Washable Wonders Dog Diapers are NOW AVAILABLE – click here

Our testing has wrapped up and we have begun production of our eco-friendly washable dog diapers. If you would like to be one of the first to be notified when our Washable Wonders™ are available for purchase and you would like to earn yourself a 10% discount, please sign up for our waiting list below.

In addition, feel free to watch the video to see the diapers in action – we have a full diaper style and a male wrap. Each diaper has a range of sizes to fit teacup all the way up to the largest breeds. The diapers themselves have an absorbent microfiber liner and a waterproof soft PUL outer fabric. We will also be selling washable inserts for those dogs that need extra absorbency.

I am very excited to announce that we are now offering the Walkin’ Wheels™ adjustable dog wheelchair on www.DogQuality.com. This product by Handicapped Pets is currently being sold in the United States, but until now has not been sold within Canada. We are very happy to be the company bringing this life changing product to Canadian owners, so they can give mobility back to their older dogs.

I will be doing a video review of this dog wheelchair in the coming weeks, but I wanted to give you a bit of an overview for those currently researching dog wheelchairs for their older, injured or disabled dogs. This dog wheelchair works for dog’s who are paralyzed, but also for dogs who still have mobility in their rear legs who need help to walk.

Here are just a few reasons why we are so excited about the Walkin’ Wheels dog wheelchair:

It’s adjustable – Senior dog owners no longer have to worry about taking 8-12 different measurements to custom fit the wheelchair for their dog. Also measurements are often difficult to take when your dog has difficulty standing, making this process quite challenging. The Walkin’ Wheels dog wheelchair requires one measurement; the groin to the floor, and even then you don’t have to be exact. Not only is this more convenient, but it also takes the pressure off. I speak with owners everyday who express concerns that they have taken the incorrect measurements. A dog wheelchair is a big investment and the last thing you want is a dog wheelchair that doesn’t fit properly.

No lifting of your dog required – If you have a large dog then you will appreciate the fact that with this dog wheelchair you do not have to lift your dog into the rear leg holders like in the custom fit carts. Instead you can fit the appropriate harness and leg rings onto your dog and then attach these to the wheelchair.

Rugged frame and wheels – Despite the adjustable nature of this dog wheelchair, the Walkin’ Wheels frame is solid, making it the ultimate all-terrain dog wheelchair. To give you even more ruggedness, owners can select air-filled tires to give maximum durability and a smooth ride across multiple terrain types.

Great re-sale value – Due to the fact that this dog wheelchair is adjustable it means that it can be sold very easily if your dog no longer requires it. If shorter or taller wheels are required these can be purchased separately without the need to replace the entire dog cart.

Well these are just a few of the reasons we are excited to be bringing the Walkin’ Wheels dog wheelchair to Canadian owners ….more to come as we take a look at this dog cart in action, up close and personal.

For more information please visit: DogQuality.com

Ann-Marie Fleming is the Founder of DogQuality.com, a site focused on products that help older dogs enjoy life.

Over the past few months we at DogQuality.com have been hard at work developing a new line of eco-friendly washable dog diapers. The motivation for these products was based on consistent feedback received from senior dog owners who have been frustrated with the dog diapers currently on the market.

Key issues include:

• Disposable dog diapers can be expensive since an older dog struggling with incontinence and bowel trouble will often go through multiple diapers each day.
• The current washable dog diapers available today are more like diaper covers since they require an owner to insert a disposable pad to provide the necessary absorbency. Inserting a pad can also be expensive and is not very comfortable for your dog.
• Using disposable products rather than reusable can be extremely damaging to the environment. Disposable diapers and pads, just like disposable baby diapers, typically end up in landfills and have been estimated to take 250-500 years to decompose according to a study by the Women’s Environmental Network. Yikes!

Taking in all this feedback we wanted to create a truly environmentally friendly, comfortable, absorbent, waterproof and cost effective solution for dealing with dog incontinence and bowel troubles. As a result, we created the Washable Wonders™, self-absorbent, reusable dog diapers which do not require a pad insert because of a super soft and extremely absorbent microfiber lining, which holds up to 7 times its weight in liquid. The diaper’s outer shell is made of  a waterproof  PUL material which will keep your carpets and furniture dry.  So soft and comfortable for your dog and so effective for your peace of mind. These dog diapers will come in a variety of sizes to fit small, medium and large dogs.

