Our Mission…

Here at The Dog’s Down, it’s our mission to spread awareness of IVDD and to end the misconceptions that surround paralyzed dogs! You and your dog can have a wonderful and fulfilling life together. That is a fact, and we are the proof! Head over to our gallery and you will see many disabled dogs living a great quality of life.

We know how scary and stressful it is when your dog is diagnosed with IVDD. That’s why we created The Dog’s Down, to give you the information and tools you’ll need to embrace your new role as a special needs dog parent. I’ll be sharing what I’ve learned through my own experience of caring for a paralyzed dog. You’ll learn what treatment options there are, what therapies you can try, advice and tips, products you might want, and many other things that will help you take care of your disabled dog.

I promise that it’s worth it, and you’re not alone! Your dog will be forever grateful to you for giving them the chance to have a great life.

Our Latest Posts…

Caring for a Paralyzed Dog

Have you recently found yourself in the situation of owning a paralyzed dog? I can assure you that with the proper love and care paralyzed dogs can be just as happy as any other dog! However, caring for a paralyzed dog isn’t like caring for any other dog. It takes some extra consideration and work […]

Milo’s IVDD Success Story

Meet Milo, the 4 year old miracle Maltipoo who was diagnosed with IVDD in just February of this year. Milo’s story is so important, as it shows the true power of perseverance, and never giving up hope. Milo went from showing slight symptoms, to becoming fully paralyzed in his hind end, to learning how to […]

IVDD Success Stories: Sombras

Meet Sombras, an 8 year old poodle mix from Oakland, CA. Sombras was diagnosed with IVDD in December of 2018 after a ruptured disc left him paralyzed in his hind legs. His emotional story is like many I’ve heard. Not one, but two vets told his loving owner, Claudia, that they only had two options: […]