{"product_id":"walkin-drag-bag","title":"Walkin’ Drag Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA purpose-built protective drag bag for dogs with severe hind-limb weakness or paralysis, made from durable nylon with fleece-lined chest and neck panels and breathable mesh to shield the chest, belly and rear limbs from repeated floor friction.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Walkin’ Drag Bag is designed for dogs who move by scooting or dragging when they are not using a wheelchair. Instead of trying to protect individual paws or hocks one at a time, the dog’s hindquarters and rear legs sit inside one smooth protective pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat it is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWalkin’ Pets specifies a \u003cstrong\u003edurable nylon exterior\u003c\/strong\u003e chosen to slide over flooring more easily, with \u003cstrong\u003esoft fleece lining around the chest and neck\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003ebreathable mesh panel\u003c\/strong\u003e for ventilation. The bag is machine washable and designed to accommodate dogs that also wear a diaper for incontinence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat problem does it solve?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen a dog cannot reliably lift or place the hind legs, normal movement around the house can mean the same skin, nails and rear limbs repeatedly scrape carpet, hard floors or rough surfaces. Over time, friction can create abrasions and sore areas even when the underlying mobility condition itself is stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Drag Bag is designed to create a sacrificial layer between the dog and the floor so the fabric takes that repeated contact instead of vulnerable skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy can that matter after IVDD?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome dogs with IVDD are left with severe hind-limb weakness or paralysis and learn to move around at floor level between assisted walks or wheelchair sessions. For those dogs, paw boots alone may not protect the belly, chest or whole rear limb from dragging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA drag bag does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e improve nerve function, correct knuckling or treat IVDD. Its value is protection: reducing direct friction while a dog with major rear-mobility loss moves around without their chair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen would we choose this over boots?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose boots when the main issue is one or more paws scuffing the ground while the dog is otherwise walking or using a wheelchair. Consider a drag bag when the \u003cstrong\u003erear body and limbs themselves are repeatedly contacting the floor\u003c\/strong\u003e during scooting or floor-level movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen would we use it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWalkin’ Pets positions the Drag Bag particularly for periods when a wheelchair or cart is not being used. Think supervised indoor movement, changing position around a safe floor-level area or selected periods where the dog is allowed to scoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt should not be used to create extra freedom of movement where strict restriction has been prescribed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCurrent manufacturer sizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXSmall:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9–12 lb; bag reference length 11 in; neck 7–9 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–19 lb; length 13.5 in; neck 7.5–9.5 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30 lb; length 16 in; neck 10–14 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31–45 lb; length 20 in; neck 14–18 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXLarge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–65 lb; length 23 in; neck 19–23 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWalkin’ Pets currently advises using \u003cstrong\u003eweight as the primary sizing reference\u003c\/strong\u003e, then measuring from the last rib to the toes if the legs extend behind the dog, or from the last rib to the rump if the dog sits on the legs while scooting. If the listed bag length is shorter than the dog’s measurement, follow the manufacturer’s weight guidance or ask for fitting help.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncontinence practicality\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bag can accommodate a diaper, which matters for dogs whose mobility loss also comes with bladder-control problems. That does not make the bag a substitute for bladder care or skin checks; damp fabric and urine contact still need to be managed promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSkin checks are non-negotiable\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA protective product can hide the very areas you need to inspect. Check the chest, belly, hocks, paws and other contact points before and after use, especially where sensation is reduced. Do not simply cover an existing sore or wound and continue dragging over it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAubenord view\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product earns its place because it solves a problem that boots and wheelchairs do not completely solve: \u003cstrong\u003ewhole-area friction protection when a paralysed or severely weak dog is moving at floor level without wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e. Durable sliding nylon outside, softer fleece at the upper contact points and ventilation through mesh make it much more considered than an improvised towel or fabric sack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/walkinpets.com\/walkin-drag-bag\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck current sizes \u0026amp; details at Walkin’ Pets →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent recommendation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aubenord does not sell this product and currently receives no commission from this link. Check current sizing, specification and availability before ordering.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Walkin’ Pets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43702241427519,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2664\/5734\/files\/DragBag_Jeroymoai_Flopped-1_2.jpg?v=1786824090","url":"https:\/\/aubenord.com\/products\/walkin-drag-bag","provider":"Aubenord","version":"1.0","type":"link"}