How to Build a Physical Therapy Walker / Wheelchair for Kittens
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- Опубликовано: 7 июл 2013
- This is a how-to-build video for an inexpensive wheelchair / walker for a kitten under 12 weeks old.
If you would like a list of materials, additional photos and a brief description of the build, please email me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com.
I typically reply within 24-48 hours. If you do not receive a reply, please check you junk folder (sometimes email servers will send unknown emails to your junk/spam folder). If you still have not received a response from me, then please comment here on RUclips and/or send another email to me. I will respond. I do not collect, use, share or sell any contact information from people who send emails requesting info on the walker.
List of Materials Cat Walker/Wheelchair for kitten younger than 12 weeks
(pipe measurements are shown as length and inside diameter)
5ft (1.5m) 1/2 inch diameter (12.5mm) PVC plastic pipe
2ea 1/2 inch (12.5mm) PVC end caps slip-type (no thread)
6ea 1/2 inch (12.5mm) 90 degree PVC elbow (slip-type)
4ea 1/2 inch (12.5mm) PVC "T" fitting (slip-type)
2ea 1-1/2 inch (38mm) caster-type wheel (for front of walker.
2ea 3-1/2 inch(89mm) lightweight plastic wheels (for rear of walker).
2ea 3/16 inch (4.5mm) threaded bolt with 2ea nuts and washers (length based on thickness of rear wheel and PVC pipe)
1ea small or medium size "Comfort Harness" (for a ferret - available at pet stores or online).
Non-elastic cloth/material for sling and straps (cut to fit).
Double-sided Velcro strips (cable ties or plant ties) cut to length.
Based on input from the many emails I received, I have built a larger version of the walker that has been successfully used with adult cats. The video is posted on my You Tube channel (hoc31rescue). • How to Build a Physica...
I found an online source for inexpensive, plastic wheels. Here is a link....
www.surpluscenter.com/Wheels/C...
To see the video of the chair in use, see my videos for Thumper the Wonder Cat on this You Tube Channel (hoc31rescue). I also posted a short video of some of the success stories..... • Cat Wheelchair / Physi... ? 
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Thank You SO MUCH!! God bless You✨🙏✨✨🙏 You don't have idea how much are you helping me to became easier a Kitty's life and how thankfull I really am✨ Also you even made this for any budget with materials so easy to get & reused materials too 🥰 Thank you for this, like this way is illimited the reach of kitties and doggies you really are helping by.🌎🌏🌍 Thank You✨, Thank You✨, Thank You ✨🙏🙏🙏Since right now, You're in my prayers. MAY GOD BLESS YOU & KEEP YOU🥰💖💕✨🐾🐾🐈🌎🐕🦺🐾😍❤️🐾💕💖 Thanks for sharing this🙏🥰🙏
Elle, Thank you for the kind words. If you need additional information on the build of the walker or the body harness, you can contact me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I can share with you additional photos and tips about the build.
The sling under the cat's belly is handmade/cut from a piece of non-stretch material with Velcro straps. The front harness (around the cat's shoulders and neck) is a Ferret Harness sold at Petco and other places online.
Thank you so very much. I am looking for something like this to help a cat with Swimmers Syndrome. Really appreciate your time in putting together all these for people like me.
Thank you Karl for sharing and helping us help these disabled kittens.
I have a paralized cat and I didnt build a walker. He learned to manage on his own under my supervision and support. He started out not being able to stand and could only drag his back legs. He would go to the walls and furniture and learn to balance himself.I would place his food and water in his favorite standing spot and he would eat at first laying down but now standing. He has other family cats that he plays with and a pomeranian that grooms him and mothers him. All the other animals know that hes special and they love and support him too. He is happy and playful and very affectionate. Every friday is bath day. I lay towels i the tub because it makes him feel comfortable and safe. He is use to his baths and afterword I lay with him in my bed for the night and he nozzles and purrs against me. He is the sweetest cat I have ever had. I really wanted to say that it is hard to watch tnem drag themselves but it helps them to build strength and learn how to use their limbs and tail to balance. He is 8 months old and is able to walk about 30 ft now and use a low walled cat box. He walks with his tail used for balance with his back legs a little further apart than usual. His back legs are builts up and very strong. I just hope this helps someone out there who may be dealing with this. If you give the cat time he will develop a way to walk naturally.
