26 pitiful images of disabled dogs who survived with prosthetic legs
Still, Dr. Craver and the veterinary staff at Aurora wanted to give the dog a chance to move around like any other dog. With their efforts, they took measurements to create a fiberglass mold that fits the dog’s body, allowing her to use the device in the most comfortable way.
This device is designed by the company Orthopets, providing dogs with the opportunity to experience life more easily. The little dog has been named Roo by her “adoptive mother” and primary caretaker, Jeannie Morris.
Morris shared that initially, Roo had some trouble with her leg replacement device, often hesitating to walk or run around. “The most important thing we need to do is help Roo walk normally instead of just hopping with her hind legs as she used to do before.”
In fact, Roo can do everything that normal dogs can do, including going up and down stairs. She gets along perfectly fine with everyone around her, including other dogs. “Roo is a happy dog,” Morris shared. “She wags her tail to show hospitality to anyone who approaches.”
Dr. Craver mentioned that in the future, Roo might require a larger pair of artificial legs, and her owner needs to ensure a regular exercise regime and good nutrition to minimize the potential stress on her legs.
“Dogs like Roo can make wonderful pets, bringing great joy and inspiration to your life. However, when adopting a dog or cat with a disability like this, you may need some time to acclimate and care for them, but I don’t think it’s too difficult,” Dr. Craver added.
