Dog Ankle Brace

Hero ankle/hock brace for dogs

Hind Leg Issues?

Hero ankle/hock brace for dogs

Dogs have many diseases that affect their hind legs. Whether its an Achilles tear or even crouching from a neurological issue like DM, ankle braces make their world solid again. Imagine walking on your tip toes all of your life. That's what dogs do. Eventually, there is going to be something break down.

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Golden retriever standing at fence wearing Hero Tarsal Brace

Play Sooner AND Longer

Golden retriever standing at fence wearing Hero Tarsal Brace
  • Most light weight dog ankle brace available, helping dogs play carefree
  • Great standing position helps so that their back doesn't get sore too
  • Waterproof and durable, you can go for those walks again

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How does the brace work?

Infographic demonstrating the biomechanics of a dog ankle brace

Hock Biomechanics

3-Point Force System — The body weight of the dog wants to make the ankle colapse, see the red arrows. The brace uses green arrows to counter that colapse.

Ground Reaction Force — See that red force pushing up from the ground. Well the green arrow is equal and opposite. So when we include the paw in the design we get the bottom force of the 3 point force system that corrects the leg.

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Infographic demonstrating the biomechanics of a dog ankle brace

Three Years of Progress!

Do dog ankle braces work? Judge for yourself

Kami is an awesome case AND you can see how she did over the long term! She had a tumor that caused her lots of pain, sores and a wonky walk. The Hero ankle braces allowed her to get back to living life!


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White dog standing on a table wearing a hero ankle brace in front of the mountains

Hero Brace Powers Include:

White dog standing on a table wearing a hero ankle brace in front of the mountains
  • Treatment with NO need for anesthesia
  • Reduced risk of injury to opposite leg
  • Better surgical outcomes by starting therapy sooner
  • Reduced fitting complications by being custom made
  • Maintain muscle mass by walking sooner
  • Support for dogs that cannot have surgery
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Custom is Key!

There are over 200 breeds of dogs. How can 5 standard sizes possibly fit them all?

That's why we make custom ankle braces, so you have the best chance to succeed!

Make sure your dog is comfortable, choose custom fit not "One-Size-Fits-None"

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“I can't say enough positive comments about the service that Hero braces provides for my clients and patients. I have worked with Ben and the other professionals at Hero for the past 12+ years. They provide an alternative solution for dogs with cranial cruciate ruptures that can't/won't have surgery using a specific biomechanical design. A variety of wrist (carpal) and ankle (hock) joint issues are also resolved using Hero braces. Bracing is a fairly new concept in veterinary physical therapy and rehabilitation. As a physical therapist myself, I could see some of the issues that could occur (as in the case that posted a poor review) when adequate follow up is not performed. Our patients cannot speak to us; thus, it is imperative to work side by side with your veterinarian or physical therapist to ensure an adequate fit. It's a shame to see a poor review when so many animals have been helped using Hero braces. Keep up your amazing work Ben and the team at Hero!”
–Dr. Carrie Adrian, VCA Veterinary Specialists of Northern Colorado


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