We have created two styles of the Washable Wonders™ – a full diaper style and a male wrap design. Initial testing has been completed and further modifications have been made based on the results. We are currently in customer trials. We have 12 customers with dogs (male and female) suffering from incontinence helping us with the final round of testing.  Final modifications will be made based on their feedback to ensure that we bring the best dog diapers to market.

I hope you are getting as excited as I am about the help these diapers will give to owners and dogs alike.

Here is a sneak peek at the diapers:

As dogs get older and face issues such as arthritis and joint weakness, owners need to be aware that their dog is at risk of injury when they are jumping down from furniture such as couches or beds. In addition, it is important to understand that climbing onto these same areas will become more difficult for dogs as they get into their later years. Dog steps can be just the answer as they allow older dogs to climb without straining their joints and descend without the need to jump.

We had the opportunity to do a side-by-side review of two popular dog steps currently on the market. Doggy Steps from the As Seen on TV brand and Pet Gear’s Soft Steps.

There are noticeable differences between the two products starting with price. The As Seen on TV Doggy Steps are approximately $35 CDN compared to Pet Gear’s which run around $75 CDN. The expression ‘you get what you pay for’ was running through my head as I could not help but notice how flimsy the Doggy Steps were next to the sturdy Pet Gear dog stairs.

The Doggy Steps can handle dogs up to 70 lbs, but I would feel a bit safer if only small lightweight dogs used these stairs as the lack of stability was worrisome. The Pet Gear product with its wider steps has a maximum weight capacity of 150 lbs, something I personally put to the test

The size of the steps was also very different between the two products. The Doggy Steps measure 18″Lx14″Wx12″H while the Pet Gear dog steps come in much taller and wider at 22.5″L x 16″W x 16″H.

Both products have an underneath rubber that allows the dog steps to grip even the most slippery floors such as hardwood or tile. In terms of colour selection, the Doggy Steps only come in the creme colour while the Pet Gear dog steps come in Blue, Burgundy, Coffee and Leopard.

Overall, there is a dog and a situation to suit both products so each owner needs to make the decision according to their dog’s needs and the physical surroundings. Small dogs can certainly benefit from the Doggy Steps which are especially useful when budget and room size are an issue. The Pet Gear steps are definitely of a higher quality and therefore the better choice for heavier, bigger dogs or small dogs that like to fit their whole body on each step as they climb.

The most important thing to decide is whether it is time to give your dog an easier way to climb onto and down from couches and beds to help keep them safe from injury, while continuing to give them access to some of their favourite places around the house. For more info on dog steps please visit: DogQuality.com

Have you used dog steps for your senior dog? If so we’d love to hear about your experience.

Ann-Marie Fleming is the Founder of www.DogQuality.com, a site focused on products that help older dogs enjoy life.

We put these dog socks with grips to the test to see how helpful they could be for older dogs suffering from arthritis, hip problems or general leg weakness who have trouble walking on slippery surfaces like tile or hardwood.

If you have ever had your  senior dog on hardwood or tile surfaces you know that if there is leg weakness it can be very difficult for your dog to walk or even stand.

These dog socks called Power Paws are made by Woodrow Wear out of California. Woodrow Wear was kind enough to send us some samples to review, something we very much appreciate. These dog socks are a cute blue with a paw print tread underneath and a white dog bone print on the top making them not only practical, but quite stylish at the same time.

Thanks to the help of a nine year old Yorkie named Monty, a 14 year old Yorkie-Poo named Sheba and a 13 year old pug named Mackenzie you will see in the video below exactly what they thought of these colourful dog socks.

The biggest plus for these dog socks is how comfortable they are for dogs. Speaking from experience, placing footwear on a dog is not always well-received. As a result, I was honestly not sure what to expect from these dog socks, but each dog acted as if they had nothing on which blew me away. In fact they put them to work instantly the minute we put them on which was great to see.

Who knew something as simple as socks with grips could make such a difference for older dogs. Senior dog owners will be very relieved at the results from these terrific dog socks and their four-legged family members will no longer struggle on hardwood or tiled floors.

For more info on these dog socks for senior dogs please visit: www.DogQuality.com