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Walkin’ Wheels dog wheelchair
Best for: adjustable supported mobility
Walkin’ Pets specialises in dog mobility equipment and offers adjustable wheelchairs in multiple sizes and configurations.
AUBENORD RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS · USA
Practical products for life with IVDD
These recommendations are selected for owners shopping in the United States. Some products are things we have personally used with Loui; others are US alternatives we would shortlist for the same practical purpose.
The goal is not to sell everything. It is to make the products worth considering easier to find.
Important: Always check mobility aids, braces, rehabilitation devices and significant changes to your dog’s routine with your vet or rehabilitation professional.
Some retailer links may later become affiliate links. If that happens, Aubenord may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Recommendations are never based solely on commission.
HOW WE CHOOSE PRODUCTS
Practical products we’d actually consider using
We prioritise products that solve real owner problems: supported mobility, skin protection, safer handling, toileting, home recovery and travel.
Our labels: USED BY LOUI means personal experience. AUBENORD SHORTLIST means researched and worth considering. ASK YOUR VET / REHAB TEAM flags products where fit or physical support needs professional input.
The US page follows the same standard
Where we have not yet selected a retailer, the product slot stays visible but unlinked so we can add an affiliate or retailer link later without rebuilding the page.
MOBILITY & SUPPORT
Wheelchairs, lifting harnesses & support
Mobility equipment is a high-impact purchase. Measure carefully and involve your veterinary or rehabilitation team in fit and positioning.
What Loui taught us: a cheap wheelchair that does not fit properly is not a bargain. Quality, adjustability and fit are worth prioritising when your dog relies on the equipment.
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Help ’Em Up full-body lifting harness
Best for: dogs needing controlled front-and-rear lifting support
A two-piece full-body lifting harness designed specifically for mobility support rather than ordinary walking.
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Back support brace
Best for: dogs where a brace has specifically been recommended
Keep this as a professional-guidance purchase. We will add a preferred US retailer once we have vetted fit, return policy and sizing support.
SKIN & DRAG PROTECTION
Scooting, dragging & paw protection
Protective garments can reduce friction where a dog drags or scoots across flooring. Check skin daily and do not cover wounds that need veterinary assessment.
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Walkin’ Drag Bag
Best for: protecting the rear body and legs from floor friction
A dedicated indoor drag-protection garment for dogs that move by scooting or dragging.
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Paw / knuckling protection
Best for: dogs scuffing or dragging paws
We are leaving this slot retailer-neutral until we select a US option with appropriate sizing and guidance.
HOME & RECOVERY
Making the home easier to manage
Prioritise stable footing, low-effort access and a recovery setup that is easy to keep clean.
During strict recovery, follow activity restrictions from your vet. Ramps and steps are not automatically appropriate simply because they reduce jumping.
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PetSafe dog ramps & steps
Best for: controlled access where your vet permits it
PetSafe offers several ramp and step formats. Choose a stable, non-slip option with an angle and height appropriate for your dog.
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Orthopaedic dog bed
Best for: supportive, easy-access resting
Prioritise a stable surface, easy entry and a removable washable cover. We will add a preferred US product after testing the shortlist.
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Raised food and water bowls
Best for: dogs that find bending uncomfortable
Feeding height is individual and a raised bowl is not an IVDD treatment. Choose the setup that is comfortable and appropriate for your dog.
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Washable blankets & waterproof covers
Best for: bedding, furniture and car protection
Low-cost, high-use items that make accidents, travel and frequent washing much easier to manage.
EVERYDAY CARE
Toileting & clean-up essentials
Pads, gloves and washable protection are often repeat-purchase products, so this is one section where subscriptions and multi-packs can make sense.
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Disposable pee pads
Best for: accidents, bladder care and protecting bedding
Buy in bulk if you use them daily. We will add a preferred US subscription option once the affiliate shortlist is ready.
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Disposable medical gloves
Best for: bladder care and clean-up
Keep a box at home and spare pairs in the car or travel bag.
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Washable incontinence pads
Best for: reusable bed, crate and sofa protection
Useful alongside disposable pads when you want a washable layer underneath bedding or recovery areas.
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Pet-safe upholstery cleaner
Best for: accident clean-up
Choose for the material you are cleaning and keep pets away until the treated area is safe and dry.
TRAVEL & DAYS OUT
Travel essentials
A good travel kit reduces the amount you have to improvise when your dog tires, has an accident or needs a controlled rest.
Our own kit is simple: stroller or trolley where needed, water, a bowl, pee pads, gloves, wipes, a towel and spare washable bedding.
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Dog stroller / mobility stroller
Best for: long days out and limited walking distance
If you will use a stroller heavily, prioritise frame strength, wheel quality, brakes, stability and enough room for your dog to settle comfortably.
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Car restraint or travel carrier
Best for: a controlled vehicle setup
Choose a travel setup that suits your dog, vehicle and local safety requirements. Avoid implying that a comfort seat is crash-tested unless the manufacturer provides that evidence.
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Travel water bottle & collapsible bowl
Best for: road trips and days away from home
One of the easiest products to keep permanently in the car or travel bag.
OPTIONAL REHAB EXTRAS
Products to discuss with your rehab team
Keep these as professional-guidance products rather than promising outcomes.
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Red-light / photobiomodulation device
Best for: owners considering an additional home rehab tool
Ask your veterinary or rehabilitation professional whether a home device is appropriate for your dog and treatment stage before purchasing.
FOOD & SKIN CARE
Veterinary diets & Frenchie skin care
These products are not IVDD treatments. They belong here because IVDD owners still need to manage the dog in front of them, including digestive, allergy and skin issues.
Veterinary diets should be selected for the individual medical reason your vet recommends them.
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Royal Canin Gastrointestinal veterinary diet
Best for: dogs whose vet has recommended a gastrointestinal veterinary diet
Royal Canin offers a US veterinary gastrointestinal range. Use the specific formula your vet recommends.
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Royal Canin Hydrolyzed Protein
Best for: dogs whose vet has recommended a hydrolysed veterinary diet
A US veterinary hydrolysed-protein option. This should be chosen around a veterinary dietary plan rather than because it appears on an IVDD page.
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DOUXO S3 PYO shampoo
Best for: skin-care routines where this formulation is appropriate
A US-available antiseptic skin-care product. Use around the skin condition your veterinary team is actually managing.