Do you offer a payment plan?

Unfortunately no. Since all orthotic and prosthetic devices are custom fabricated, we are unable to start the fabrication process of a device until full payment is received.

How are OrthoPets devices manufactured?

  • A fiberglass impression (cast) of your pet’s limb is taken by Pawsthetics, LLC. The fit of the devices is based upon the quality of the provided fiberglass impression as it is the representation of the limb.

  • Then, fiberglass impression is scanned using Luma technology which allows our specialists to use CAD (computer aided design) with unmatched accuracy to create the shape and contour of the device.

  • The 3-D model is then created with a Vorum carver.

  • The 3-D model is moved to the vacuum forming station to be drape formed with (polypropylene) plastic which is heated in an industrial convention oven.

  • Prosthetic devices include a pre-liner manufacturing process, extension placement and aligning process as well as socket padding before the socket can be vacuum formed.

  • The vacuum formed model is then carefully cut out, and the device is rough ground, beveled and all edges are polished smooth. After the final polishing, the device shell is assembled by adding straps, buckles hinges, padding and case specific components.

What kind of materials do you use?

  • OrthoPets utilizes the same variety of materials that are used in the human field of orthotics and prosthetics.

  • Our devices are made from vacuum formed polypropylene plastic with colorful design options, known as “transfer paper”.

  • Several different foam types and thicknesses are used for padding. Our foam is selected for its durability and closed-cell waterproof properties, in addition to offering softer foam for pets with sensitive skin. Our foam also includes color-changing properties that allows us to assess the fit of the device for increased pressure and/or friction. A variety of mechanical hinges are used for normal joint range of motion while controlling/preventing abnormal joint motion from occurring. For large breeds or pets that weigh over 150 pounds or are capable of extreme forces, specialized metal and composite mechanical hinges are available and sometimes required.

  • Hardware includes chafes (buckles) and straps made of reinforced industrial Velcro that is attached to the device via stainless steel screws and lock washers (for ease of owner replacement).

  • If your pet’s orthosis includes a paw segment or walking surface, either BMX bicycle tire or a more specialty orthopedic tread will be secured to the walking surface. The type of tread is dependent on your pet’s size, specific diagnosis and biomechanical requirements.

Are your devices refundable?

OrthoPets devices are non-refundable as they are prescription based and custom fabricated.