Your cat is lucky to have you as an owner. Paralysis comes in many forms and severity. Some forms can be overcome, some not so much. Many of the 700+ correspondences I have had with people who want to build the walker are for kittens diagnosed with cerebellar hypoplasia. Not technically paralysis, but an underdeveloped part of the brain that controls motor skills and coordination. The brain is very resilient and versatile. If given the opportunity, the brain will re-route signals to the legs to learn how to walk, but without balance, the leg muscles can atrophy and further hamper any chance of walking. The physical therapy walker in my video gives the cat that little extra support so that it can partially support its own weight and to use it's legs to gain muscle strength, so that over time, it may be able to walk again. I have received many success stories from around the world. For more permanent paralysis or nerve damage, there are other better-suited wheelchairs available. The walker in my video certainly is not the answer to all special needs pets.
Thank you for the video and email address. I will be emailing you tonight for the material list and additional instructions. Currently fostering a CH kitten who is 7 weeks old and will need a walker very soon to begin working on developing muscles in both front and rear legs. Thank you again!
Wonderful idea! I have an elderly cat who recently suffered an ear infection that permanently threw off her balance. She gets around alright in the house most of the time, but not so well when we go out to play in the garden! I am gonna try this idea with some large wheels, so she has an easier time. Thank you so much for sharing!
An excellent video. Even though I have a 14 year old German Shepherd who'll be using a hind-wheelchair, this video was extremely useful for me because I've never used PVC in my life before. It helped me understand a few things, and for that I'm grateful.
Also, it's wonderful to meet someone who's as dedicated to their pets as you are :)
Amazing. Great job! Such ingenuity!
Thank you!
God bless you for making something so simple and affordable for normal people. Generally folks who rescue don't have unlimited access to funds. I think your concept could be applied to making other walkers, say for a small dog, etc. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much for making and sharing this how to video.God bless you.
Thank you all for the kind words. I have received many correspondences from viewers around the world who have used this concept to build walkers for kittens, rabbits and adult cats.
Thanks for sharing this. Made one for a kitten I rescued recently with cerebellar hypoplasia. His body harness will need further customisation due to his condition but regardless, he finally can get a feel of walking! Still a long way to go but we’ll get there slowly but surely. You have no idea how happy we are! ❤️
Thank you for the kind words and sharing your success story. If you need additional information on the body harness, you can contact me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com
How'd you make the harness for your CH kitten? I have the walker completely constructed but we're struggling with the harness part. I've tried several methods, but nothing works for my CH kitten.
I just found a cat yesterday and he has one leg paralyzed and no strength at all in his 'good' back leg. I'm going to build one of this for him :) so far I am helping him holding the harness with my hand and he seems to be happy when he is able to move easier and faster, so I guess that he would love this. Thanks for sharing!!
I can't thank you enough. I was drawing out plans to make my own and I found this link on google. My cat is year and half old, had a bad reaction to a flea & tick collar, which triggered a stroke. It has been almost 3 months and she has made a tremendous comeback but has partial paralysis and will not try to stand or walk. With the aid of this walker, along with food.. she will learn.
If you will send an email to me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com, I can send to you additional instructions plus the materials list and extra photos.
Superb design 👌👌👌💚✌️👍thankiu sooooooooo much for sharing
Thank you.... if you have questions, you can contact me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com
God job brother , great idea nice
Thank you for the kind words
Thank you for this. I have a kitten with CH and I can't wait to make this for him. I'd have to make a few modifications as he is so small, but he is worth it. 🐱🐱🤗
Thank you for the kind words. If you need additional information on the build of the walker or the body harness, you can contact me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I can share with you additional photos and tips about the build.
Thank you for this!
That is so cool!
Thank you
I Just want to stay thank you for sharing this Video. My Cat got a neurological disease, which makes it hard for her to use her backlegs. This Idea gives me Hope to Help her in this condition. Thank you for giving hope!
Thank you for the kind words. If you need additional information on the build of the walker or the body harness, you can contact me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I can share with you additional photos and tips about the build.
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Thank you. I just adopted a 6 week to 8 week old kitten that will need this to stand and walk
Allison, if you contact me by email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will send to you additional the material/parts list, build instructions and photos with dimensions.
Thank you i will poor little thing is frustrated and screams constantly
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@@allisoncampbell7029 I got 'em Thanks
God bless u.. Thanks alot..
