Walkin` Wheels® Mini Owner`s Manual
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1. RANY N gt i Walkin Wheels Mini Owner s Manual With instructions for optional 4 wheel adapter Walkin Wheels is a registered trademark of Wheels for Pets LLC US Patent 7 549 398 Canada 2 641 092 Euro 2050418 Japan 5385584 other patents pending HandicappedPets com 105 Rt 101A Suite 18 Amherst NH 03031 603 577 8854 Thank you for purchasing VValkin VVheels Mini dog wheelchair Questions or comments Call us 603 577 8854 or email us at messages HandicappedPets com Contents Parts of the Walkin W heels Mini Dog 3 OS 4 To measure the fold of flank g rana E E uba 4 Tips to teach your dog touse Walkin Wheels 4 0106 O ii 5 P tthe front on yonr pe a a qal 5 Rest support Lee 6 10 11 011112 10 liy iin re 6 Now you are ready to put your dog into the Hi 7 iii ii n 7 iti 7 l nen n n b n 7 8 b sb 8 17 16 71166 properly 9 Optional Insert set screws for stabil aaa 9 Freeguemily Asked o i m u 10 lz asaq L 2 Short LOBYA alsan 10 12 Adjusting he 12 Ph cc 12 Amputee cover optional purchase see pg 172. 13 Hullsibpbor El 13 Instructions for Mini Front Walkin Wheel A E ee 7 Fen 13 Parts of the Frout Wheel a 14 Wear maintenance lability and y n Ol a 15 Kolilo 16 Goloni rm n ACCC SS recesses a s ionun 16 Walkin VV heels Mini User Manual 2014 Parts of the Walkin Wheels Mini Dog Wheelchair Aluminum wheelchair frame Instruction Video and Extra 7 Connector for with extenders connector and just for fun movies wider dogs knuckle attached 2 Tool kit for stability Leg Rings for rear support Belly Belt for mid support of the wheelchair use if needed Stirrups to keep the feet from 4 foam wheels on 6 struts other Front Harness with dragging if needed wheels were added if needed see comfort sleeves Wheel Strut options next page For replacement parts see the website http www handicappedpets com spare parts html Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 3 VVheel Strut options All Mini wheelchairs come standard with 4 wheels on 6 struts This will fit dogs with a fold of flank from 3 to 7 For dogs taller than 7 or heavier than 20 Ibs your order included a second set of wheels This wheelchair is compatible with 4 or 8 wheels and 9 or 11 struts for additional height If you received an additional wheel strut assembly it is correct for your dogs height weight To measure the
3. any rattling noises The set screws also keep the wheelchair tight after it has been adjusted for your dog using the Allen key included in tool kit Do not over tighten When you tighten up the wheelchair the side arms called extenders will be able to move up and down as your pet turns corners This is completely normal The flexibility also allows for ease of movement on uneven terrain There are six places to put the set screws using the Allen Key Bottom of Leg inside Side of Frame Back of Frame Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 9 ps O Frequently Asked Questions Why does my dog walk backwards Animals use their back legs to move forward and their front legs to stop It is normal therefore for the dog to push back on the front legs and move backwards With encouragement they quickly learn to move by pulling themselves forward with their front legs Use the training tips to help your pet adjust Can they do their business in the wheelchair Pets are able to urinate and defecate while in the wheelchair without soiling themselves They will do this standing up and do not need to squat or lift a leg Why is my dog getting upset Remain quiet and move slowly when putting on the wheelchair for the first time Give him her lots of stroking and reassurance Good treats help too Let your pet get used to the front harness before attaching it to the wheelchair Can I let my dog run loose Remain in control of the anima
4. at least 12 on each side of the hips The width adjustment will be determined by the widest part of the dog which is usually the chest The width connector that is attached to the frame is 4 long and will extend to 6 5 If you need additional width we have also included a 7 connector that adjusts to 9 Remove the 4 connector and replace it with the 7 connector If you need even more width please call Handicappedpets com to order the 10 connector or order from our spare parts listing WWC10 Mini www handicappedpets com spare parts 8 Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 yr Is the wheelchair adjusted properly When the wheelchair is adjusted properly the animal stands in a natural position Here is what to check e Knuckles A should be in line with the hips e Front harness D Ring clips clip into extenders behind shoulder blade Back should be straight e Extenders C parallel to the ground and do not go past the front legs e Rear leg rings cradle hind quarters to form a saddle If you are unsure whether the wheelchair is fitted properly please email a rear view and side view photograph of your dog in the wheelchair to messages handicappedpets com and we will review the fitting Make sure you include the name the wheelchair was ordered under and your phone number Optional Insert set screws for stability Using the set screws will tighten up your wheelchair and stop
