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Summary of Contents for Walkin’ Pets Large
- Page 1 Large Frame with Optional Full Support Front Wheel Attachment Diesel The Proven Leader In Pet Mobility...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Questions or comments? Call us at: (888) 253-0777 or email us at: HelpMe@WalkinPets.com Contents Quick Start Guide ................3 Parts of the Walkin’ Wheels Rear Large Wheelchair ......4 ® Teach Your Dog How to Use Walkin’ Wheels ........5 ® Setting Up the Dog Wheelchair ............7 Use Snap Buttons to Adjust Length, Width, and Height. -
Page 3: Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide 1. Set up wheelchair length (p.9), height (p.10), and width (p.10) 2. Attach Leg Rings to wheelchair (p.11-12) 3. Put on Front Harness on dog (p.13) 4. Put dog in wheelchair: Now that your dog is wearing the front harness, he/she is ready to get started. -
Page 4: Parts Of The Walkin' Wheels Rear Large Wheelchair
Parts of the Walkin’ Wheels ® Rear Large Wheelchair Width Connectors. Aluminum Length Extenders. The 9" connector is wheelchair frame; Width The 26" extenders are installed in the frame Connector installed installed in the frame Knuckle Tool kit with Allen wrench... -
Page 5: Teach Your Dog How To Use Walkin' Wheels
Teach Your Dog How to Use Walkin’ Wheels ® We created the Walkin’ Wheels® with the intention that you will adjust the wheelchair, put your pet in it, and in a few moments watch him or her running and playing again. It can happen that way, but it doesn’t always. - Page 6 After your dog gets used to the wheelchair, he/she can be in it 1 hour at a time. Then you will need to take him/her out to rest. Here is the video to watch on how to put the wheelchair together: www.walkinpets.com/ large-dog-wheelchair-instructional-videos www.WalkinPets.com...
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Page 7: Setting Up The Dog Wheelchair
Setting up the Dog Wheelchair Adjusting the Knuckle The frame is shipped flat. Take out of box with sticker saying "THIS SIDE UP" showing. Set the legs perpendicular to the frame by turning the dial caps counter-clockwise to loosen the knuckle assem- bly. -
Page 8: Use Snap Buttons To Adjust Length, Width, And Height
Angle the leg Normally, the wheels are set straight up and down as shown on the black dog. Setting the wheels back slightly, like the tan and white dog, will offer a bit more stability for stronger, more active dogs, or dogs who are shifting their weight back toward their hindquarters. -
Page 9: Adjusting The Length
Adjusting the Length Note: If you have the Front Wheel Attachment, remove the extenders and skip to p.18. 26" Extenders The extenders are for length adjustments. The kit comes with one set. To adjust the extenders, depress the push button and move to desired length. -
Page 10: Adjusting The Width
Adjusting the Width Use the push buttons on the width connector to adjust the wheel- chair to the proper width. There should be at least ½" on each side of the hips. The width adjustment will be determined by the widest part of the dog which is usually the chest. -
Page 11: Clip The Leg Rings To The Wheelchair
Rear Support Leg Rings The Leg Rings support the dog’s hindquar- Legs go inside each ring ters. They will take the weight off the legs while still allowing the dog to use its legs to maintain muscle mass. The Leg Rings should hang no lower than 3"... -
Page 12: Stirrups
Clip the Leg Rings to the Wheelchair, Continued The excess Velcro strapping will cross over the dog's back, or ® Velcro together to form handles (see photos below). ® The Velcro center connector can be moved forward or backward to ®... -
Page 13: Front Harness Attachment
Front Harness Attachment Adjust the extenders so they reach the harness clips on the front har- ness. The extender ends will go through each D-Ring and then clip into the front harness. The D-Rings should be positioned just behind the shoulder blades. Note: If the D-ring prong breaks, you can call for replacement or order Medium D-Ring online: www.walkinpets.com/wheelchair-dring-clip/ Adjusting the Front Harness:... -
Page 14: Is The Wheelchair Adjusted Properly
Is the Wheelchair Adjusted Properly? Check the items above to make sure the wheelchair is fitted properly. When the wheelchair is adjusted properly, the dog stands in a natural position. Here is what to check: Knuckle should be in line with hips and leg rings dropped down about 3"... -
Page 15: Optional Set Screws For Noise Reduction
