DIY Dog Wheelchair || How-To
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ต.ค. 2020
- JJJreact
To save time I just copied and pasted the original email I sent me neighbor, all the links are in there.
1.) Dog Harness : (x1) I picked this one because it is shaped like a triangle, just like the one in the photo, so it will be easy to sew on the clip to the side of the harness. Obviously you would know the size better than me and the color.
www.amazon.com/2PET-Harness-R...
2.) Pneumatic Hollow Wheels : (x2) I did a little research on the benefits of larger versus smaller wheels and they use larger wheels for a reason. Copy and pasted what I found out it is kinda interesting : "A larger diameter wheel (given the same sized axle) has more leverage between the edge and the axle, it therefore needs fewer turns for a given distance, and the resistance in the axle is reduced. This makes it “Faster” in the sense that less energy is required to overcome axle friction."
www.lowes.com/pd/Arnold-14-in...
3.) Tie Down Clips : (x1) These are for the clips in the back that get attached to the base that hold up the straps the back legs rest in. It's an 8 pack so I can also mount two on the back bar for if he ever gets to the point where the back legs need support the chair has an option for a rear hanger to hold up the legs and these could be used there as well.
www.amazon.com/dp/B079DQ55SH/...
4.)Side Release Buckle and Webbing : (x1)
www.amazon.com/Webbing-Plasti...
5.) 3/4 EMT, Conduit : (x1)
www.lowes.com/pd/Common-3-4-i...
6.) Single Socket Tee Connector : (x2) For mounting the wheels
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7.) Foam Tubing : (x1) This goes over the crossed straps for the back legs, so it's a little more comfortable against his skin/hips
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I knew you were one of us. Just standing around minding your own business and someone says they need something that costs to much or that no one makes etc.. and that's when it happens, a little switch go off and your eyes start to glow and your brain starts drawing pictures. You say to yourself I can make that. Not for fame and fortune(be nice) but for your self gratification. Nice job on the scooter hope pup runs the wheels off it.
Thank you sooo much… you are adding years of life to animals… sometimes economics plays a huge roll in tough decisions when your furry friend is up there in human years… my 14 year old boxer with neuropathy thanks you!!!!
You're an amazing person for sharing this. Our dog thanks you!
Thank you, this comment made my day!
Can you make another one 😅
Well done, and great video. Always interesting to see how people tackle diverse projects. Thumbs up and thanks for posting.
First off, the outcome for our dog after making one of these has been absolutely phenomenal. We have to force her to chill out because she wants to go all the time now.
A lesson learned. If you opt to use elbow couplings instead of bending the EMT, the typical cast zinc couplings are no good. One of them completely ripped apart yesterday and the other shows signs of being on its last legs. I see that the same people that sell the T couplings used for the wheels also sell a steel right angle coupling. I have ordered a couple of these to try.
Nice, thanks for sharing the hardware tip.
What a great neighbor you are! I am sure Duncan is great full, he certainly is cute as can be.
I like your ingenuity and creative problem solving! Great job!
Such a great video 🙌🏼 Thanks for such thorough instructions and links. Even the research about wheel size and drag effort requires to pull.
Interesting project, not something you see every day, I am sure your neighbours dog will be forever grateful, even if he doesn’t realise that at the moment 👍👍👍
You done a fantastic job on this. Such a good heart too. I really enjoyed watching this video. Thank you.
Awesome. Thanks for showing us the revision process. Also - love your vices!
great video really admire your doing that for your neighbour shows the kindess in your heart
Kudos to you for helping your neighbor and their sweet dog.
Animal helpers get extra karma points.
Hi, it is great that you are making something for your neighbour, that epitomises the mind-set of makers like yourself. I hope the dog’s life is extended and he/she can enjoy the movement afforded to him/her by the walker.
Thanks!
Veramente commovente quello che fai per il piccolo sfortunato cagnolino. Brava, grazie 👍😘
Great job. Really enjoy seeing how you apply creativity, ingenuity and invention whether in wood or metal. Thank you for another interesting insight into a maker's world.
Thanks!
Duncan isn't grumpy, that's his smile of thanks! (tip: to prevent those wheels from cambering out, you could drill the "T" and put a bolt through it and the 3/4 conduit to prevent "swinging out". But its not bearing too much a load. ) Great work! Pet owners need more neighbors like you! You are like a Badger of All Trades!
Yeah I told him if he has a problem with the wheels more to much we could add a bolt just like the way you are describing to fix it.