Thank you.
Thank you!!
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thank you for your video. Its nice of you to try teach people how to make a walker for their kitty. Some times kittens do actually improve or recover. If not, the important thing is how good life is for the animal. Having it put to death is not a solution.
Thank you for the kind words.
My cat was poisoned by an Ortho pesticide 4 days ago. At first, over half of his body was paralysed. On the first day he was fed activated charcoal with pedialyte to detoxify his body.
He won't eat on his own so he is hand fed with a syringe, he has pedialyte and suppliments that are helping his nerves to recover. He can already lift his feet to his head and wiggle his tail. He does therapy on a small ball that supports his body while his legs and feet are getting exercise. I plan to build this walker for him so he can be more mobile.
Thank you so much for making this video.
+Happy Puss You are very welcome. I hope your cat is better now. (my apologies for my delayed response)
Thank you...It turned out to be Cardiomyopathy. I wish that the vets would of caught it in time. He threw a blood clot. :(
+Happy Puss I am sorry to hear of your cat's heart disease. I too, have seen cats that have experienced the development of a blood clot (aortic thromboembolism) which usually forms in the heart and travels through the blood stream. Most commonly, the clot lodges at the branch of the aorta that feeds the back legs, shutting down blood flow and causing partial or complete paralysis.
Thumbs up for this video.
Thank You
If you use Dr. Bronner epsom salt products, the bags I get usually come with a great velcro like closure that feels the same on both sides. I usually get this epsom salt primarily to remove those and save them for projects. I love it that they feel the same on both side. These could probably easily be repurposed in an item like this. You could also probably 3d print some of the framework to make it lighter and more customized than the pvc.
Thanks for the velcro option idea
I meant to say Dr. Teals epsom salts. The vecro is really the same on both sides. Also, you can bend pvc with hot sand and a nail form in something like plywood if you make a lot of these. Might save a bit of money if you don't need as many joint pieces.
Awesome!!! :D My cousin has a four-week old kitten. His legs are virtually dead, and he rarely has any control over his bowels. However, we're still hoping that he will be able to walk on all fours again with therapy. His spine has also been injured. We'd prolly need a much more tinier wheelchair tho heheh.
+Shay Grey The walker could probably be scaled down a bit, but it has successfully been used with 8 week old kittens. If you will send an email to me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com, I can send to you more detailed instructions and a list of materials and photos. There are lots of wheelchairs for very young kittens. Some resemble small two-wheeled carts. Search on "Miracle Kitten Cassidy". She was born without rear feet and is being cared for at TinyKittens.com www.buzzfeed.com/ishmaeldaro/miracle-kitten-cassidy#.ndKknOBW8e
@@hoc31rescue your awesome. Go d bless 🙌
@@jensbasement3862 Thank you for the kind words
Today I received an email from another viewer who, in January, built the physical therapy walker for one of their rescue kittens that had paralysis in its hind legs. The kitten is now eight months old, and today took its first steps without the walker. Check out the three videos... FFL: Anastasia gets the hang of her therapy cart
Hi, is it work for midle size (37 pounds) dog too?
My apologies for the late reply - I did not see your comment until now. This walker is made from 1/2 inch diameter PVC (plastic pipe). I do not believe it to be sturdy enough to support a mid-size dog. The walker could possibly be built with larger diameter pipe to be made stronger, but I have never tried. I have build a 2-wheel walker for a 40 pound dog. There are many videos available showing how to build a similar 2-wheel walker. You can see the story of Figgy here.... ruclips.net/video/91luUlicMEE/видео.html
Hi, hello from Brazil. Thank you, your video help me so much. They Give me some ideas and I developed a solution. Tks o/
If you have any questions, please let me know. I am happy to help.
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Thank you it will help alot ....my 5 month old kitty get paralysed his rear legs , I'll make one for him...thx again
You are welcome. If you need more information, I can provide photos and measurements if you contact me by email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com
Thanks very much for the information. I have received it okay
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Can the harness be adjusted for a 6-wk old as she grows or do we need to scale down the whole walker? Your video is awesome. I've been looking for the perfect walker for this kitten and you came to my rescue.
