Description
Our rear support wheelchairs are designed to reduce some or all of the weight bearing on a dog’s hind legs. Your dog’s rear legs can be left down if they’re still mobile with adjustable weight bearing or held up in the rear slings if totally immobile. Let slings come standard with all of our rear support wheelchairs.
Our wheelchairs or carts have been shown to slow the progression of virtually all spinal diseases. As soon as pets start to show signs of knuckling over on the rear paws or rear limb weakness, it is time to evaluate for our rear support cart which will still allow them full mobility in the rear end, but take most of the weight bearing off of the rear joints and spine which greatly reduces the overall stress on the body. Front support can be added at any time down the road if needed.
Our carts were originally designed for rehabilitation in post surgical care for pets with back, knee, and hip surgery as well as older pets and long term mobility solutions. The height of the cart is set so the rear paws are flat on the ground with the rear legs at full extension. This allows full use of the rear legs while in the cart with minimal weight bearing. The height of the cart can be adjusted gradually as well to add more weight bearing as recovery takes place.
Our carts are the lightest weight on the market and perfectly balanced, so there is no added stress to the front legs or spine. The frame of the cart is designed to hold the back in alignment and prevent any further injury.
Features & Benefits of the Rear Support Dog Wheelchair
- Custom Made in USA *.
- Guaranteed to Fit.
- Fully Adjustable in Height, Length, and Width.
- Lightest Wheelchair Available.
- Front Support can be added at any time with a Front Support Kit.
- Adjustable Rear Limb Weight Bearing for Rehabilitation.
- Relieves Stress and Promotes Decompression of the Spine.
- Adjustable Support System.
- Proven Rehabilitation Results.
- All parts are included with purchase; including leg slings.
- Unlimited Support and Wheelchair Fitting Advice from our Professional Staff.
Recommended Conditions
Degenerative Myelopathy, Ruptured Disc, Spinal Trauma, IVDD, Hip Dysplasia, Arthritis, Old Age, Rear Amputees, Post Surgical Rehab for Disc, Knee, and Hip Surgery.
How does the Rental Program Work?
- The program is a rent-to-own program broken down into 3 two week periods. You do not have to rent for the entire term and you can return the cart if needed at anytime.
- You pay the initial 2 week rental fee plus your shipping cost. Every rental payment is removed from the overall cost of your wheelchair as payments are made.
- We ship you out a custom built, fully adjustable, guaranteed to fit, wheelchair from our USA production location.
- Your 2 week rental period starts the day you receive your wheelchair.
- Within 48 hours of your rental expiring; please call or email us and choose whether to rent the wheelchair for another 2 weeks, return if needed, or you can pay off the remaining balance at anytime. Wheelchair rental payments are non refundable and after the final payment is made; your wheelchair is now yours to keep. *Please note the Rental Program is only available within the continental United States and Canada.
- All wheelchair rentals may include used parts from previous rentals with minor cosmetic blemishes; this will not effect the functionality in any way. Every rental is still custom built and includes new straps and support system.
Pricing Information Charts for all Wheelchair Rentals.
Warranty and Support
Every rear support wheelchair is custom made in the USA for each patient. We’ve perfected the design of our wheelchairs with the knowledge of an experienced staff. In fact, K9 Carts was founded by veterinarians in 1961.
We share that knowledge with our clients all the time. When we take on a new client, we know that we’re starting a relationship with them. A client’s relationship with K9 Carts doesn’t end when the wheelchair ships. We offer ongoing, unlimited support to our clients: You can ask us for help or advice for as long as your dog uses the wheelchair.
Emme –
We are so happy with our K9Cart. It has made a worlds of difference for our sweet 13 year old golden retriever. She has an inoperable tumor that presses on her spine causing some dysfunction to her hind legs. She is able to have her freedom again. And I swear it’s even rehabilitating her where she is stronger since we got it.
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K9 Carts (verified owner) –
Thank you very much for the wonderful news about your Golden Retriever doing so well with her cart. Bringing more mobility to pets and really making a difference in their lives is our mission here at K9 Carts!
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Kelly (verified owner) –
Wheelchair is fantastic! K9 Carts has been so helpful in supporting me to ensure my dog is fitted properly. Within 3 days of using the chair, my dog has been able to wobble on his own. I am so relieved and thankful for this company!
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K9 Carts (verified owner) –
Thank you Kelly. We very happy to hear that your dog’s K9 Cart has been so beneficial for his rehabilitation. Our main goal of course is to bring as many pets back to walking as possible. Our Carts are a proven rehabilitation device as we have seen countless times over the years.
