was advised not to use it as it could potentially cause hip problems.
879129
Yes it does and I am elderly also. I could not use it with out making my hip hurt although I do believe it would be of great help if it were not for the fact that I need a hip replacement. I gave it to my daughter.
1263503
I would say yes. We bought it for my 13 year Dalmatian when her hips couldn't support her anymore. Unfortunately, we only used it a couple of times before she left us, but we were happy with it. She weighed 68 pounds.
1539995
You didn't mention the size/breed of your dog, but the height should be manageable for large breeds with hip dysplasia, etc.
477646
I'm thinking it should, as long as you have it fully inflated. We used this for my sheltie who just had hip surgery and he couldn't go at his surgical site. Plus he treated it like a pillow and would lay down and rest his head on it.
160975
I find it helps Nathan and he is part Border collie. He has congenital hip dysplasia.Powder is great. Loretta D
1300400
According to some of the other reviews YES! I would say if you see no improvement/worsening of the condition than contact your vet.
11599
Probably not as the holes for the legs are pretty close together. That was the problem tor my dog.
1084050
It might-if your dog will not try to jump over it or push it down. I have used it that way when our dog was a puppy and couldn't jump over it or knock it over. Now she is big and would push it right over!
84843
This is an herbal product. IMO, if the dog is benefited by normal usage, It should be OK.
721882
The ramp is strong enough to hold the dog but I am not sure he will be able to climb up the ramp with bad hips. Our dog ( Welsh Corgi) is old and has arthritis in her hips plus bad eye sight and she would go down the ramp but refused to go up the ramp. Maybe because your dog is bigger it might be easier for the size of your dog. Sorry I can't give a more definitive answer but it did not work for our dog. The ramp is strong and has a good covering for non slip climbing. The product is solid but again I can't tell if it would work for your dog.
1491924
Yes. My 16 yr old Lab has really bad arthritis in his hips and has a hard time walking, laying down, and getting up. This bed is really the only place he is truely comfortable enough to relax. It is also elevated enough (appx. 4") that he has an easier time getting up from the bed as well as down on the bed.
683796
It might, but I'd ask your vet first. There could be other issues going on. If it's behavioral rather than a medical problem, I think the collar is worth a try.
1988778
I think that if your dog is a mellow one it would be fine, but if he is hyper for food, he might do some damage. You only use it under supervision.
1232233
I started using this product 2 years ago, I have seen the improvement on my oldest Boxer with her hip, I give it to all my dogs ages 8,6,2they have one without the joint support,