{"id":681,"date":"2021-05-01T14:15:14","date_gmt":"2021-05-01T20:15:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/therehabvets.com\/?p=681"},"modified":"2021-03-14T14:16:00","modified_gmt":"2021-03-14T20:16:00","slug":"top-10-list-of-common-household-items-to-use-for-rehab","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/therehabvets.com\/top-10-list-of-common-household-items-to-use-for-rehab\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 list of Common Household Items to Use for Rehab."},"content":{"rendered":"

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Equipment for the purpose of rehabilitation and conditioning for your pet varies greatly in utility, cost, size, ability to store, and more.\u00a0 Of course, you can purchase inflatable products (peanuts, discs), Cavaletti poles, weave poles, and more from various companies.\u00a0 \u00a0 But, I also like to look at common items that you may already have at home.\u00a0 \u00a0Many of these items are also available at discount stores and\/or thrift stores.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong>Top 10 list of Common Household Items <\/strong>to Use for Rehab<\/strong>.<\/h4>\n

Be sure to check with your rehabilitation therapist for proper use to avoid injury to your pet or to yourself.<\/em><\/p>\n

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1. Blankets\/towels<\/strong>:\u00a0 \u00a0 Rolled up for support under or alongside your\"\" dog.\u00a0 \u00a0 These can roll up to serve as an item to walk over as well as provide a bolster for a dog\/cat that cannot support their body in a sternal position.<\/p>\n

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2.\u00a0 Garden Hose:<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0Instant obstacle course!\u00a0 \u00a0A garden\"\" hose can be used indoors or outdoors.\u00a0 Run the\u00a0 hose in variety of patterns to create obstacles for your pet to walk over\/around.\u00a0 \u00a0Many hoses can be coiled upon themselves to create a bit of height for a more challenging course.<\/p>\n

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3. PVC<\/strong>:\u00a0 1″ to 3″ pipe can be cut at custom lengths to create poles for a Caveletti set-up (with pylons).\u00a0 \u00a0These can also be arranged like “pickup sticks” for walking over\/around at different heights.<\/p>\n

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4. Pool Noodles<\/strong>:\u00a0 \u00a0These are a favorite.\u00a0 I tend to pick up 5-6 every season because of their low cost and functionality.\u00a0 They come in different\"\" diameters and shapes.\u00a0 These serve as soft step-over tools (walk over\/around).\u00a0 I also cut them in sections and\/or lengthwise to use in a variety of other ways.\u00a0 \u00a0(For step-overs, I recommend using sandbags to reduce rolling.)<\/p>\n

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5. Laundry Basket:<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0Baskets with larger holes in the weave can be\"\" great for supporting poles (PVC or small pool noodles\/pipe insulation) as a homemade Cavaletti set-up.\u00a0 \u00a0Taller baskets work best for the larger dogs, but any size works.<\/p>\n

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6. Rubbermaid Boxes<\/strong>:\u00a0 \u00a0These are great in all shapes and sizes.\u00a0 \u00a0I tend to use these primarily for smaller dogs up to 40 pounds.\u00a0 Fill the box with a blanket, towel, or heavy foam.\u00a0 The idea is that we want to support the dog’s weight when they stand on upside down box.\u00a0 I don’t use a lid so I can add more internal bulk, if needed.\u00a0 \u00a0 Cover the surface with non-skid material (yoga mat, shelf liner, rubber-backed rug).\u00a0 Congratulations!\u00a0 You’ve just made a platform that your dog can use to practice front feet up or back feet up for weight-shifting exercises.<\/p>\n

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7. Bosu Ball:<\/strong>\u00a0 Many people have these at home.\u00a0 \u00a0They can be a bit pricey\"\" (>$100) but a functional exercise tool for man and beast.<\/p>\n

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8. Fat Tire Bicycle Innertubes<\/strong>:\u00a0 \u00a0Inflate several and scatter around for step-overs in an obstacle course.\u00a0 Be sure to cover the air nozzle.<\/p>\n

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9. Lawn Furniture Cushions, Couch Cushions, Dog Beds<\/strong>:\u00a0 These work as unstable platforms, items in an obstacle course, and modified stairs.<\/p>\n

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10. Curbs:<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0Yes, we can use the curbs around your house\/neighborhood for great exercises.<\/p>\n

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