5. bruises or sensitive paws These pet boots are comfortable water resistant and fashionable www handicappedpets com walkin wheels boots Walkin Pet Boots and Stirrup Replacement Kit Combining the Walkin Pet Boots with our stirrup adapter provides the most comfortable wheelchair experience for your Handicapped Pet www handicappedpets com walkin wheels stirrupkit Amputee Cover The amputee cover is for pets with a smooth amputation that does not have a stump suitable for use of the full leg ring harness The cover slips over the leg ring to close off one side for comfort www handicappedpets com amputee legringcover License Plate for Walkin Wheels Wheelchair Keep it Legal For on and off road use you can purchase a license plate for your dogs Walkin Wheels dog wheelchair Choose from a variety of different dog breeds or upload your very own photo for a custom license plate The license plate can be placed on the back of the dog wheelchair to make the perfect accessory to personalize your Walkin Wheels dog wheelchair www handicappedpets com photo licenseplate Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 17 NOTES 18 Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 This page intentionally left blank Love the stories Take a look at the best selling dog wheelchair book ever Miracle Dogs Adventures on Wheels by Sandy Johnson Available on our website or at Amazon com ADVEN
6. to shoulder socket screws located on the outside of the wheelchair e B Struts and Legs 2 The silver strut will fit inside the wheelchair leg on the frame Adjust the height by using the push button on the strut e 1 Leg Adapters 2 The strut wheel caster adapters are only for the 3 caster wheels The caster adapters are marked with a raised L or R to in dicate the legs are installed on the correct side The raised L or R will face the inside of the wheelchair with you standing behind the wheelchair e 2 Struts and wheels 2 Strut attached to 2 wheel which is for shorter dogs like Dachshunds e D Front Leg Rings 1 set The front leg rings are installed just like the rear leg rings The straps go over the frame Insert the black plastic clip onto the shoulder socket screw and push upward You will hear a click when it is locked into place Leg rings should look like two Cs and not two V s The legs will go inside each ring to support his her body in the front To remove the Leg Rings put your thumb on the circle and pull down Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 Note Make sure the extenders are parallel to the ground by adjusting the height There is no chin bar for the mini wheelchair only larger models have one Side View Front View bandi m mini frontwheel hmen Wear maintenance liability and guarantee Maintenance With proper use and maintenance the wheelchair i
7. will issue a return material authorization number RMA See the website for the refund amount calculation If refurbishing is needed due to scratches or wear this will reduce your refund The RMA must be written on the outside of shipping box or a refund will not be considered Return Authorization Form REQUIRED for returns www handicappedpets com wheelchair return form Optional items and accessories Walkin Wheels Mini Front Vest This vest is designed for smaller breeds of dogs with a broad chest such as dachshunds The wheelchair compatible vest is made of a durable neoprene material with Velcro enclosure on the belly and front of neck area www handicappedpets com walkin wheels mini front vest Walkin Lift Harness The Walkin Lift Harness is used to support your dog s hind quarters This harness is compatible with the Walkin Wheels Wheelchair and can be used instead of the Leg Rings This rear harness is great to use to assist your dog The clip in handles are used with this harness If you would like to purchase this harness see link below www handicappedpets com walkin wheels rear harness Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 O VValkin Pet Boots High quality stay on boots keep dogs from tracking dirt mud or snow into the house Helps injured disabled or elderly pets that drag their paws and provides confidence on slippery surfaces like hardwood floors Ideal for dogs with cuts
8. TURES ON WHEELS BY SANDY JOHNSON HandicappedPets com 105 Rt 101A Suite 18 Amherst NH 03031 603 577 8854
9. attached and the other side has Velcro strapping Both sides have a rope with a push button adjuster Figure A Figure B A Take the side with the tri glide Figure 1 and put the extender through the end loop B Take the rope and put inside the harness clip on the extender After you attach the front harness to the harness clip the rope vvill be secured his vvill keep the belt from sliding backwards Now adjust the belly belt so it is in the middle of the belly C Secure the other side over the extender and Velcro to bottom of belly belt The purpose of the belly belt is to provide support for your dogs mid section Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 Amputee cover optional purchase see pg 17 If your dog s leg has been amputated with no stump use the amputee cover that slips over the rear leg rings If there is a stump then the leg rings are used with the stump going inside one of the holes on the leg rings Full support 4 wheel wheelchair The Four Wheel Fully Supportive Dog Wheelchair is also called a Quad Wheelchair because it was originally used for quadriplegic dogs that could not walk at all Now though due to the unique adjustability of the Walkin Wheels a four wheel dog wheelchair can be used for dogs that can still walk but cannot support their full weight The Full Support dog wheelchair is also used in clinics and hospitals for massage acupuncture and other therapie
10. ed eye pads The rubber tubes on the stirrups need to be above the dog s hock Use the push lock to adjust to a snug fit The dog s leg should be about 3 off the ground You can adjust the length of the cord by re tying the knot If you use the stirrups use both Using only one stirrup causes the dog to feel unbalanced IMPORTANT When taking the dog out of the wheelchair make sure to release the stirrups FIRST Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 ps O Length Adfustment The front harness attaches to the extenders behind the shoulder blades Adjust the extenders side rails so they reach the harness clips on the front harness The extenders will go through the D rings and then clip into the front harness The end of the extenders should be at the center of the dog s shoulder blades The extenders should be touching the neoprene pads on the front harness and not pulling outward The extenders should be level to the ground If they tilt up then loosen the black strap on the front harness over the dog s back and tighten up the red chest strap If the extenders tilt down loosen the red chest strap and tighten the black strap over the dogs back The extenders should be level to the ground and in the middle of the dog s body Right Level Wrong Tilt UP Wrong Tilt DOWN Width Adjustment Use the snap buttons on the width connector to adjust the wheelchair to the proper width There should be