Caitlin, this beautiful work you will see reflected in what the universe is going to give you, having thought and worked in a work to help others will be reflected in your life, even if it is a little animal, please remember this experience when See your future prosperous. A hug and don't forget.
Thanks man, thanks a very nice thing to say.
Heartwarming project Caitlin, thank you for sharing.
This is a wonderful video, thank you.
I don't have a workshop anymore (small apartment) so it is more practical for me to just buy the Walkin' Wheels, however, the quality of the cart you created is radically better. Plus the walkin' wheels ships completely unassembled with incredibly bad instructions for putting it together (the primary reason they get such a huge number of returns). It's a bit irksome that they charge that much and outsource virtually all the labor to the customer.
I am saving your video because even though I don't have the space to build my own dog cart from scratch there's a wealth of useful information to improve a ready made cart.
Thank you for taking the time to show this even though it's not your usual subject.I tried to build one like this myself with maker pipe and failed in my design but I really like yours for the simplicity.
Thanks. I really tired to not over complicate the design, and make it as easy as possible for someone without a lot of tools/and or building knowledge.
THANK YOU for this! My non-profit provides adaptive equipment to pets in my area, and I’ve been researching ways to start making my own-buying them new every time is extremely expensive. This will save my organization so much money. Thank you! 💜
No problem! Really happy you found use of this. Same thing happened to my neighbor the cost of the carts was just too high.
Great help thank you! Our Shar Pei has just gone in for emergency surgery on his knee so we don’t have time to wait to order one as they all take a few weeks to get to us. We’re hoping to build this over the weekend so he’ll be rockin and rolling ASAP and won’t blow his other knee in the process. Thanks for sharing this!
Our guy is just a bigger version of Duncan, super sweet too. Just want to smoosh that beautiful pudgy face 😀
Duncan and his sister Daisy are the sweetest pair in town! Hope everything works out with your little dude.
I just googled DIY dog mobility aid, I didn't realize you did wood working too awesome. My shop dog has DM. I'm going to subscribe
You have a great soul👍😊
I have a 10 year German Shepherd & he was diagnosed with Hip dysplasia & has left knee weakness. But otherwise he is great! He still loves food, playing ball, his walks & life itself! He is a very happy guy just does everything slow now! I want of these soo bad, I would pay anything thing for my fur-babies, I even got him 2 knee Braces for more support! But these wheelchairs are much more expensive for a 120lb German Shepherd even for my pet insurance! So Thank you soo much for your video on making one for Sergio!!
Please wish me Lots of Luck! 🤞You sure made it look so easy🥰 I will send you a picture of Sergio with my finish project👌
Pattie Ritchie
I hope the video helps, and I’m sure you can do it. And it doesn’t have to look pretty just functional! Ask me any questions that pop up.
@@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks Thanks again!
OK I finally just got all my items from Amazon & Lowes now so this weekend I'm going to try to put this together for my 10 year old German Shepherd Sergio! Now I wish you could do something for training wheels for an adult bike! I fell & broke my R hip 2 years ago & still little nervous to get back out on my bike! To buy them is very expensive also like my doggie wheelchair! If you come up with any good ideas please share! Thanks
My hubby Dave did it! Sergio is getting use to his wheelchair! Wish I could send you a pic of him in it!
I sent you a pic on Instagram of the wheelchair my husband made from your video! It turned out pretty good😍 Hope you saw it! Thanks again! Pattie Ritchie
Very interesting build. I'm sure your 4 legged neighbor is enjoying his new cart. Oh yeah, I see you got some new shoes.
Yeah I should have kept the old beat up ones, the new ones weren't cheap, and are the most uncomfortable pair of shoes I've ever worn. And I've worn heels!
You are brilliant in so many ways!
That's a generous compliment.
Thank you very much for making this video. My 13 year old German shepherd has the same condition and she's getting to the wobbly stage. I am definitely going to make one of these to see if we can get her to that next birthday.
Great job and explanation!
Well done!! Both with the video and comment section replies, you are a marvelous example of human compassion and ingenuity in action. Your gift is priceless for those who have monetary restrictions, and enables them to do something which helps the dog AND provides the pet's owner with pride of accomplishment by doing it themselves. Ultimately, when the price of a wheelchair product may cost as much as rent does for some folks, this low-cost instruction really saves more than one life in the long run - and perhaps may keep both an owner and the pet housed. I have certainly sacrificed and fudged my budget for my furry family members, and I know others would do whatever it takes and sometimes even put their own health and welfare at risk for a furry family member.
