HOW easy is it to take on &amp; off; few seconds? does it cause discomfort to put on dog who just had acl surgery
267818
It is easy to take off and on and works very well. I'm not sure about the discomfort level due to surgery. My dog uses it due to arthritis.
2282316
I really never had a problem with it being uncomfortable on my knee. I had on a cast that "cut" into my leg because there wasn't enough padding at the top edge. I just stuck more padding along the top edge and it was fine. I'm still using it once in awhile now, with the cast off, and it is as comfortable as can be.
1123238
It's very easy to put on and take off. Takes just a minute or two once you get used to it.
500149
It is extremely easy to put the cover on and off. I actually timed it once and it took me less than 2 minutes. My vehicle is a Toyota Highlander with 2 bucket seats in the second row. I stuff a small pillow between the seats to make it more or less level between the seats. My Lab actually lays her head on the small bump that the pillow makes in the middle.
1047601
It is easy to put on, it does give ample room for pee/poo. please read my add on to original review.I advise to NEVER, EVER use it for a lift. It screwed up his rear qtrs. threw him into muscle spasm and he could not walkfor hours.
1417546
So here is my opinion. I love it because it allowed my dog to learn to walk again, however it isn't easy to use. It does not collapse, it is bulky, but not heavy. Your dog will always need help getting in and out of it and it takes patient for both owner & dog to get used to putting it on and off. Once it is on, its fantastic. Not as user friendly as most would hope. Good luck!!
1083758
It's not super hard to put on, but you do have to put it over the dogs head and pull their legs through the holes. Once you get the hang of it, it's not bad. Hope this helps
1048018
My dog removed it in about 35 minutes. If you wanted to remove it, you would have to take it apart at the seams and restitch it, I think.
1653772
My dog had knee surgery too, this collar appeared to work great until the third night when she figured out how to get around it and there was no opening. Cost me another $300! But I have heard some people used big tube socks to cover the opening. Good luck!
1612424
I got this harness for my lab after he had his 2nd ACL surgery. It's not hard to put on it's just trying to get your dog to step into it. I put it on the floor and maneuvered his paws over the holes. Couldn't do this right after surgery however because he wasn't stable enough. I actually only used this a couple of times because it just didn't fit him very well. I did all the measuring they said to do but it still didn't fit well. I just used a sling with handles for him. It worked better.
188458
I haven't had to use it in a while, but it seems like it was at least an hour and I kept it in the freezer. I started using mine a few weeks after having hip surgery and was really happy with it. It was easy to attach and adjust, and stayed in place once i put it on.
2100345
It's relatively easy to get on and off. I have two small dogs and it was a royal pain hooking them both up. Then they'd get tangled because they can hop down off the seats. I don't use it. I just make sure they both stay in the back as I'm not sure this offers enough protection to be worth it for them.
1049833
I would say they're "easy-ish". I guess, by their nature, they're designed to fit snugly and stay in place, so that they don't slide down. That said, because of the little grey "handles", I find it much easier to pull up, than others. Readjusting them, during softball or walking, is really easy because of the handles. I'm a big guy and my let knee is prettybanged up from years of baseball/softball...but I love the support and comfort of this Shock Doctor compression thingy.
293357
I'd say yes...just be careful on not pulling it too hard or do it to close to his skin so it is not uncomfortable. I am not familiar with dogs, but I would just keep an eye and if he/she shows a bit distressed just remove, no need to make him/her uncomfortable. Hope this helps.
1219855
I have to agree with the questioner here. I stuck *one* finger in it and when i tried to pull it out, my finger was stuck and hurt quite a bit when I was finally able to get it out. It is WAY too stiff and not soft at all. My toy poodle has titty bitty paws and cried when i tried to pull it out (no problems going in though).
185677
I have a large neck, short legged Corgi and it was perfect. My vet recommended I purchase it before my dog's recent surgery. My dog had no problem with it, it was comfortable, easier for her to get around but kept her from the surgical site. I highly recommend!!!
1873135
I love these harnesses, but one of my dogs did the same thing. This has only happened once. Do you have the soft part of the harness in the back? You should be able to tighten both sides enough so he can't pull out. I usually hold the leash up a bit so he can't pull backwards. I do love the quick release.