Harness not working? How to move a large dog that can't walk?

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My German shepherd came home from the vet today and she can't walk or even stand on her own still and I can hardly lift half of her body and the only help I'll have is my grandmother, is there anything we can do that will make it easier to move her? (We're doing the combo of a harness and a towel but it feels like it's honestly not helping or making it any easier.)

Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately there is very life you can do aside from getting more man power to help you, but I can imagine how this may not be possible. You are doing the right thing in trying with a towel but you could ask your vet if they would have a special abdominal sling with handles spare or for sale. These are specially designed to help move weak dogs. You should find one online if not. There are special doggy hoists out there but this would be an incredibly expensive option. If you are really struggling to manage her it would likely be in everyone's interest to keep her in the hospital for a few days. Good luck!

Harness not working? How to move a large dog that can't walk?

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