K-9 Orthotics & Prosthetics Inc
2616 Beaver Bank Rd B4G 1E6 Halifax, NS, Canada

On this sunny St. Patrick's Day Jeff and Oopsie are happy to consult via Facetime with a client on the other side of Canada.

[UPDATE ON MAKWA] In August of 2020, with thanks to so many of you, we were able to bring a cargo van full of supplies, for pets and people, to a northern commu...nity in Manitoba, that could put the items to good use, in partership with PAWSitive Pack Rescue. We welcomed 9 dogs from the community that needed our help most, and brought them back to Toronto with us. One of the medical cases was Makwa. A gentle giant, that had his eye requiring removal, had bite wounds across his body, was missing part of his paw and was in overall declining health. We were able get him in for surgery the next day of our arrival back to Toronto, to have his eye removed, his neuter completed, his wounds tended too and found him the most amazing foster Dad, previous adopter Guy, who we knew would be a forever Dad, once Makwa's medical needs were met. You can learn more about his arrival HERE: www.facebook.com/MattiesPlaceToronto/posts/3442653615774529 In September, we began consultations for Makwa's paw, to get him fitted with a prosthetic. He's a big boy and walking on his stump was not going to be feasible long term. We decided to work with K-9 Orthotics & Prosthetics Inc through Toronto Orthopedic Services Ltd. to get Makwa his prosthetic. In November his custom prosthetic arrived and it was life changing for this boy, but it did require some adjustments over the past couple months to make it absolutely right. Yesterday, his fully completed prosthetic arrived, and this is the result .... a dog with a wagging tail ... a dog that runs .... a dog that is nose to the ground and full of life. This is truly a life changer for Makwa. He is a new dog and being back 100% on all 4's changed everything about this really sweet boy. It infused a new life energy in him, and the moment was uplifting to everyone. Happy life darling sweet boy. Run. Wag. Sniff. Be happy.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all. We would like to thank our many patrons, Vet Clinics and Doggy Parents for trusting us with your pet's needs. We have decided to close for a much needed Christmas break next week and will reopen on Jan 4th. All outstanding orders will be dealt with promptly in January. Please have a safe holiday season. Best wishes from Jeff, Dorothy, Jim and Kerri.

Thank you Lindsay very much for the kind words!

Covid-19 Update: Thank you for liking our Facebook page. We understand that your pets are an important part of your life and may experience health issues which require bracing. We are currently operating with reduced staffing and have taken extra cleaning steps with products being shipped out. We are endeavouring to address all orders in a timely fashion. Please note that shipping times are not currently being guaranteed by the couriers, but products are still moving through the system. Please do not hesitate to contact us with your questions by phone or email. Any reduced hours will be noted on our phone message.

Wes does not mind the snow one little bit! This handsome fellow is having the time of his life running around in the fluff with some help from his carpal hyperextension brace. Isn't he handsome? <3

Here is a video from our partner Hodes, showing the difference between no brace, soft wrap and a custom made carpal orthosis for a collateral ligament tear. This is the orthosis design we both use for carpal ligament issues including hyperextension. Looking good Sjef!

It was nice meeting sweet Maggie and Sandra :) Look at what a happy girl she is!

Luna is a beautiful 9 month old Saint Bernard who had been diagnosed with hip dysplasia. Hip dysplasia is an abnormal formation of the hip socket that in more severe cases can cause lameness and painful arthritis. Some signs of hip dysplasia can be decreased range of motion, narrowing stance with the paws crossing under the body during movement, lameness in the hind end and a swayed and bunny hopping gait.... In Luna’s case her owners consulted an orthopedic surgeon who recommended bracing rather than surgery and as you can see in these photos, beautiful Luna is doing fantastic!

We are so happy to see videos like this! K9 Orthotics & Prosthetics working with so many people to make for a much happier Shazam!

Thanks for the love Sarah MacKeigan: Upward DOG: Rehab & Wellness !

Sweet Dash had been having some issues with his hips, and his wonderful owners wanting better for him decided to contact us and we are so very happy to have been able to help! Now that Dash has his hip orthosis he is able to go back to all his favorite activities! His owner is thrilled with how well he is doing and you can see for yourself in these photos, GO DASH!

Very interesting opinion article by Neil MacDonald of the #CBC. There is another option besides surgery or euthanasia! Orthopedic bracing for this condition can be very successful, keeping your dog healthy and active. The brace works by keeping the hips in proper configuration and not allowing them to dislocate. This in turn can minimize the swelling and pain associated with osteoarthritis. We use a free swinging mechanical joint, meaning that the muscles are not impeded. Ma...ny of our clients report significant muscle building in the hind end as the patient is able to exercise freely, as well as less reliance on pain medications. Downtime is very minimal as it usually takes the patient several days to a couple of weeks to become accustomed to the brace, as opposed to weeks of surgical recovery. As a bonus, we encourage patients, those who enjoy it, to swim while wearing the brace. The braces are also serviceable and should last several years. For younger dogs the brace may need replacing over time, but older dogs may only need the one brace over their lifetime. As with any therapy, whether it be surgical, pain medications, rehabilitation or orthopedics, what works for one may not be the best option for another. A combination of therapies may lead to the best outcome. We encourage you to ask questions and explore all the options. We work with your veterinarian or rehabilitation practitioner to ensure that this is the right option for your dog. CBC News

There is no stopping her now! Olive was dealing with carpal extension and required braces to support her. With the help of K9 O&P she can do all her favorite things again. Look how happy she is, Get that ball Olive!

There is no stopping her now! Olive was dealing with carpal hyperextension and required braces to support her. With the help of K9 Orthotics she can do all her favorite things again,look how happy she is! Get that ball Olive!

Hailey is loving her stifle brace from us and as you can see because she can swim with it on she is able to enjoy all her favorite summer activities! Looking good Hailey!

It has been a very busy week here at K9O&P and clearly we have exhausted the dogs!

We are very excited to have received our very own copy of Essential Facts of Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine in Companion Animals! Jeff and our office manager Dorothy were pleased to have been asked by Dr Marti Drum to collaborate on Chapter 20 The Use of Veterinary Orthotics and Prosthetics in Practice. Well done guys !