+Danni Smith As long as you can adjust the harness to fit the kitten (purchase small sizes or modify the harness to fit), you should not need to scale down the walker. The length of the straps that suspend the harness and the sling can easily be adjusted (I used large clips used for thick paperwork). It was necessary to make minor adjustments to the strap length ONLY to allow the cat to partially support its own weight for exercise and balance.
Thankyou so much for creating this video and this walker. I am sure you helped so many kittens. Thankyou. I too have a kitty with a neurologicol disorder and she has difficulty to walk without falling. I have sent you an email with the question if you could send me a list of the materials, so I can make my own walker for my kitten. thankyou so much, sending blessings.
I received your email and have sent the information to you. I hope it helps. If you have any questions, please contact me.
Where did you find the harness he wears? Our Mazie is sliding out of the homemade one we contrived.
I sent you an e-mail asking for the instructions. My daughter has a 4 month old kitten who is pretty small. She broke her back and has currently lost the use of her hind legs. I'm thinking that as she begins to heal this might help her until she can carry her full weight on her back and hind legs. Have you heard of anyone using this for that purpose? BTW - You are a godsend!!!
Marianne, thank you for the kind words. ...and I replied via email to you with instructions on both walkers. I hope it helps and your little kitten gets better.
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My cat just underwent spinal surgery on Friday. She is currently paralyzed but is very, very slowly regaining movement in back leg(s) with the help of leg stimulation and physio therapy excercises. We are 100% going to make one of these to help her in her recovery.
Quick question for you though. In the modified cart seen at the beginning and end of the video where you have the cross bar on top of the cart, did you just use a cat harness to hold your kitten up and "tie" her to that cross bar on the cart? The harness in the video that you made is simply square with velcro tabs and a few fabric loops. It does not show what you did after for the bit attached to the front of the cart. Either way, thank you for posting! Cannot wait to get this started!
I received your email and replied with information about the materials and instructions for building the walker.
Can u plz tell me if this measurements can be used for 6 month cat. I searched so many diy wheelchair but u describe it better than others and my cat can moves his both back legs after one month but he can't stand on his own so I'm really hoping this one will help him to recover
I posted a video of a larger walker for older cats that may be a better fit for your cat.... ruclips.net/video/dq-SbV3dVps/видео.html
If you contact me by email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com, I will send to you detailed information and photographs of the walker design.
i have a paralyzed cat but she feels her legs so we are hopeful it's lack of muscle strength 🥹 i will be building this for her it's an amazing idea. thank you for saving and helping many kittes ❤️ you're amazing
Thank you for the kind words. If you will contact me via email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will respond with more detailed information, instructions and photographs with dimensions of the materials and the build.
I emailed you for the list of supplies, but I am having a hard time seeing how you made the harness. I see the velcro, but it looks like you have two loops for the blue support straps. Am I right?
The 'loops' are short pieces of the same material as the support straps. I sewed the two ends of the short pieces directly to the sling, thereby creating a loop for the support straps.
I have 3-4 (one shows signs but not sure) that have ch 1 was really bad and could hardly walk and now walks like he never had it and then vets say that you should put them down when these beautiful cats are learning to balance themselves out and the same mother of the 2 older ones had a batch about 5 weeks ago and another 1 has really bad ch and she hopefully learns to walk like my other 2
Yes, unfortunately too many people think euthanasia should be performed, when often the cat only needs love and patience and a helping hand. Cerebellar Hypoplasia is most commonly caused by the kitten’s mother contracting the Panleukopenia virus while pregnant. If the mother passes on the virus during the end of pregnancy, the kittens can be born with CH. I hope the momma cat can be captured and spayed before she has more litters.
We recently adopted 3 CH kitties and the most severe case we made one of these for him. About how long does it take for them to become accustomed to it? Ours wouldn’t move for awhile and he seemed pretty freaked out. Any advice is welcomed, we just want them to be happy and be able to live a happy life. Thank you!
Cats are kinda like people - every one is different. Some just do not like change and others quickly realize that with the walker, they can move about more easily. Kittens seem to adjust to the walker faster than adult cats. I always recommend that you should get the kitten/cat accustomed to the sight, sounds and smell of the walker first. I suggest putting the front harness and body sling in your pocket for a day or two just so that those items now smell like you. Then put the collar/harness and the body sling in the kitten’s bed while it sleeps to get use to the feel of the material. I also suggest playing with the kittens near the walker so that the contraption (and its associated smells and noise (while rolling)) become familiar to the kittens. When the kitten in the walker, distract her/him with a feather toy or treats. Time in the walker should be PLAYTIME. Make it fun for the kitten. If the kitten is not liking it then take her out and start the process over again. Be patient. The walker is for therapy and the kitten should never be left unattended in the walker. I always suggest very short periods of time in the walker, multiple times a day… with lots of rewards of snuggles and hugs.
