Veterinary Prosthetics for Dogs

Custom-designed prosthetic limbs that restore weight-bearing function, balance, and long-term mobility in dogs after limb loss.

Veterinary prosthetics are medical devices designed to replace a missing part of a limb in dogs affected by amputation, congenital limb absence, or severe trauma.
When properly designed and fitted, a prosthetic limb can significantly improve gait symmetry, posture, and overall musculoskeletal health.

When Is a Prosthetic Limb Indicated?

Veterinary prosthetic solutions are commonly indicated in the following situations:

  • limb amputation (front or hind limb)

  • partial limb loss

  • congenital absence of a limb segment

  • traumatic limb injury where reconstruction is not possible

  • cases where long-term three-legged mobility would lead to secondary orthopedic problems

Each case requires careful assessment to determine whether prosthetic use is clinically appropriate.

Not all amputation levels are suitable for a conventional socket prosthesis due to biomechanical constraints.

Clinical Goals of a Prosthetic Device

A well-designed veterinary prosthesis aims to:

  • restore weight-bearing capacity

  • improve balance and postural stability

  • reduce overload on remaining limbs

  • minimize secondary joint and spinal strain

  • support long-term functional mobility

Prosthetics are not cosmetic devices — they are functional medical solutions.

Custom Prosthetic Design — Not a Generic Product

Each prosthetic limb is individually developed based on:

  • anatomical structure of the residual limb

  • soft tissue condition and skin tolerance

  • gait and movement analysis

  • body weight and activity level

  • long-term functional goals

No standardized templates are used.
Each prosthesis is a case-specific biomechanical solution.

Our Prosthetic Development Process

  1. Medical and Movement Assessment
    Review of veterinary diagnosis, photos, videos, and gait analysis

  2. Residual Limb Evaluation
    Assessment of limb shape, load tolerance, and soft tissue condition

  3. Custom Design and Manufacturing
    Individual CAD-based design using medical-grade materials

  4. Fitting and Functional Optimization
    Adjustment for comfort, balance, and correct load distribution

  5. Follow-Up and Long-Term Adjustments
    Ongoing support as movement patterns, healing, or growth change

Prosthetics vs. Orthoses

Prosthetics

- Replace missing limb segment

- Used after amputation

- Restore weight-bearing

- Long-term mobility restoration

Orthoses

- Support existing limb

- Used when limb is preserved

- Stabilize or guide movement

- Rehabilitation or preventive support

If limb preservation is possible, orthotic support may be more appropriate.

Who Can Benefit from a Prosthetic Limb?

Pet owners

  • dogs after limb amputation

  • congenital limb absence

  • long-term mobility challenges

Veterinary professionals

  • post-amputation rehabilitation

  • orthopedic case management

  • long-term mobility planning

Discuss Whether a Prosthetic Limb Is the Right Solution

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