Cats do well in K-9 Carts, however cats being different, as we cat owners know, it is advisable to try walking your cat with a sling under each hind leg, keeping the back level, to ensure that it will tolerate this type of help to get around. Placing the slings under each hind leg simulates the leg ring support that our cart gives and if your cat does not object to the slings, then it is a positive sign that it will do well. If your cat does not tolerate it the first time, you may want to try over a few days to see if it will get used to the feeling.
As an alternative sling you may take an old towel or piece of material and cutting two holes in it, place the hind legs down through the holes and holding the end of the towel walk your cat with that type of help.
If you determine that your cat is unable to accept a cart and it has no use of its rear legs, we do have a Protect-A-Pet that would protect it from sores or bladder infections and keep your home clean. If your cat has any type of rear limb deformity or rigidity, then do send in photos when you place a cart order, as there are different types of rear leg support systems that we can install on the cart to keep the feet from dragging.
A cat is unable to use a regular litter box, as of course, being in the cart, it cannot jump or drag itself into the box. We suggest either using newspaper on the floor, or a very shallow box with litter in it. We also have a Catch-It-All that attaches to the cart, which, with the addition of a disposable sanitary pad, will take care of both urine and feces.
In young cats, there is a condition called cerebellum hyperplasia, which causes a total imbalance problem. The cats or kittens tend to stagger around as though drunk, often
falling on their heads. This condition is not suitable for a normal two wheeled cart but we can make up a Fully Supportive Cart. If your cat has this problem, we need to see a video of what it can do on its own and with front and rear sling support so that we can evaluate its condition and make up the appropriate support system for improved quality of life.
When taking measurements of your cat for a K-9 Cart, we suggest taking perhaps a couple at a time rather than trying to take them all at once as it is hard to keep cats stationery for any length of time.
If you have any questions that we have not answered about cats, or you just need advice on Nursing Care, then please call our knowledgeable staff. Every question is important and with our 36 years experience we usually have the answer to your concern.
