IVDD Equipment

Recovery times vary in the length of time for each individual dog.  When you no longer require the equipment loaned to you, please contact D2D, who will organise a courier to collect from you.

Unfortunately, we are unable to lend to other breeds but here are links other charities that may be able to help:

Broken Biscuits https://www.brokenbiscuits.org/

Winston Wheels https://www.facebook.com/groups/412571322502957

Pumpkins & Friends Charity https://www.facebook.com/share/17G8U5DXZH/?mibextid=wwXIfrAdd link

When you no longer need the equipment loaned to you , please contact D2D and we will arrange for a courier to collect the items. Strollers can also be taken to your local Post Office.

Yes, we lend equipment to all dachshunds in need of our support throughout the UK.

The equipment is forwarded by courier so therefore the packaging and instructions are needed for return posting.

Please contact D2D as soon as you notice any defects. Do not use the stroller if damaged.

Routine maintenance should be carried out to ensure that the stroller is in good condition and that the tyres, where applicable, are kept inflated.

Inside the carriage you will see safety straps to attach to a harness (NOT A COLLAR). Ensure that your dog is always attached whilst in the stroller. Never leave your dog unattended when in a stroller.

It is essential that your dachshund is kept calm during recovery. Please choose quiet areas if you find they are getting stressed. If it continues, try around the home and/or leave it a week or so and try again. Never leave the dog unattended whilst in the stroller.

A drag bag is used for a dog to help protect their rear limbs and the chest from scraping against flooring when not on wheels and can be used around the home. They are intended for dogs that have no mobility and are some months post-IVDD.

https://wheels4dogs.co.uk/product/walkin-drag-bag

Bellybands are male wraps and can be used for a variety of reasons that causes the dog to be urinary incontinent.

In IVDD it is common for dogs to suffer temporary incontinence and these bands help to keep the dog and bedding drier.

They do not replace regular toilet breaks and the dog should spend time out of them.

Female pants work on the same basis as the bellybands; there are also full pants available for male and female that help with dogs that are doubly incontinent.

All the incontinent aids are worn with disposable pads that draw liquid away from the dog’s skin and these should be changed regularly.

Dedicated to Dachshunds with IVDD will provide you with a pack of 3 bands or pants, the following links provide information if you wish to purchase more.

Glendarcy  Dog nappies & belly bands - washable – Glenndarcy

Many dogs take many months to regain mobility so it is important to give your dog every opportunity to recover with therapies such as physio and hydrotherapy first, before considering wheels.

Putting a dog in wheels whilst in the recovery phase can undo any work towards mobilisation and can cause a regress resulting in your dog being permanently disabled.

http://therehabvet.com/2017/10/permanently-disabled-dogs/