Thank you for this video..!! I really appreciate it... >< literally crying.. haaha.. my kitten cannot walk , its back leg paralayzed, and I want to make this fr him.. maybe he fall from the balcony or the car hit him im not sure.. hope this can help him to walk again. I thought want to bring it fr surgery but im not sure if that's possible.. :(
Deborah, if you will send to me an email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will send to you a list of materials and additional build instructions and photos of the walker.
So my cat is a bit older and has a hip problem she has put on a lot of weight and so I'm wondering if you could make it a bit larger for a larger cat in another diy video thank you for your time
Yes, I posted a second video for a larger version of the walker for adult cats. The video is on my RUclips Channel ( ruclips.net/user/hoc31rescue ). Here is the URL address to the video..... ruclips.net/video/dq-SbV3dVps/видео.html
I have built a walker/cart for a dog with mobility issues. This two-wheel cart could be scaled down in size to fit a cat. Here is the URL for the video.... ruclips.net/video/91luUlicMEE/видео.html
If you have questions, you can contact me by email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com
I'm trying to make a cat walker quad for a kitten with cerebral hypoplasia pretty bad but want it to be able to hold her more snugly because of the constant irradic movement hopefully with a chin stabilizer any recommendations on a diy?
There are numerous DIY options for a 'quad-chair'. Also, there are ways to modify the walker in the video to be a quad-device. Too much information for me to show in this comment section. If you will reach out to me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I can share with you the information I have found and used for what you are looking for. (I do not keep, save, maintain or share any contact information from viewers or subscribers)
Hello, My cat is a big cat he has a broken leg. The fron right leg, it is an awesome idea for my cat but I am wondering... How he can poo or pee? I wish you will respond to this. BTW i loved your video😁👍
My apologies for my delayed response. I did not receive the usual alert of your comment and only just today saw the comment. The walker should work for a front leg disability. You asked about normal body functions..... I would not recommend allowing a pet to use the walker unattended for any long period of time. This is a physical therapy walker and meant to be used as an exercise tool. Your pet would be unable to perform normal body functions while using the walker (I believe most walker/wheelchairs are not capable of facilitating such body functions). If your cat's leg is in a cast, then he should be able to get around fairly well. I recently had a cat with a broken back leg in a splint/wrap. The oversized wrap/splint barely slowed him down. Here is a link to his video... ruclips.net/video/AuiA219gejU/видео.html
You alright there .
Will this work for 3 week old kitten at all .
Keep up the good work .
A 3 week old kitten is still very small. Eyes are fully open, ears are erect, teeth are becoming visible. Kittens this age are just starting to walk and will be very wobbly and only weigh 8 to 12 ounces. Not until 4 or 5 weeks will kittens begin to pounce and leap.
Do you know for sure that your little kitten has a disability? Does the kitten have deformed legs? The walker in my video is probably too large for such a small kitten. It is possible to scale down the walker using smaller materials, but a 3 week old kitten may not have the strength to move the cart. You may wish to start by using a long narrow piece of soft cloth slung under the kitten's belly and held by you as you walk with the kitten to help it gain balance. If you will send an email to me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I can send to you additional instructions and photos of how to build the walker.
Thanks for your reply . Unfortunately there is definately something wrong with her . She is a lot smaller than her brothers and sister who are walking fine . She falls to her side after a step or too and her back legs are very uncoordinated . Bought formula kitten milk and bottles to try to give her more food in the hope its just cause shes small and not feeding enough . Will try the sling idea and see how she gets on . If no change i will email you for the walker instructions . I want to try to give her every chance i can to be as normal as possible . Thank you for your time and i am glad there are people like you that doesnt give up on them . Thanks again .
Your kitten is still very young. She may be just slow to develop, or if she is showing signs of uncoordinated balance and walking, she may have a condition called "cerebellar hypoplasia".
Feline cerebellar hypoplasia is a non-progressive, non-contagious neurological condition that results in walking and balance problems.