So thank you for your wonderful tutorial, for your expertise and your service in benefit to others. I was so impressed, I liked and subscribed - and I rarely do that for just anything or anyone. :)
Also, thank you to some other people for their helpful hints in the comment section. Great minds...collaborate!! Nice learning and community experience here, and thanks to all you good humans!!
Thanks for this comment. I really tried to design this to be functional and durable, yet easy to build for someone without a lot of building experience. All while trying to keep the cost down. Happy all that translates in the video. The comment section on TH-cam videos can often turn into cesspit's, but I agree this comment section is full of great advice.
You are, indeed, amazing!
Continuous creativity in artistic work, human duty and animal kindness, this indicates your humanity and your bright and gentle faces. I wish you great success while continuing creativity and brilliance.
Thanks!
This is amazing! Thank you❤
For the clamps that fit loosely, wrap the pipe with friction tape (if you can find it) or a strip of rubber.
Nicely done!
Thank you so much my dog has a broken leg and this has help her to go on walks
Wow, great video. Thanks so much! My 5 yr old GSD suddenly became paralyzed in his back end. The emergency vet isn't quite sure what is causing it, as nothing showed on his x-rays. 😢 They recommend using a sling, to help him get around, but that isn't working out so well. I think I will make one of these for him ❤
that sucks not knowing what’s going on.
I know 😢. I'm getting the materials gathered to get this built for him. I hope he will use it.
Excellent ! Well done you !
wow !! you're an angel!! thank you !
No problem, happy it helped you!
Great video!
Great video! I can't imagine why someone gave a thumbs down.
InstaBlaster.
Thank you for this video ❤
You are an absolute god send! Me and 14 yr old Sarah thank you!
Nice, hope it helps.
Wonderful video, please keeps us updated on the dog from time to time. Great job!
I will, he has a sister Daisy, they look exactly alike and are quite a pair walking around town!
Excellent! Incredibly helpful. I plan on making one using PVC for my Rottweiler, but I needed ideas for how to attach the harness and leg supports. This did the trick! Thanks for sharing!
So happy it helped!
Very cool!
A great idea to make one DiY
THEY WORK!!!!
That's really great
This is a great video for someone who has'nt much money and needs one for their dog. The only thing is, what is a person to do if they dont have all the right tools or if they just arent crafty the way you are? Keep up the good work.
Cool stuff.
Thank You❤
Thank you!
Thanks ..beautigul video ..
Thank you for this video. To me, in my search for a wheelchair for my lab, I noticed the prices are far too expensive. A wagon with at least twice as much in materials cost a fraction of the wheelchair price, but not a functional design for a dog. Someone shouldn’t have to feel stressed and take out a loan to have their beloved dog mobile again. Thanks again.
The price on those carts is obscene.
.Excellent Design and work. Lightweight, strong, custom fit. It would be possible to use *lightweight strong & instantly adjustable* aluminium crutches with a fixed back end section to make this design dog body length custom fit. Its a very commendable project but having seen other builds I'm thinking it'd be better for the wheels to be slightly chubbier like wheelbarrow wheels which can be bumped over anything; They're robust with low puncture rating. What do you think? Would they get in the way? I think the design needs to be slightly different for dogs with rear end disability rather than no legs at all.
Maravilhoso!!!
That’s good but HOW does your dog sit or go to the bathroom? I made one from a collapsible backpack/chair…so there is a hinge there the bars connect
Muito bem mesmo
Would you have more links for harnesses that you think would work well for this project? The current link says product is no longer available.
Hello a great video perfect from Germany 🇩🇪 👋👋👋Kai
Greetings from Pennsylvania!
I dont have access to a lot of the things you are using to implement this, its a great viedeo and a beautiful piece !!! just not something I can reproduce
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Did you post links for material? This video is great and Remi is definitely in need of one of these. Thank you
Yeah all the materials I used are linked in the description.
You are great
I love you video, I have a 10 year old English bulldog. He has osteosarcoma and has to have his right front leg amputated. So I’m looking at how to build a chair for the front limb. Any ideas on how to on how I could convert your project?
I’m sorry about your bulldog that sucks. I have seen these with the wheels in the front so yes it’s doable. You can build it like a walker in the front that the harness clips into.
Hi! Thanks for your video. I am in the process of making one now. Didn't quite work out as planned, needs to be tweaked.