Optional Set Screws for Noise Reduction Using the set screws will tighten up your wheelchair and reduce any rattling noises. The set screws also keep the wheelchair tight after it has been adjusted for your pet. When you tighten up the wheelchair, the side arms, called extenders, will be able to move up and down as your pet turns corners. -
Page 16: Belly Belt, If Needed
Belly Belt, if Needed Some animals will need additional support under their belly. You can determine if the dog needs additional support if their spine bows downward. It is also helpful for overweight dogs or dogs with spinal or disc issues. One end of the belly belt has a tri-glide (rectangular with bar in the middle) attached and the other side has Velcro ®... -
Page 17: Wheel Options
Wheel Options • Foam wheels: 12" and 16" • Air tires: 12" and 16" If you find out your RLH measure wasn't correct, you can purchase the appropriate strut size. It would be either 9", 12", or 15" www.walkinpets.com/struts/ Air Filled vs Foam Filled Air-Filled Foam... -
Page 18: Walkin' Wheels Front Wheel Attachment
70 to 180 pounds and can be easily removed at any time. If you already have the rear wheelchair and need more support in the front, here is the instructional video to watch: www.walkinpets.com/instructional- videos-large-fully-supportive-dog-wheelchair Nuska www.WalkinPets.com... -
Page 19: In The Package
In the Package The Front Wheel Attachment is easy to assemble and snap into the wheel- chair. You will need a Phillips head screwdriver. The package contains: THE PACKAGE CONTAINS: IMPORTANT: The LEFT and RIGHT Struts and Casters (B) must match the LEFT and RIGHT Legs (C). - Page 20 Step 2: Removing the Side Extenders Remove the existing side extenders from your Walkin’ Wheels Rear Wheelchair and insert the Front Extenders with front legs attached. Be sure the extenders are Front extenders with attached so the legs are on the outside, front legs attached angling forward.
- Page 21 The Chin Bar attachment only has threads on one side of the bar. You will notice that the bar with the large holes has no thread. That is the side the screw needs to feed through. The front chin bar attachment only Threads has threads on one of the bars.
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Page 22: Putting Your Dog Into The Fully Supportive (Quad) Wheelchair
We suggest that you view the video on our website for some ideas, found at this link: www.WalkinPets.com/instructional- videos-large-fully-supportive-dog-wheelchair Height – Set the height so that the dog’s toe pads are touching the ground. Extenders need to be parallel to the ground. -
Page 23: Wear, Maintenance, Liability & Guarantee
Limited Liability ® Walkin’ Wheels is provided as a walking aid for animals that are under the care of a veterinarian and for which a dog wheelchair has been recommended. Wheels for Pets, LLC, and its affiliates, agents, and distributors make no representation to the effectiveness or appropriateness of this product. -
Page 24: Optional Items And Accessories
Optional Items and Accessories The Buddy Up ™ Harness https:// WalkinPets.com / buddy-up- harness/ The Buddy Up™ Harness gives your pet the full body support they need to stay active. Safely lift and support your pet into the car, up the stairs, or to go outside. - Page 25 Mayzie Front and Rear No-Knuckling Training Socks www.WalkinPets.com/ no-knuckling-training-sock The No-Knuckling Training Sock should be used as a temporary training tool. It is intended for short-term, multiple use to help correct gait and improve paw placement. Walkin’ Belly Support ® www.WalkinPets.com/walkin-belly-support ®...
- Page 26 Walkin’ Wheelchair Leash ® www.WalkinPets.com/walkin-wheelchair-leash The Walkin’ Wheelchair Leash attaches easily to Walkin’ Wheels wheelchairs to help control and guide your dog. It may also be used to walk two dogs at the same time (without wheelchairs). ® Walkin’ Scooter www.WalkinPets.com/walkin-scooter The Walkin’...
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Page 27: Handicapped Pets Foundation
Tilly Handicapped Pets Foundation www.hpets.org The Handicapped Pets Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corpora- tion dedicated to the health and well-being of elderly, disabled, and injured pets. Its mission is to extend the life of pets by helping them move so that they can get the exercise they need to live long, happy, healthy lives;... - Page 28 Molly Ryeley Be Moving Be Happy Rudolpho Chester Beanz Be Amazed Be Together Miracles In Motion 105 Rt 101A, Suite 18 • Amherst, NH 03031 (888) 253-0777 • WalkinPets.com Patents: US 7549398 • Japan 5385584 • Canada 2641092 • EPO 2 050 418 Trademarks: Walkin’...