Vet Approved

Limb Weights for Muscle Strengthening & Rehabilitation in Dogs

Name: Limb Weights for Muscle Strengthening & Rehabilitation in Dogs
Brand: Ortocanis
Price: 29.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

★★★★★ 4.22 (9 reviews)

Gently rebuild your dog's muscle strength and mobility after surgery, injury, or neurological illness. Designed by rehabilitation specialists for s...

Muscle Strengthening Post-Surgery Recovery Neurological Support Improves Proprioception

£29.99

Vet Recommended

Specialist Rehab Brand

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Vet Recommended Design

Developed with veterinary rehabilitation specialists for safe use.

Adjustable Secure Fit

Comfortable strap fits a wide range of dog breeds.

Builds Strength Faster

Gentle resistance accelerates muscle recovery with every step.

Home Rehab Ready

Easy to use between professional physiotherapy sessions.

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About this product

Rebuilding strength and mobility after injury, surgery, or neurological illness is one of the most important parts of your dog's recovery journey. These veterinarian-recommended limb weights from Ortocanis are designed to make targeted muscle rehabilitation safe, straightforward, and effective — whether you are working alongside a canine physiotherapist or following a home exercise programme.

The weights strap securely around your dog's legs and add gentle, controlled resistance during normal movement and guided exercises. With every step your dog takes, the muscles are encouraged to work harder, accelerating strength gains, improving proprioception, and supporting healthy gait patterns. The adjustable design ensures a comfortable, secure fit across a wide range of breeds and leg sizes.

Ortocanis is a trusted specialist in veterinary orthopaedic and rehabilitation products, and these limb weights reflect their commitment to evidence-based, clinician-approved design. They are an ideal complement to physiotherapy sessions, hydrotherapy, or structured home rehabilitation plans prescribed by your vet. Always introduce limb weights gradually and under professional guidance to ensure the safest and most effective outcomes for your dog.

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Instructions for use

1. Measure your dog's leg circumference at the point where the weight will be worn and select the appropriate size. 2. With your dog calm and relaxed, wrap the limb weight around the designated leg and fasten securely — it should be snug but not tight enough to restrict movement or circulation. 3. Check two fingers can comfortably fit beneath the strap. 4. Begin with short sessions of 5 to 10 minutes, monitoring your dog closely throughout for any signs of discomfort, excessive fatigue, or abnormal movement. 5. Gradually increase session duration only as directed by your vet or canine physiotherapist. 6. Always remove the weights immediately after each session and never leave them on an unsupervised dog. 7. Inspect the product before each use for signs of wear or damage.

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4.22 ★★★★★ Based on 9 reviews

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Good product for dog skin relief.

Good product for dog skin relief.Lovely product but not sure if it will work only time will tell.There is two things I am not sure about with this product.1. it has a strong odor (and my dog is really fussy)2. it is quite difficult if you have got a small dog to work out how to get such a small dosage out of the bottle without wasting too much.Great value for money if it works.

Dog seems to like it

200ml Allergy & Itch Relief DropsThe bottle comes with a pump that dispenses the drops cleanly. My dog is 33 kgs so he gets 3 ml per day. I just squirt it on his food and mix it up. I was worried that he may not like it as he can be fussy but he has been eating his food as per usual. I can't comment on effectiveness yet as it's too soon but I will update when I can.

our dog seems happy with this being applied.

it's hard to quantify the effect of this kind of product, but when using it on our dog, she accepts it well enough, but isn't obsessive about trying to lick it back off again (some products, she does this)it seems like it's soothing on the skin for her. we have tried a lot of itch products with her, and this seems alright.

Very Happy

We've ordered a few of Our Dogs Life liquid supplements and been really happy with them all and this is no exception. You're getting a good sized 200ml bottle here. Our girl isn’t a fussy eater at all so hiding this in her food works very well for us as she happily eats away blissfully unaware. It is very easy to use and measure out with the built in pump dispenser and no mess at all. So far so good and she’s already showing signs of being happier since starting to take it.

Fingers crossed!

We've only been using this for a few days so it's hard to tell if it's doing much good yet, but my little dog is happy to eat the food with a bit of this added so that's a definite plus.There real test will be in the summer months, I'm just hoping it helps a bit, I'm not expecting miracles, but would be nice to see her a little less uncomfortable in-between taking her medications.Would I recommend? I can't say if it works or not yet, but at this price I'd say it's worth a try just to see if it helps your itchy best friend. So yes, currently I'm happy to recommend.

No issues

Nice bottle with pump. Added to food with no issues. No flare ups currently so difficult to ascertain efficacy, but no ill effects.

Nice idea but not yet sure of results

Our dog itches occasionally and we are always unsure if it's an allergy or not. We thought this would be good to have on hand to test. She doesn't like or not like the topping - it just went on like a plain topping and she ate it unfazed.It's really hard to tell how effective this has been but I will update this review after some time with any changes.

Could do with being more descriptive

Whilst you can work out that this is meant to be put in with food, its not well advertised and can see some people rubbing this in the skin as there is only 1 image on the whole ad stating this and even then, it just says feeding guide and a ml dosage.Time will tell if this works, will be the 3rd or 4th thing i have tried from Amazon to stop the dog from itching, fingers crossed and will report back if it works or not in a month or so.

Could be a better bottle but seems okay with the dog

Our dog hasn't truned her nose up at her food after we;ve added some of this so that's all good. It's also a bit soon to tell if it's workign yet and it's not quite the right season for my dog's allergies but I will update this review later if I find any improvement.What I'm not so keen on is the bottle. Firstly the instructions are a bit lacking aalthough there is lots of information about the ingredients which is good. I don't think the design of the pump is that great though. It says that the pump dispenses 2 ml but for my dog I need to add 0.5 ml to her food, which makes this a bit of a guessing game as to how much I have to dispense. I suppose in time I will get it right but at the moment I'm not sure if I'm giving her too little or too much.Anyway, apart from that this product looks okay. It's vegan, non-gmo, ethically farmed and all natural ingredients.

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What sizes are available and how do I choose the right one for my dog?

Limb weights are available in multiple sizes to suit different dog breeds and leg circumferences. Measure around the widest part of your dog's leg where the weight will sit, then refer to the size guide provided. When in doubt, size up — a slightly looser fit is safer than one that restricts circulation. If you are unsure, consult your veterinary physiotherapist before ordering.

How long should my dog wear the limb weights during each session?

Always follow the guidance of your vet or canine physiotherapist. As a general starting point, sessions of 5 to 10 minutes are recommended initially, gradually increasing as your dog builds strength and tolerance. Never leave the weights on an unsupervised dog, and always monitor for signs of fatigue, discomfort, or changes in gait during use.

Are these suitable for post-operative recovery?

Yes, these limb weights are commonly used as part of structured post-operative rehabilitation programmes following orthopaedic surgeries such as TPLO, FHO, or fracture repairs. However, they should only be introduced at the appropriate stage of recovery as directed by your veterinary surgeon or canine rehabilitation therapist. Using them too early in recovery could be harmful.

Can these be used for neurological conditions as well as orthopaedic injuries?

Yes. Limb weights are frequently used in rehabilitation programmes for dogs with neurological conditions such as IVDD, degenerative myelopathy, or post-spinal surgery weakness. The added resistance helps stimulate proprioception and encourage correct limb placement. Again, use should always be guided by a qualified veterinary professional to ensure the programme is appropriate for your dog's specific condition.