A kitten is born with CH when her cerebellum, the part of the brain that controls fine motor skills and coordination, is underdeveloped at birth.
A cerebellum’s growth can be stunted by a number of factors, most commonly if the mother contracted the feline panleukopenia virus while pregnant or if there was some sort of trauma to the kittens while they were in the womb.
Unless a CH cat has other health issues, her life expectancy is the same as a cat’s without CH. Since the condition is non-progressive, it will never get worse and in some cases, owners say that their cat became more capable over time. Here is a link to good information..... lifewithchcats.com/what-is-cerebellar-hypoplasia/
I have a very tiny kitten who is paralyzed from the waist down and when I say tiny I mean tiny any help to figure out how to make one small enough for him would be helpful #helptinytim
I have some ideas for a smaller cart, but this comment page does not work well for posting photos or long descriptions. If you wish to email me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com, I will gladly send to you additional info on the walkers in the videos as well as some ideas on a smaller version. If you search on "Cassidy Miracle Kitten" you will find many photos and videos of a tiny kitten that needed a very small cart.
Hi thank you for the video! Can you please tell me where you get this wheelchair frame ??
The frame is made from plastic pipe. The plastic pipe and associated fittings are typically found in most household hardware / home improvement stores and used in home construction for plumbing drain pipe and some water lines. It is also used in the United States for landscape irrigation. In some countries the PVC pipe and fittings are not white in color, but available in blue (water pipe) and orange (electric) or green. I hope this helps.
If you send an email to me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com, I will send to you a materials list, additional build instructions, and photos.
@@hoc31rescue could you send me a material list and instructions?
@@dna21009 Yesterday, I sent an email to you with a materials list, additional build instructions, and photos.
will this work for a 12 week old kitten? i cant find any walkers for kittens . only cats :/
+Brooke T Yes, this walker was originally built for Thumper who was between 10 and 11 weeks old. I have corresponded with more than 500 people around the world who have built this walker for their kitten. The larger version which I show in a different video is made for adult cats ruclips.net/video/dq-SbV3dVps/видео.html&nohtml5=False
Greetings brothers, we are going through a situation with a kitten exactly like the one in the video, it has problems with its hind legs, it has been lying down for 14 days, it has a lot of pain, the vet has given it several medications and they do not even know what it has but it worries me that his legs become too weak and irreversible from being lying down for so long we saw your video and the question is where they sell that blue vest that has suspenders and what name does it have Please help us
Cristal,
So sorry to hear about your kitten. (if you will please contact me via email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will forward to you a list of materials, additional photos and a brief description of the walker build and how I used the sling and harness).
I will try to respond to your immediate concerns in this post. Apologies if this is long…
The kitten in the video was diagnosed with Cerebellar hypoplasia (CH). Cerebellar hypoplasia is a congenital condition in which the cerebellum of the brain fails to develop properly. The cerebellum is the portion of the brain that controls fine motor skills, balance, and coordination. The condition is not painful or contagious or progressive. It occurs most commonly when a pregnant cat becomes infected with feline panleukopenia, virus and it passes to her unborn kittens.
….That was a long description but I wanted you to know that it is a condition that is inherited from the mother cat. The condition is NOT painful to the cat and does not typically worsen. You said your kitten was in pain.
I am concerned that your kitten is exhibiting the symptoms of a Saddle Thrombus. A thrombus is a clot that forms in the bloodstream (typically forms in the heart). When it’s dislodged from the heart and enters the aorta it ends up burying into the bifurcation of this large artery as it branches off into the smaller arteries that supply blood to the hind limbs. When it gets stuck it’s now called an embolism. The result in the case of a saddle thrombus (an embolism at the base of the aorta) is that it cuts off the blood supply--mostly to the back legs, which is an extremely painful condition. I don’t mean to scare you, and it seems unlikely that a kitten would have a blood clot, but you may want to ask your vet. Did your vet perform an X-ray to look for spinal injuries?
The Harness: The kitten in the video is wearing a “Ferret Walking Harness” which can be found at most pet stores and online shopping such as Amazon.com. www.amazon.com/ferret-harness/s?k=ferret+harness
This harness fits around the front shoulders and chest/neck and allows the kitten to “pull” the walker. The blue harness that wraps around the kitten’s mid-section and supports the kitten’s body. I made this sling using available materials sewn in a size to fit the kitten. If you will email me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com, I will share with you the instructions and measurements for this sling.
where can I get the full instructions on how to make this? found a baby kitten and it can't use its back legs.
