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"Where do I find wheels if I choose the Dwanecart without wheels option?"

From a used kid BMX bike(s) often found at thrift stores; preferrably two front wheel types. A front and a rear wheel from a single bike will work, although it may look a little odd since they are a little different.

"Do these wheelchairs come with leg straps?"

"Does this wheelchair elevate the back legs from dragging?"

Although they are easy to adapt should you want to, our wheelchairs are typically tall enough to not require leg straps, so your dog's feet don't drag unless you want them to. Within the proper height range, the large wheels should provide adequate clearance.

"Do these wheelchairs come with front shoulder harness or straps?"

No. Adjusted properly, you do not need front straps. This is because 1-2 lbs of down load should be transferred to the front shoulders. If your dog is suffering from the advanced stages of DM or several other spinal problems, you can adjust these wheelchairs such that no load is placed on the front shoulders, but you would then need to employ a strap under the collar. A velcro strap, towel or belt would suffice, at a minimum. Please be sure to supervise your dog while using the Dwanecart in this configuration as stability may be compromized, particularly over rougher terrain.

"Can my dog poop in this wheelchair?"

It is possible for your dog to unobstructively deficate and urinate in these wheelchairs; however, not all do because they are not used to standing up while going. Every dog is different, each reacting likewise.

"If I choose to get a Dwanecart less wheels, can I use wheels with 5/16" diameter axles instead of the 3/8?".

It depends on the weight of your dog. We don't recommend using less than 3/8" diameter axles unless your dog weighs less than 45lb.

"Can this cart be used for a dog with a rear leg amputation?"

Yes, but we recommend contacting us first as we can make special supports to allow better comfort at no extra cost.

"How do I put my dog in this wheelchair?"

There is no concrete method, but here is one that often works well provided you remain within the limits of proper back care: configure the wheelchair into kickstand mode, and set it behind or beside your dog. Face your dog and put your arms around his/her belly. Lift the rear of the dog and set the legs through the padded rear saddle. Loosen the set screw and swing the forward part of the cart out of kickstand mode and over the dog's back. Connect the second telescoping tube and adjust length.