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DOG TOE GRIPS
DOG TOE GRIPS
The generic phrase dog toe grips refers to a device applied to a dogs toenails to instantly improve traction for the dog. Dog Toe Treads are the newest device for that purpose
Dogs struggle on hard floors and this increases inflammation and pain. Falls are much more likely. The dog being less active from pain and struggle will deteriorate more quickly.
With increased traction many dogs can become more active as the problem is alleviated. They are not struggling so much and therefor pain and inflammation is reduced.
Problem is lack of traction
There are many factors that contribute to chronic disease, causing our senior dog to slip, slide and fall. They occur over an entire lifetime and can create significant degeneration and weakness. Some factors include stress, inflammation, degeneration, even basic wear and tear takes a toll on our bodies. Keep in mind there are various causes of acute and chronic diseases causing slipping and sliding, and all pets with these symptoms should be carefully and fully evaluated by a veterinarian, to determine the underlying cause and proper treatment.
When we consider the weakness occurring in our senior dog and the fact that most of the flooring we have in our homes have a slippery surface, it’s no wonder they have trouble getting up from laying down and also walking around. When they feel a lack of traction situation, such as an encounter with hard flooring, they will extend their nails trying to get a grip. Unfortunately their nails against hard flooring has the opposite effect and they end up exerting a large amount of energy, struggling and falling.
The senior dog struggles with this problem especially when transitioning from laying down to standing up and vice versa. I have even seen patients legs splay out to the sides while standing to eat or drink.
Treatments & Management
Treatment and management of diseases that cause slipping and sliding require a multi-modal approach. This means that a combination of different treatments are needed to provide a reduction in pain and suffering, in order to create a meaningful improvement in quality of life. Depending on what the underlying problem is there may be different types of treatments recommended by your veterinarian. Many pet owners are familiar with pain relievers, anti-inflammatories, supplements, physical therapy, laser therapy and even surgery. What we can’t forget is mobility support! We need to stop the endless cycle of trauma from slipping and falling.
Many of my patients find some relief through medication and therapy. Unfortunately they also end up injuring themselves soon after just by slipping and falling doing normal activities at home. This causes them to take more medication and increase therapy sessions due to added trauma. They never seem to get a chance to catch up on their existing inflammation before adding additional trauma on top of it. This becomes part of a destructive cycle which is part of one of the leading causes of chronic pain and suffering in our canine companions, which is “degenerative joint disease”. Once you stop the trauma you can really start to see all of the other treatment modalities take effect.
You will have to use less medication, your therapy sessions (laser/physical/acupuncture/etc ) will have a more lasting effect, and a chance to rebuild muscle and therefore strength simply by being able to use them. Providing mobility support is therefore critical as part of a multimodal approach to treatment of disease that causes slipping, sliding and falling. Without stopping this action there will be continued inflammation, pain and degeneration leading to an accelerated reduction in quality of life. It is with great pleasure I introduce to you a game changing treatment called, “Dog Toe Treads”.
Dog Toe Treads
“Dog toe grips” is a generic term for a device that attaches to a dogs toenail to provide instant traction to improve mobility on slippery floors like wood and ceramic tile. Dog Toe Treads are the newest and most highly engineered dog toe grip to improve mobility for senior dogs. They are made with a 100% FDA approved food safe material, and are Patented. They were developed with a Veterinarian and Mechanical Engineer at each stage of development and testing. Dog Toe Treads only need be applied to two toenails on each paw to provide instant traction. The two center toenails are the main weight bearing ones for the dog. This cuts the number needed in half of “treads” per paw compared to the only other product available that requires 4 per paw.
Dog Toe Treads address the struggle on slippery wood and tile flooring. This struggle creates inflammation and pain follows. Injury and excessive wear and tear on joints happen. Dogs are less interested in activity due to the pain and the sheer struggle. They need traction. They need help. Often senior dogs are put down needlessly due to the simple fact that they are not designed to walk on hard flooring. Hip dysplasia in dogs is often a factor. There are many “cute” videos of dogs slipping and sliding on floors. For the senior dog there is nothing cute about this. Increased traction will result in improved mobility. If there is less of a struggle the inflammation and pain is reduced. Your dog wants to move around more and when they do naturally this strengthens their muscles. Dogs can become happier and healthier.
Improved Traction & Mobility
Increased traction will result in improved mobility, it really is not complicated. If there is less of a struggle, the inflammation and then the pain is reduced. Your dog wants to move around more and naturally this strengthens their muscles. With Dog Toe Treads you can put just 2 on each paw on the center weight bearing nails and for 3-4 weeks your dog will have dramatically more traction. With more traction dogs can become more mobile with less effort. Senior dogs can be happier and healthier.
Combined therapy effect
It has been observed by Veterinarians using the product that over time some strength is regained as dogs are more likely to be active with improved traction. The increase in activity can improve muscle tone. With less struggle and effort to stand and move, inflammation and therefore pain can naturally be reduced. Veterinarians using the device have noted that dogs receiving Laser treatments over time did better compared to only Laser treatments alone.
I was at the vet when Dr. McHenry saw my dog slipping on the tile and asked me if I wanted to try some dog toe grips called “Dog Toe Treads”. I said I do, and was I amazed! I had done a search for such an item but had not found these online. I tried booties but she wasn’t into it and chewed them off. Lucy is 16. She is having hip issues and I have largely terrazzo and tile flooring. Her hips were declining so rapidly and medication wasn’t helping much. I would find her splayed on the floor with no idea how long she’d been there. It was breaking my heart. As soon as she had the toe treads on her posture changed and her hips were more aligned. She didn’t struggle so much to get up and was interested in taking walks again. I am able to give her less medicine now so she’s not so groggy. Her quality of life is much improved. Six months ago I was sure that her time was near as I couldn’t control this issue. I feel so blessed that this product gained me some extra time. I wish I had found them sooner! They are easy to install and stay on really well. I am so happy with this product. Thanks for spotting us Doc! I’m so thankful you did, I love my dog so very much and I so appreciate this time with her.
Dog owner: Anna Wiggers
For more information on how Dog Toe Treads work to improve mobility for the senior dog and special needs dog visit www.dogtoetreads.com