Kassandra, if you will contact me through my email hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will gladly send to you additional instructions, parts list and photos.
Kassandra, if you still need the full instructions, please contact me through my email hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will gladly send to you additional instructions, parts list and photos.
Thank you so much for posting this video! My 7 month old cat has a disease called FIA feline infectious anemia. His legs stopped working at an early age, so he had to drag himself around the house, after a while he lost his energy and wouldn't move, so we started giving him some medicine, he's done extremely well since the medication (Which only lasted for 21 days) and he moves around a lot more, but he still can't walk, so hopefully I can make this for him.
Sorry for the long comment :/ but I was wondering if you could give me the materials you used, I tried contacting you through email, but for some reason the message wouldn't send. Thank you!!! :D
Reina,
My sincerest apologies if I did not reply to you when you first posted this comment. I have looked through my emails and do not see any emails to you. If you are still looking for instructions on the walker, I can try and send to you. My email address is hoc.288lives@yahoo.com The instructions included details as well as photos that I am unable to post here on You Tube, so if you can try and send an email to me, I promise to get back to you. If the email fails, please post a reply here and we will find another method of corresponding.
That is totally fine, he is in heaven right now 😊 but we expected that even before I asked you this. Thank you so much for caring about for your own cat and building this for it and sharing this with me! 😁
So sorry for the loss of you beloved pet. Although his life was short, I am certain he knew that he was loved.
hoc.288lives@yahoo.com
do you need to remove and put the dog everyday on the wheel chair?
Your pet should NEVER be left unattended in the walker and should not be in the walker for long periods of time. A pet with special needs may need help when using a walker or a wheel chair. The wheel chair could become stuck in a corner or in household furniture and the pet would be unable to extract itself. Always stay with your pet when using any type of wheel chair device.
Thank u so much for this video, i found my cat can not stand because i thinks he get hit by motorcycle. After xray no problem, i feel sad can not do anything, but i keep searching n find this video. Thanks a lot.. 😢😢😢
Laksmi Putri If you would like a list of materials and a brief description of the build, please email me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com.
I have also designed a larger version of the walker that has been successfully used with young adult cats. If your cat is older than 12 weeks, this larger version may be a better fit for your cat. The video is posted on my You Tube channel (hoc31rescue). ruclips.net/video/dq-SbV3dVps/видео.html
I need help please
My kitten has been paralyzed since she was 3 weeks old. Ive been going to the vet for more than a month for medication the vet told me it is best to put her to sleep, i dont want to do that, we left her walking around the house and she kept dragging herself till she broke her tendons and now i dont know what to do
Dinna, You did not mention the severity of the paralysis, or if it is cerebellar hypoplasia which is a lack of balance, stability and coordination of the legs. You comments states that your kitten 'broke' her tendons. I am not a vet, but I don't see how the tendons were damaged by simply dragging. If you will send an email to me at HO12C@yahooo.com, I can reply and forward to you the information and instructions on how to build the walker.
We should take measurement as cm or inch?? Plss reply
The video (at time 1:13 shows the measurements in inches. PLEASE contact me by email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com and I will send to you detailed photos with dimensions (in inches and cm) and instructions on how to build the walker.
Hello, I just saw your video and I can really use one of those for my cat. She is having trouble walking because of joint pain and she is a bit overweight. She spends most of her time sleeping. She is an active cat but because of the soreness she has In her joints, she does not bother playing or doing anything at all. Is there anyway i can get one built and I will send you the money? I would try to built it myself but I am not so good in doing that. Please let me know. Thank you again for the video!
Priscilla, so sorry to hear about your cat's joint pain. My apologies, but I am not in a place to be able to build and ship the walker. However. the walker is easy to build and you can enlist the help of a friend or animal lover to help. If you will contact me via email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will send to you a list of parts needed, instructions, lots of photos of the build process and helpful tips.
@@hoc31rescue thank you so much!
@@prif7800 My email is hoc.288lives@yahoo.com (and if you are worried about sending an email, I do NOT keep or share contact information with anyone, so send me an email and I will send to you build instructions and photos.