11. fold of flank of your pet The Fold of the Flank FOF is the thin piece of skin that connects the dog s upper rear leg to his body It looks like the webbing between a persons fingers Tips to teach your dog 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 her running and playing again It can happen that way but it doesn t always A wheelchair can be a major adjustment for an animal To some there is a strange device following him her around making odd noises and getting caught on furniture and doorways They will adapt to these changes but need a little time Sometimes they are put into the wheelchair and take off before you know it 1 When starting this process we suggest that you use really good treats like chicken hot dogs lunchmeat or cheese to reward your dog for positive re inforcement behavior Dog biscuits are usually not good enough for him her to get excited about You won t need to keep using these treats every day just in the beginning of the training process A hungry dog is a moti vated dog Work with your dog before you have fed him a meal He will be more eager to pay attention and earn the food reward if he is hungry 2 not immediately put your dog in the wheelchair Assemble the wheel chair and leave it in an area where your dog can see it smell it and touch it 3 he i
12. l s movements Keep him or her in a clear area at first and on a short leash if outside If your pet becomes frightened then disconnect the harness from the wheelchair and try again later How long should I keep my dog in the chair Until your pet gets used to using the Walkin Wheels limit the amount of time spent in it The Walkin Wheels is designed to allow your dog to get exercise and physical therapy Typically dogs cannot downin the wheelchair except for smaller breeds which can lay on a pillow to rest for a short amount of time The pillow will help support their back while in the wheelchair Your pet can be in the wheelchair for up to an hour and then will need to be taken out to rest Increasing Height Short Legs Long Legs As shipped your wheelchair will fit most small pets However there is an additional adjustment that can be made to further increase the height The legs can be in the LONG LEGS or SHORT LEGS position Wheelchairs are typically shipped with the wheels in the SHORT LEGS position A Phillips head screwdriver is needed to make this adjustment Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 There is a detailed HOVV TO video on the DVD and on the vvebsite www handicappedpets com mini leg adjustment The Short Leg Position Remove the knuckle re position Long Leg position the leg that holds the wheel To change the position of the leg 1 Remove the set screw and the wheel
13. ned at the shoulders The RED strap goes under the dog s chest behind the front legs then clips into the harness on the side For convenience you can remove the comfort sleeves to get the straps snug on your dog The excess strapping will be tucked into the comfort sleeves If the comfort sleeves are too long you can cut them in half Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 6 Rear Support Leg Rings This is your support for the dogs hind quarters It will take the weight off your pets legs but still allow him her to use them to develop muscle The leg rings need to be fairly tight to create a firm seat or saddle for the dog The leg rings should hang no lower than 1 inch below the frame When the dog is in the leg rings the black knuckle should be at mid hip level The leg rings should look like two Cs and not two V s with the center connector holding them together The excess strapping could be criss crossed over the dogs back or Velcro the sides together to make handles The Velcro center connector can be moved forward or backward to avoid putting pressure on the dog s genitals ideal for intact dogs In addition the Velcro connector can be wrapped loosely so there is space between the rings The Velcro center connector MUST be used Adjust for best comfort and fit Clip the leg rings to the wheelchair The leg ring straps go OVER the frame as shown on figure 1 The black plastic harnes
14. s The front wheel attachment can be purchased separately if you need four wheeled support in the future Instead of using the extenders that come with the rear wheelchair you will use the extender set that comes with the front attachment kit You will not need to use the front harness that comes with the rear wheelchair Instead you will be using the leg rings just like in the back for the front support Instructions for Mini Front Walkin Wheel Attachment The Walkin Wheels Front Wheel Attachment gives mobility to dogs with weakness in either the front legs or in all four legs It is ideal for helping disabled pets get exercise and for rehabilitation while they are healing Like the rest of Walkin Wheels products the mini front wheel extension is adjustable so it will fit the Walkin Wheels wheelchair for any size dog from 7 to 25 pounds and can be easily removed at any time Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 13 ps6s6 Parts of the Front VVheel Attachment The front wheel kit attachment is easy to assemble and snap into the wheelchair The package contains e A Left and Right Length Extenders 2 These replace the length extenders that originally came with your Walkin Wheels Rear Wheelchair The front knuckles will have a white label with left front or right front Position the extenders so the shoulder socket screws will be on the outside of the wheelchair The front leg rings attach
