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Exercises that develop core muscle strength and proprioception are vital to maintain optimal fitness for all dogs, but especially for canine amputees.

Proprioception (n): 1. Awareness of the body’s position in space, 2. Relating to stimuli connected with the position and movement of the body

The best exercises to do with your Tripawd include unstable surface work and weight bearing activities. These fitness games help with core strengthening, increased range of motion and flexibility, sensory and perceptual stimulation, joint alignment, and balance control. Remember, walking is great for endurance, but it does not build strength.

Take a few minutes out of your day to have fun helping your three legged dog get stronger with these training products, designed specifically for dogs to help build core muscles and improve body control.

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FitPAWS Canine Conditioning

Tripawds recommends FitPAWS^® canine conditioning equipment for rehabilitation, fitness training, and injury prevention.

PLEASE NOTE: Prices include Ground delivery to continental U.S. Please contact us with complete address and telephone number for rush fees or shipping estimates to Hawaii, Alaska, or outside the United States.

 

FitPAWS® Balance Pad This closed-cell foam pad makes a perfect beginning balance training tool and provides low profile balance challenges for dogs recovering from injury. No inflation required. Includes training DVD. [ review | video | return policy ]
	One Size Pad: 15″ x 18.25″ x2″ ($49.95) Recommended for use with: — Pilates for Pooches DVD — Osteoarthritis and Your Dog DVD

 

 

FitPAWS® Balance Discs This Balance Disc is ideal for introductory weight bearing activities and balance training – perfect for animal rehabilitation and therapy. Two sizes available. Includes training DVD. Air pump not included. [ review | video | return policy ]
	Please Select Disc Size: 22" Giant Balance Disc $64.95 USD 14" Standard Balance Disc $37.95 USD Recommended for use with: — Ruff Wear Webmaster Harness — Pilates for Pooches DVD — Osteoarthritis and Your Dog DVD

 

 

FitPAWS® Paw Pods FitPAWS Paw Pods help improve body awareness, strengthen core muscles and alleviate feet-touching phobias. Set of four, 5″ dual-sided pods with inflation adjustment capability (pump not included). [ review/video | return policy ]
	One Size: 5″ – Set of 4 ($40.95) Recommended for use with: — Ruff Wear Webmaster Harness

 

 

FitPAWS® Wobble Board (20 in.) Builds muscle strength to improve balance and confidence. [ review/video | return policy ]
	One Wobble Board Size: 20″ ($64.95) Recommended for use with: — Ruff Wear Webmaster Harness

 

 

FitPAWS® Donut This donut shaped balance training and core strengthening intermediate training tool is perfect for smaller dogs that may be overwhelmed by the FitPAWS Peanut. It has two different training surfaces and a broad base for more stability than round exercise balls. Optional inflatable holder ring stabilizes donut for beginner exercises. Training DVD and air pump included. [ review/video | return policy ]

One Donut Size: 12″ Height With or Without Holder Options & Pricing: Donut Only – $54.95 USD Donut & Holder – $74.95 USD Recommended for use with: — Ruff Wear Webmaster Harness — Get On the Ball Two DVD — Osteoarthritis and Your Dog DVD

 

 

FitPAWS® Peanuts This peanut-shaped stability ball is designed for advanced canine core conditioning and balance exercises. Heavy-duty PVC material formulated for use with dogs provides superior gripping and resists damage caused by nails. Five sizes to choose from. Includes training DVD and air pump. [ review/video | sizing | return policy ]
	Please Select Peanut Size: 40cm Peanut (15.5" x 32" Yellow) $59.95 USD 50cm Peanut (19.5" x 36.25" Red) $69.95 USD 60cm Peanut (23.5" x 44" Blue) $74.95 USD 70cm Peanut (27.5" x 50.75" Yellow) $84.95 USD 80cm Peanut (31.5" x 62" Red) $99.95 USD Recommended for use with: — Ruff Wear Webmaster Harness — Get On the Ball Two DVD — Osteoarthritis and Your Dog DVD

 

 

