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Rear Support Harness for Dogs with Hip & Mobility Issues

Name: Rear Support Harness for Dogs with Hip & Mobility Issues
Brand: Ortocanis
Price: 32.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

★★★★★ 4.22 (9 reviews)

Gives dogs with hip and hind leg weakness the support they need to stand, walk, and stay active. Recommended by vets and physios for rehabilitation...

Rear Support Hip Dysplasia Aid Rehab Friendly Easy to Fit

£32.99

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Veterinary Orthopaedic Design

Trusted by vets across Europe for mobility.

Gentle Rear Support

Lifts and guides hindquarters with ease.

Adjustable Secure Fit

Custom fit for all shapes and sizes.

Quick On & Off

Easy to fit even on struggling dogs.

Product information

About this product

When your dog's back legs start to let them down, the Ortocanis Rear Support Harness gives them — and you — a much-needed helping hand. Designed by Ortocanis, Europe's leading veterinary orthopaedics brand, this lightweight harness wraps securely around the hindquarters, allowing you to provide gentle, controlled support as your dog stands, walks, or navigates stairs and uneven ground.

It is particularly well suited to dogs living with hip dysplasia, hip arthritis, hip instability, ataxia, motor incoordination, or general muscle and joint weakness in the hind legs. Rather than repeatedly bending down to manually lift or steady your dog — which puts strain on both of you — the harness gives you a comfortable handle to guide and support their rear end with confidence.

The design is low-profile and breathable, minimising pressure on sensitive joints while keeping your dog as comfortable as possible during use. Adjustable straps ensure a secure, custom fit across a range of body shapes and sizes, and the whole harness can be put on and removed quickly — which matters when your dog is already struggling.

Recommended by vets and veterinary physiotherapists across Europe, this is a practical, dignified solution for dogs whose mobility has been affected by age, injury, or chronic condition — helping them stay active, engaged, and connected to the life they love.

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Instructions for use

1. Stand your dog and lift their tail gently. Slide the harness loops around both hind legs, positioning the padded section underneath the belly just in front of the hindquarters. 2. Fasten and adjust the straps so the harness sits snugly without pinching — you should be able to slide two fingers under any strap. 3. Lift the handle to provide rear support as your dog stands or walks. Use a front lead or collar alongside the harness for full directional control. 4. Remove the harness after each use and inspect your dog's skin for any signs of rubbing or irritation. 5. Do not leave the harness on unsupervised or during rest.

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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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How do I find the right size for my dog?

Measure around your dog's waist just in front of the hind legs, then refer to the Ortocanis size guide included with the product and available on the product page. If your dog falls between sizes, we generally recommend sizing up for comfort. A well-fitted harness should feel snug but allow you to slide two fingers underneath.

Can my dog wear this harness all day?

The harness is designed for use during activity — walks, trips to the garden, and assisted movement around the home. It is not recommended to leave it on unsupervised or overnight, as prolonged wear without monitoring can cause rubbing or discomfort. Always check the skin beneath the harness daily for any signs of irritation.

Is this harness suitable for dogs recovering from surgery?

Yes, the Ortocanis Rear Support Harness is widely used as a rehabilitation aid following orthopaedic surgery such as hip replacements, femoral head osteotomy, or cruciate ligament repair. We always recommend consulting your vet or veterinary physiotherapist before use post-surgery to ensure it is appropriate for your dog's specific recovery plan.

How do I clean the harness?

The harness can be hand washed in warm water with a mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners, as these can degrade the materials over time. Allow to air dry fully before use. Do not tumble dry or iron.