15. s clips figure 2 have a slot that fits over the shoulder socket screws Put your thumb into the round circle and push upward to lock down to release you will hear it click into place The round circle will face the ground The dog s legs go through each ring figures 3 and 4 The rubber tubing can be cut shorter if needed do not cut the strapping The excess Velcro strapping can cross over the dog s back Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Walkin VV heels Mini User Manual 2014 ps O Novv you are ready to put your dog into the wheelchair Knuckles The black plastic pieces that connect the legs to the frame are called Knuckles The wheel struts that are attached to the wheel will fit up inside the leg and snap into place with the snap button on the strut Height Adjustment The correct height setting is based on the condition of the dog If the dog has some use of his her back legs then set the height so the dog s toe pads are on the ground The push buttons can easily be pushed in to change the height If the push button is inside the black knuckle you can use a pen or narrow object to go to the next button position If the paws are scraping on the ground or knuckling under put the legs in the stirrups or protect them with Walkin Pet Boots Stirrups Optional for paws that are dragging or knuckling under The stirrups attach to the back of the wheelchair on each silver metal loop also call
16. s comfortable near the wheelchair put the front harness on him and leave him alone for a while getting used to the feeling of the straps 4 Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 1 4 When your dog is comfortable try putting him in the leg ring support system and attach the front harness to the vvheelchair Give him a treat for positive association 5 After your dog is in the wheelchair hold the food reward right at his nose level Feed him several pieces Then you can move one foot backvvards again holding the food reward in front of you He should then walk to ward you to get the treat Before you know it he is walking in his Walkin Wheels Again give him a treat and positive praise 6 Workin very short 5 10 minute sessions several times a day Give your dog rest periods between each session Getting Started Your Walkin Wheels mini package contains everything you need to fit your small pet In most cases all you will need to do is snap in the wheel struts clip in the rear leg rings and fit the front harness on the dog and go If you need help there are instructions on your DVD or you can call us Use the snap buttons to adjust the height width and length of the wheelchair You may need to use a pen or other narrow object to push the snap buttons into place Put the front harness on your pet The dog s head goes between the two BLACK straps The side panels will be positio
17. s designed to last a lifetime The wheels will wear out but are easily replaced If you need replacement parts they may be purchased at HandicappedPets com In addition the stickers on the side may fade or develop scratches but this will not detract from the usefulness or resale value of the wheelchair The wheelchair will not rust If dirt or sand gets inside the wheelchair you can hose it off All components can be removed and cleaned Oiling is not necessary 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 Wheel for Pets LLC and its afhliates agents and distributors make no representation to the effectiveness or appropriateness of this product Guarantee Walkin Wheels is guaranteed by the manufacturer Wheels for Pets LLC for five years from the date of purchase against defects in material or workmanship of the frame with the exception of normal wear and tear of the harness and wheels If something breaks please let us know and we will repair or replace the wheelchair at our option You are responsible for all shipping charges Warranty is non transferable Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 15 Return Policy If you try the wheelchair and it does not work for your pet because of the design or fit call us with 14 days from the day the wheelchair arrived If we can t correct it we
18. strut 2 Remove the knuckle with Phillips screwdriver keeping the screws and the washers in place 3 Reposition the leg on the high setting where you see the two holes on the inside of the leg 4 Align the knuckle and re tighten the screws in the knuckle Make sure to keep the washers in place inside the screws Make sure the small black block doesn t go back upside down small black block Adjust one side at a time because the Left and Right knuckles are different Note You will see an L or R inside the plastic knuckle block to indicate the correct position Walkin Wheels Mini User Manual 2014 Troubleshooting The knuckle parts fit together without force There is a left and right specific knuckle If your parts do not fit easily check that you have the correct left or right part Each part is labeled on the inside with an R or L Adjusting the Length Adjust the side extenders so that the D Ring on the Front Harness is behind the shoulder blade of the dog The extender should be touching the neoprene side panels on the Front Harness and NOT pulling outward Side extenders should not go past dogs front leg Belly Belt Some animals will need additional support under their belly You can tell the dog needs additional support if their spine bows downward or if dog is overweight or has any spinal or disc issues One end of the belly belt has a tri glide rectangular with bar in the middle
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