FitPAWS® Hurdle Set This completely adjustable indoor/outdoor hurdle set is ideal for fun fitness and rehab training. Includes four 40″ cavaletti poles and eight orange hurdle cones with height-adjustment attachments. Adjusts from 2″ to 30″. Set the bars at the lowest levels for canine rehabilitation exercises and gait training. [ review/video | return policy ]
	Complete Set ($154.95) Some Assembly Required — Weight: 11 lbs — Carrying Bag Included

 

 

FitBALL® Pump Fast dual-action, economical hand air pump. Recommended for inflation of FitPAWS inflatable canine exercise products. Included with Peanut and Donut. [ return policy ]
	One Size Fits All ($8.95) Recommended for use with: — FitPAWS Peanut — FitPAWS Donut — FitPAWS Balance Discs

FitPAWS Sizing Guidelines

Choosing the correct size FitPAWS Peanut for your dog depends on the size of your dog and what type of exercises you plan on doing.

Core Strengthening

If you plan to use your ball mainly for core conditioning, measure the length of your dog’s stance from the front paw(s) to the rear leg(s) when it is standing. Your dog should be able to stand in a natural stance on the top of the ball without being hunched over.

You can always use a large ball for a small dog but not a small ball for a large dog. If you have more than one dog, choose a size that fits your largest dog. You may find it more comfortable for your own back to work with your dog on a larger/taller ball. Using a larger ball for a small dog also has the added benefit of providing more surface area to work on. [order]

Dog Stance:	Peanut Size:
Up to 20″ Length	40cm, 50cm, 60cm, 70cm, or 80cm
Up to 24″	50cm, 60cm, 70cm, or 80cm
Up to 30″	60cm, 70cm, or 80cm
Up to 41″	70cm, or 80cm
Up to 46″	80cm
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Weight Bearing Exercises

For weight bearing activities (with a dog’s forelimbs supported by the ball) choose a peanut that is slightly under your dog’s withers (the highest part of the shoulders where the neck meets the back.) If you need a ball smaller than the 40cm, consider purchasing a FitPAWS Donut. Or, get the 40cm Peanut and decrease the amount of air so the ball is shorter than its maximum height of 40cm. [order]

Shoulder Height:	Peanut Size:
16″ – 19″ Height	40cm (15.5″ tall at maximum inflation)
20″ – 23″	50cm (19.5″ max.)
24″ – 27″	60cm (23.5″ max.)
28″ – 31″	70cm (27.5″ max.)
32″+	80cm (31.5″ max.)
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NOTE: Ball sizes indicated are the maximum inflation height. Never exceed the maximum height printed on the ball. Under-inflating FitPAWS products will increase the exercise difficulty. The firmer the ball, the easier the exercise.

Dog Fitness Training Library

Consider these educational tools for making the most of your dog’s exercise and conditioning program. Recommended for use with FitPAWS canine conditioning equipment.

FitDogs Pilates for Pooches DVD The FitDogs Pilates for Pooches DVD is an exercise video designed specifically with your dog’s health in mind. By utilizing balance and core strength training, the FitDogs DVD teaches users how to get their dog into better shape with easy to do exercise routines. With a combination of lecture, outline and demonstration, this DVD guides users with step-by-step core strengthening and conditioning. Included on the disc is a bonus section specifically for puppies as well as three printable PDF documents to keep you and your dog doing the proper exercises for a longer, healthier life. Recommended for use with the FitPAWS balance disc or pad. Time: 64 minutes.

FitPAWS Get on the Ball Two DVD The FitPAWS Get on the Ball Two DVD is an easy to use instructional DVD that helps keep your dog active and strong. Developed and demonstrated by a licensed physical therapist and a certified canine rehabilitation practitioner, Debbie Gross Saunders, the routines in the DVD are an excellent and safe way to develop muscles and accelerate the healing process due to injuries. This 3-disc set can be used with any of the FitPAWS exercise balls, providing easy to do routines for you and your dog. Recommended for use with FitPAWS Balance Discs and Peanuts. Time: 3 hours.

FitPAWS Osteoarthritis and Your Dog DVD The FitPAWS Osteoarthritis and Your Dog DVD is designed to help instruct you on how to achieve a healthier, happier life for both you and your dog. This DVD provides useful information intended to help you better understand the disease and options for a multimode treatment program and exercise regimen for your beloved friend. Recommended for use with FitPAWS Balance Discs, Pads, and Peanuts Time: 1 hour 22 minutes