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Question
Pete Smith –
what to do when the dog wants to lie down? Is this just for walks?
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K9 Carts (verified owner) –
Hello Pete. Excellent question. Smaller pets like Dachshunds and Corgis can lay down in their front end while in the cart because of their short height. This is perfectly fine for their health. Taller dogs, around 16″ and up we recommend to take the pet out of the cart to rest; however, we do have some clients setup an elevated platform for larger dogs to rest their front end on which keeps their spine straight which works quite well.
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Delaney Feighan (verified owner) –
This was a great purchase. We did the rental, but are thinking of buying depending on our dog’s recovery. They were able to produce and ship it out very quickly, and the instructions were so helpful in putting it together and making adjustments once it arrived. Our dog, one that is terrified of wheels, didn’t even have a problem with it! Highly recommend.
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K9 Carts (verified owner) –
Thank you Delaney for the wonderful feedback on Eli’s use of his cart. We also could not be happier for his prognosis now and the ability to assist him with mobility once again!
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Kathy –
I just wanted to send a message of appreciation to K9 Carts for making such great carts to help pups in need. We recently connected with Corgiaid to rent a cart for our corgi with DM and corresponded with you about a purchasing replacement rear block which we received and installed. I just wanted to let you know our corgi loves going for walks in his cart and is so comfortable in it. I doubted how he would handle the hilly gravel terrain in our neighborhood but no problem. I almost gave him a pile of treats when he first pooped while in his cart! He still uses his hind legs some but the cart lets him function almost normally and he is so happy while in it. Just wanted to pass on my gratitude!
Odie and I thank you!”
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Question
EVELYN A BOLDT –
CAN HE GO UP MALL 4 IN STEP WITH THIS PRODUCT. OR CAN I LIFT BACK OF CART SO HE CAN?
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Glenn Parkes (verified owner) –
Hello Evelyn. Our carts can do down a couple of small steps quite easily and the rear of the cart does work to assist pets both up and down steps.
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Glenn –
Will my extra large male dog be able to relieve himself while in the cart
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K9 Carts –
Thank you for reaching out Glenn. Yes, our support system is designed to allow both male and female pets to be able to urinate and defecate freely while in the cart.
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Jennifer –
Lily is doing amazing in her new K9cart! Thank you so much!
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Byron –
This wheelchair has been very beneficial to my dog’s recovery. We use it as a rehabilitation tool, and he is beginning to walk on his own again! Thank you, K9 Carts!
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Betsy –
I have to admit I bought a less expensive cart for my Corgi. After a snap broke, the adjustment kept shifting and the wheels got shaky I ordered the K9 Cart which is what I should have done in the first place.
Easy to put together, easy to put her in, sturdy enough for our dirt road and woods trails. She chases chipmunks and balls. She got ahead of me one day and I found her happily soaking in her favorite brook.
Thank you for such a great product! – Betsy
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Ken Holmes –
I have a Corgi with Multiple Myelopathy and she is now beginning to drag her back legs. Wil this cart keep her legs up enough so they wont drag? She is going on 14 and in great health other that.Thanks for your help!
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Tom G. –
Wonderful program to decide if a cart is right for my dog right now. Thanks!
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Pepper –
Thank you for reviewing the pictures and for taking the time to analyze the fit. You’ve given excellent service and I’m confident you’ll help if I have any other problems. Again, thank you, Pepper
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Matilda L –
It took a couple of days for my dog to get used to his rear support wheelchair. After lots of encouragement, he is finally getting the hang of it, and he does appear to be a bit happier now.
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Mitchell –
Very affordable. Happy to know that it is a convertible cart, so if I need to I can order the parts to make it a full support cart.
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Tayla –
Very simple and easy to use dog wheelchair. When I had trouble putting the cart together, I called up the company and they were very helpful in assisting me over the phone and through email.
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Gabrielle –
Very easy to use and affordable
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Staci H –
I received the cart today. Thank you so much! We are very pleased with craftsmanship. Our little Harley will be zooming around in no time. Keep up the good work. Thanks again.
Staci H
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Jade –
Shipping was quick, assembly easy, and my dog loves it.
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Emily –
Jake was uncertain of the wheelchair at first, but after a couple of minutes he was off running!
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Trudy K –
Many thanks for the prompt arrival of Connie’s wheels we are now able to go for our long walks again which is just a joy for both of us!
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Luke –
I was apprehensive of having to take all the measurements that are needed. However, when I received the wheelchair and put it together, my puppy fit into it perfectly. Now he is running around again, which he hasn’t be able to do for a couple weeks!
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David –
Thank you so much for allowing Zoey to run and play again. – David
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Jeanne –
Very lightweight! I was amazed!
