10 Animal Prosthesis Companies to Know About – GWC Mag

Animals may require prostheses for various reasons. Some are born with birth defects. An accident or illness may cause some to lose a limb, and a prosthesis can help them walk or run with minimal difficulty. Others may become paralyzed, and require a wheelchair to get around. Luckily, there are many wonderful companies out there committed to crafting animal prostheses that can help animals live long and fulfilled lives. Read on to find out some of the companies contributing to the wild world of animal prosthetics.

1. Bionic Pets

Headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, and led by Derrick Campana, Bionic Pets is one of the leading innovators of animal prosthesis. The company offers both partial and full limb replacements. They mainly create prostheses for dogs but have also assisted many other types of animals in regaining mobility. For example, Campana has helped to create orthotics that assisted a bull elephant named Jabu in walking again.

2. Specialized Pet Solutions

Specialized Pet Solutions is another leading manufacturer of animal orthotics and prostheses. They make custom devices, including knee braces for dogs. They also create prostheses for farm animals such as goats and horses. The company’s founder, Angela Boncz, has adopted several special needs animals. These include a three-legged mini pony named Prince.

3. OrthoPets

At OrthoPets, a “team of veterinary specialists, 3D technologists, and engineers work together to create tailored solutions for each patient and their individual needs.” The company was founded in 2003 and claims to be the first to provide custom veterinary orthotics and prostheses.

4. Animal Ortho Care

The fabricators and specialists at Animal Ortho Care create a wide variety of products designed to alleviate animal pain and improve mobility. Not only does the brand craft a wide range of orthotics and prostheses, but it also makes supplements designed to improve animal health and well-being.

5. 3D Pets

This groundbreaking animal prosthesis company uses 3D printing to create customized animal prostheses, hence the name 3D Pets. The company hopes to revolutionize animal prostheses through their custom designs which make prostheses available to a wider range of canines. Their designs help redistribute weight, granting dogs a greater range of mobility.

6. K9 Carts

Prostheses are not a viable option for all injured animals. Those who have become partially paralyzed may need more assistance getting around. For these animals, a wheelchair or cart may be a better option. Founded in 1961, K9 Carts offers a variety of wheelchairs and carts to help both dogs and cats move around with ease.

7. Best Friend Mobility

Founded in 2005, Best Friend Mobility aims to help animals with limited mobility live full, happy lives. The company produces lightweight, adjustable wheelchairs that make life more accessible for mobility-challenged animals.

8. Handicapped Pets

Handicapped Pets offers a wide selection of mobility devices that are designed to improve disabled animals’ lives. From wheelchairs to harnesses and slings, Handicapped Pets is committed to ensuring that all animals enjoy their lives.

9. Eddie’s Wheels Custom Dog Wheelchairs

Eddie’s Wheels builds custom dog wheelchairs in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts. The wheelchairs come fully assembled and can be adjusted so that the cart’s balance can be changed over time.  

10. Celerity Prosthetics

Located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Celerity Prosthetics makes prostheses for both humans and animals. They work with individuals and veterinarians to fit custom prosthetics for animals who need mobility aids. 

Often, prosthetics and mobility devices can help animals that have been the victims of accidents, illness, or abuse lead full and rich lives. New technology, such as 3D printing, is also helping these do good docs assist animals in regaining mobility. These companies do a fantastic job of crafting prosthetics to assist with this! However, remember that it is always important to consult a veterinarian before purchasing a prosthetic for an animal companion. This will help ensure that the prosthetic is safe and useful for the animal. 

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