Hock Braces for Dogs
If your dog has an Achilles tendon injury or hyperextension of the hock or knuckle (walking on the top of their paw), they might benefit from a dog ankle brace. Also known as a tarsus or hock brace, these devices control unwanted motion and provide stability for your dog’s ankle. My Pet’s Brace makes the best dog hock braces to support Achilles tendon injuries and other issues.
Hock Braces In Action
Abby the Golden Retriever with custom My Pet's Hock Brace
Bella the Anatolian Shepherd mix with custom my pet's hock brace
Leo the English Springer Spaniel with My Pet's Hock Brace
Schatze the Catahoula with My Pet's Hock Brace
Bosco the Beagle mix with custom My Pet's Hock Braces
Cinnamon the Labrador Retriever with Custom My Pet's Hock Brace
Logan the English Pointer with custom My Pet's Hock Braces
Sarge the German Shepherd with custom My Pet's Hock Brace
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Our Process
Diagnosis
Casting
Payment
Fabrication
Fitting
Jointed Vs Non-Jointed
At My Pet’s Brace, we can fabricate our hock braces for dogs with or without joints at the hock (the bony piece that sticks out) and/or at the paw.
Jointed braces may feature range-of-motion straps on the back of the brace, which control how much your dog can flex the affected joints. When your dog’s back leg has improved, the straps can be lengthened to allow for more movement at the joint.
Non-jointed hock braces are made for maximum control and stability. The back of the brace is completely solid.
Shell Add-On
Does your pet need more support? We can add a removable shell to the front of the hock brace for dogs with osteosarcomas. The removable shell can also replace weekly re-castings. This shell is breathable but completely encloses the leg.
Custom is Best
Our custom hock brace, made for your individual dog’s leg, is the most effective and most comfortable type of brace for your dog to wear. We start with a cast of your dog’s leg so that we can account for every unique width, length, and lump.
Off-the-shelf or standard-sized dog foot braces for knuckling or other injuries typically use thick fabric that does not provide the necessary support for ankle-related injuries. How are a few standard sizes supposed to fit over 200 breeds of dogs?
Design & Materials
At My Pet’s Brace, we design every dog ankle brace with your pet in mind. The brace goes under your dog’s paw and up the back of their leg. We make all of our products with the highest-quality materials that are also used for human braces. These dog tarsal braces are waterproof and built to last.
- Hard, medical-grade plastic superstructure
- Roller-rocker sole for easy walking
- Soft closed-cell antibacterial foam for padding
- Tough joints made for dogs
- Stainless steel screws and rivets to withstand daily use
- Velcro straps for easy use and removal
Other Uses
- Our hock braces for dogs can also be used for:
- Nerve injuries
- Arthrodesis
- Fracture management
- Wound recovery
- Hyperextended back leg
Get Started Today
Whether your dog is suffering from a hyperextended hock or needs additional stability after an Achilles tendon injury, a dog ankle brace may help them live a happier life. My Pet’s Brace will be here to help you from your first consultation to checking in on your dog’s condition. Learn more about the process of getting a brace or how to fit a hock brace for dogs.
You can visit a My Pet’s Brace facility or work with your local veterinarian to get started. Contact us today to learn more about hock braces for dogs, their long-term benefits, and details like getting replacement parts.
We’re here to help you every step of the way.
Contact us if you have any questions about your dog’s hock brace, other types of braces, ankle or tendon injuries, or the need for replacement parts.