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Eliott L. –
I had to make a couple minor adjustments when we got it, but now that May is comfy in her cart she is running all over the place. We went for a hike the other day, and she had no problem going up or down the hills. May kept up with our other dog with no problem.
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Diana –
Blue is doing awesome! You’re wheels have given her a second chance of a great life. .sniffing her way through our new neighborhood! She is a very happy doggie! We can’t thank you enough! I am asked almost everyday on our walks where I got those wheels and I give people your name!
Diana
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Deborah –
Onyx continues to do well in her K9 cart. Onyx was trained in Schutzhund and holds Schutzhund and Show titles.
Although she can no longer perform a full Schutzhund routine in protection, she can enjoy chasing her tug. – Deborah
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Colin –
Her back legs are paralyzed, so your cart has been a real blessing for her, with few exceptions she can pretty much do whatever her sister can.
She loves her daily walk and is known in our neighborhood as “wheels”
She has had the cart for 3 years now and thanks to it she is mobile and leads a very active and full life.
Thank you for what you do – Colin
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Debbie B –
When he first put it on he ran to the neighbors excited. He never hesitates to put it on and checks out his old trees and poles in the neighborhood. Thanks for making this possible.
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Desiree, Jimmy, and Reggie –
Hi K9 Carts, we want to thank you for all that you have done for Reggie! He is getting very big very fast and is well on his way to being a happy young boy! The time we have had him, has truly been nothing short of spectacular. These special little guys have something big to teach us…. So thank you for all you have done for us and all that you do for others!
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Christine –
Just a quick note to say thank you for Bella’s new lease on life. I haven’t seen this smile in months. My strong , 55 lb Pittie girl was forced to slither around her world and now she can explore and chase birds and rabbits again. Best money I have ever spent!
Christine
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Sylvia –
We love this cart! This cart has helped rehabilitate my German Shepherd, his condition is definitely not deteriorating. The cart is great for taking him on extended walks and for him to be able to play around outside. Thank you K9 Carts for such a great product!
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Tamara F –
Guess what…Scooter has taken his first few steps after 1 year. They think he is spine walking. He still can’t get up well, but once he is up, if he is on carpet inside or ground outside he can walk several steps before tipping over.
I think the cart helped with this. I kept lowering the rear so he had to put more and more pressure on the legs and strengthen the muscles. His first few steps each time he rolls his knuckles but after a few steps he seems ok.
I wanted to share this…..
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Ibuki –
Was built and shipped fast. very happy.
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Chelsea –
This wheelchair has made my dog’s life 200x better.
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Richard –
Awesome product. The first time Lefty was in the cart he was chasing his packmates around the yard at full speed. The second day he went on a mile plus walk with some real good 5% grades. The cart is light, but very sturdy. The finish is excellent.
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Ted Stevens –
Thank you so much for the fast and friendly service. My dog thanks you as well.
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Adrian K –
My dog loves his wheelchair. It is so much easier to take him outside in his wheelchair to go to the bathroom.
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Theo –
This great product gave my dog an extra 17 months to enjoy life with us. He loved to go for walks again, and play with his sister. Once he became weaker in front, I called up K9 Carts and was able to add the front support to the cart, to give him extra assistance. Everyone at K9 Carts has been extremely helpful and understanding. I will highly recommend this product.
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Robert –
Very happy that my dog is now getting the exercise he couldn’t get before.
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Patrick –
We got this cart for my dog Jamie. He has been chasing his sister around all day. We used to have a different cart that was large, cumbersome, and difficult to use – this cart is simple, easy to use, and very lightweight. I am very happy with my purchase.
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May –
Words don’t even begin to describe how happy we are with this cart! Zeus is enjoying his nightly walks again! We are very happy and thankful for the great invention!
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Eliza –
Such a good product. Easy to put together and easy to put my dog in and out quickly. I have a small dog, so she is able to easily use her cart inside the house too, which is an added bonus. I’m just disappointed I hadn’t found K9 Carts sooner.
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Mackenzie D –
Easy to order. Easy to adjust. Easy to use. Love it!
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Matthew –
After being unable to walk for almost two weeks, my dog immediately took off with me down the sidewalk! After using the cart for a week, she is excited to see me get it ready so she can go on her walks. Very easy to assemble, and easy to understand instructions.
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Phillipe –
My dog loves her K9 Cart! It has made taking her out for walks so much easier. Whenever she sees the cart, she gets excited to go outside. She is so much happier now!
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Connor –
Great product, very affordable and easy to use
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Vincent –
This is a well-made item, made in the USA. Customer service is excellent.
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