Those leg loops look so uncomfortable, I tried to make fabric straps that I could unfasten then pull up through the dogs legs and Velcro over the pole....not so easy. 😣 My dog is 62 lbs and his front legs are painful so neither of us are going to be happy about lifting his rear in and out of those loops. I think I'm up to plan "G" by now. 😖
Maybe a cradle of sorts, similar to what you lay in for hang gliding?
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Would have been good seeing you measuring the dog and it’s expression
Nice job👌 from a dog lover
hahaha he doesn't like being on video!
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Take it from me wearing them 9 hours a day won’t buy any other😁
@@smudger3805 THanks for the tip! Unfortunately for my feet these weren't cheap so I'm not buying another pair. But, I'll remember that for the next time around. And, hopefully even though I've been wearing these for over a month and they still suck, eventually the leather loosens up a bit and they aren't as bad. But yeah never again with this brand.
My cavalier (20lbs) has DM. He doesn't mind his wheel chair, though can't use it on the grass. When playing along the side walk, he tends to flip himself over a lot while running and turning (suddenly), trying to go after the ball. How on earth do i keep him from tipping over? The wheel chair i got for him was from amazon, and does well for just walking, but then running and playing.. things get scary.
I would try and find a cheap pair of used training wheels. There is probably a way to attach them to the tire hub. That should help a lot. The problem is depending on how tall your tires are you might have to cut them down a little.
We got everything except the the harness fix that's the problem we are having exactly what part's beside the harness do we need to connect the harness to the rods on both side ? Please help ! I am not really good at technology if you would send me the website to buy the part's needed ! She need's it as soon as possible ! Thank You & God Bless ! 😇🙏🏻✝️💜🐕
All the links for the products I used are in the description of the video.
My brother's dog has DM also . Would you please text me what parts he would need to make this. And where he would have to buy them from Thank you & God Bless you. You did a beautiful project .
I have the links to everything I used in the description box. He should be able to just click on them and they will take to to a website. Full disclosure this build is a few years old at his point so hopefully all the links still work. Let me know if you have any problems.
A beautiful woman with a beautiful soul indeed! This is exactly what the Golden Rule means! You are living Matthew 7:12!
Bravissima Italia biutiful 🥰👍👍💯💯
This construction made from 3/4 conduit is for small dog will it work for my 95 lbs german shepard ?
I don't see why not. The wheels are what holds up the majority of the weight, so as long as the connection from the upper conduit to the leg that feeds the wheel is solid you should be fine.
Ok what I meant is if 3/4 conduit will hold his weight whilenhis back legs will be hanging on legs support which is attached to conduit, can I use the same t connector?
Thank you so much for this. My boy has degenerative myelopathy and it's time to build this for him.
Sorry to hear about that, hope this helps him to keep mobile.
What would be the dog size?
medium. But stocky.
very cool... (y)
I GOT ONE FOR MY BLIND PUG FOR $45!!!! BEST THING I EVER BOUGHT. I TAKE HIM OUT EVERY DAY. HE LIKES IT! ( HE CAN PEE AND #2 WITH IT). LITTLE FARTLETT!
Where were you able to find one? I need one for my dog and $45 is much more in my price range because I live on fixed income .
You said the dogs name was Duncan? I found this video when wanting to make a cart for my boy Duncan. Lol
Good luck with your Duncan!
jeanlewis# can you watch this
Complimenti bellissimo lavoro, peccato per l'idiota che ha messo il pollice giù
hahahahaha. Thanks!
Try pvc is much easier
I used metal on this because I designed this so it can be sized up or down based on the size of the person's pet. And, while I think PVC would work great for smaller breeds I didn't want to chance bowing issues on someone using this design for a say a 90lb dog. If that dog has little mobility and you are relying on the cart holding up most of the weight, PVC is not a good choice in that circumstance.
These companies are price gouging. Are you kidding? It is too pricey for the actual materials and labor. Then the harness included is mediocre and you can’t hook a leash to it to walk your dog. They expect you to put a collar with the vest? I had to pay $48 for the small vest with the metal D ring. This is for a small dog . $300 total. Thankfully the wheelchair was on sale $50. cheaper. And they offer a parts warranty for $50. I bunch of thieves preying on people with dogs who are suffering something very traumatic for the pet as well as the owner.
I don't disagree with you. But I also don't have any personal experience with any of these companies and originally would have liked to think people wouldn't mark up prices intentionally, knowing people are willing to pay because they love their pets. But, your experience sounds exactly like why I decided to spend the time making this. And that is because I knew it could be done by people with a little know how at a much cheaper price. Your experience sounds very frustrating and I hope things worked out man.