Amigo Dog Wheelchair
Nir Shalom, an Israeli industrial designer, created this dog wheelchair that allows the dog more mobility. Presented this past month in Milan, the device attaches to the hips and allows dogs to lay down, sit, and run around. Watch the video below!
(click here if you can’t see the video)
[via Designboom, thanks to Mike!]
Thats really cool. I have a question, but please don’t tell me the answer. How does the dog go to the bathroom.
I have got the same question…
–Bless any dog that has to have a doggie wheelchair
when is this going to be available in the US? I know a lot of dachshunds who could benefit from a chair like this!
I don’t know, but it would be great if it went into production. I think it may still be a concept piece.
A-MAZ-ING! It brought a tear to my eye at the wonderful opportunities this little contraption will bring many doggies. Lovely.
Jamie!! What a great post!!!
It’s an AMAZING design! So smart! I hope this goes into full production and is available everywhere!
My dog was in a wheelchair for the last 6 months of his life (he passed away in March). It made those 6 months such an incredible experience for our whole family. We knew he was dying, but the chair allowed us to take him to the dog park each day where he socialized and played with the other dogs. I designed his chair and he took to it immediately, actually running down the street as soon as I attached it to his body. I think it might have been the proudest moment of my life to give him his legs back, even for a little while.
The the people who asked about how they go to the bathroom: It’s actually much easier for the dog to go in the cart! The chairs are open in all the important areas, so the cart stays clean and the dog retains his dignity by being able to go on his own!
Hi Jen,
Sorry to hear about your buddy, but it’s true that a well-designed chair can really make a huge difference in quality of life for a disabled or injured pet. Thanks for sharing your experience. -J
Thanks so much Jaime.. both for the nice comment and for sharing such great stuff : )
How do you order one of these and will it be produced soon?
It would be great to have this for Stella. She was injured two nights ago and will be coming home from the hospital on Monday. I like that this cart would allow her to lay down if she wanted to. I wish it was available. If it ever is, I hope you let me know! I listed my website. Thanks!
Will do! Sorry to hear about your Stella.
My dog Joey has been slowly losing mobility in his back legs since spring of 2010. I am currently looking for a wheelchair to make it easier for him to enjoy his walks. I am not satisfied with any of the wheelchair options I have seen on the internet. I love the concept of this wheelchair!
If the designer is interested in selling in the USA, let me know.
When will the Amigo be available for purchase? Any ideas on what pricing will look like?
I have a Frenchie who just had surgery for a ruptured disk and lost use of his back half. This is by far the best wheelchair I have seen and I would love to get more info on it.
Thanks,
Shalom my friend, I have a little dachshund named Emmy, as in the video she has no use of her back legs. Spinal surgery just didn’t work. She just turned 5 and she is the most amazing creature who is so adored (and funny as well she always makes me laugh). I have been so sad for her not being able to run and play, I would love to give her her spunk back.
All of G-d\s creatures deserve a good life. Please keep me informed as to the availability of your amazing invention. Thanks for your time to give back to our beloved friends.
Maxine
my dog suffers from a spinal injury, she has movement in her legs but not enough to walk.. I WANT ONE OF THESE FOR HER!!! How and where do we get one?
The dog wheelchair is awesome! Congratulation!
i know that people already wrote it, but this wheelchair is one of the best and really amazing…my dog diego is in the hospital for more than 12 days now, today they told us that there is no more hope that he can walk…he still can not controll his bladder and his bowel ;( but this wheelchair would really help alot and make his life easier…i hope someone will produce it soon!
The design is incredible, it looks so hitech and futuristic. We had a cat recently pass that had hip problems. I wish i knew about this.
where could you perchase this prouduct.?
OMG i SOOO need one for my Dog Please spreed the word HOW CAN WE PURCHASE ONE
This is awesome, totally made my day to see this. Huge advancement for disabled dogs. We love your site!
My dog injuried his back when he was 1 1/2 yrs old. Every year he loses all control of his back legs. We put him on complete bed rest and he’s sedated and given steroids. After a week he’s back to normal. He back in the hosital again. I know one day his luck is going to run out. This device would be great when the time comes. Please let me know when it’s availble for purchase.
I also have a disabled dog, who I adopted after she was hit by a car and abandoned. she has a wonderful wheelchair (from walkinwheels.com)right now but this one seems amazing. Please let me know when this is available for purchase as well.