Prosthetic cart for animals

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1981-06-11

1983-03-01

Swiatek, Robert P.

Animal husbandry

Entomological culture device

Egg treatment, production, or storage

119102, A01K 2900

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043752039

ABSTRACT:
A mobile orthosis for a four-legged animal such as a dog having injured rear quarters comprises a wheeled cart to which the animal is to be harnessed, the cart having a yoke attachable to the animal's thorax, a hip support member for carrying the animal's rear quarters, and a shin support for the animal's rear legs. A preferred embodiment comprises a two-wheeled cart having a pair of adjustment blocks each having a plurality of axle holes, the axle being positionable with respect to the cart to approximate a balanced support of the rear quarters.

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Brochure: "New Freedom for Paralyzed Dogs," K-9 Cart Company, Malvern, Pa.
Adjustment Instructions for Prosthetic Cart, K-9 Cart Company, Malvern, Pa.

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