I need one! My 17 year old cats front leg is paralyzed and this would be purrfect!!!
Rhonda, you may contact me at hoc288lives@yahoo.com for more information. But please understand that this walker may likely not work well for front-leg paralysis. Modifications would probably be needed to essentially support the entire body equally so that the cat could push with its hind legs. This walker 'might' work, but the cat's ability to steer may be hampered a bit.
Hi I have a kitten with problems walking where can I get instructions to make this walker please
Caron, I received your email and just responded with several emails with instructions and photos.
Will this wheelchair work outside?
The walker performs best on a hard, flat surface. It probably would not work well on rough, uneven ground or in grass. It is not recommended that the pet be in the walker unattended as its purpose is to gently support the pet to help regain balance and strength. There are many other wheelchair designs available online that are made for pets with more permanent paralysis and are better suited for outdoor use. I hope this answers your question.
Hi what materials did you use? My cat is becoming paralyzed and I would really like to make this please
+Larissa Ishmael My sincerest apologies. I apparently failed to see your comment and request for info. If you would like a list of materials and a brief description of the build, please email me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com.
I have also designed a larger version of the walker that has been successfully used with young adult cats. If your cat is older than 12 weeks, this larger version may be a better fit for your cat. The video is posted on my You Tube channel (hoc31rescue). ruclips.net/video/dq-SbV3dVps/видео.html
It's ok she passed away :/
+Larissa Ishmael I am so sorry. I should have been more diligent in checking for comments and requests.
+hoc31rescue no its okay because from what was paralyzing her happened so fast there was no cure
The loss of a loved pet is always difficult.
Hi where do i need to buy those pvc’s ?? If anyone happened to know pls hit me up
You did not mention where you are located, but the plastic pipe (PVC) and fittings are typically found in most household hardware stores and used for plumbing drain pipe. It is also used here in the United States for landscape irrigation. In some countries the PVC pipe and fittings are available in blue (water pipe) and orange (electric) or green. If you contact me via email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I can send to you more detailed build instructions and a list of materials needed.
There is no online document with a list of materials, but if you will email me at:
hoc.288lives@yahoo.com, I will send to you a detailed list and brief description.
Sent you email
Katherine Underwood did they respond? I was thinking about emailing but it’s been a really long time
Hi, do you think this will works for a rabbit?
The walker in my video should work for rabbits too. I have had several people contact me for my detailed instructions specifically so they could build the walker for their bunny. If you want additional photos and details for building the walker, just send an email to me and I will share all the info I have. hoc.288lives@yahoo.com
After sending my previous comment, I looked online. There are several sites and posting that provide information on building a wheelchair for bunnies with special needs. Here is one link I found to a Facebook page. And a second link to "WabbitWiki" for special needs rabbits....
facebook.com/dollyalittledisabledrabbit/posts/here-is-wonderful-wheelchair-plans-that-i-found-online-if-you-would-like-to-make/497152333749353/
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wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Special_needs_rabbits
quelqu'un peut-il me fabriquer ceci pour mon chat ataxique ?
Le fauteuil roulant est facile à construire et fonctionne bien pour les chats atteints d'hypoplasie cérébelleuse (ataxie). Si vous me contacter par email à hoc.288lives@yahoo.com, je vous enverrai des instructions supplémentaires, des photos et une liste de matériel.
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Is there a way I can get a copy of printed instructions and materials list? Sorry, I am old school and do better with the printed word.
Darlyne, no apologies necessary. I understand how a computer screen can be inconvenient when attempting to follow build instructions when away from the computer screen. That said, these instructions are less step-by-step written instructions and more annotated photographs showing dimensions of the components and how they go together. The photos are helpful for understanding the build process, but not really needed for continuous reference.
If you would please contact me by email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will respond with lots of photos and tips and suggestions. I have received over 1,300 email requests from around the world and the information I send seems to be helpful. Read through my email and look at the attached photos and if you have any questions, please ask. (I do not retain or share any email information).
The following is a List of Materials Cat Walker/Wheelchair for kitten younger than 12 weeks
(pipe measurements are shown as length and inside diameter, and in U.S. and Metric measurements)
5ft (1.5m) 1/2 inch diameter (12.5mm) PVC plastic pipe
2ea 1/2 inch (12.5mm) PVC end caps slip-type (no thread)
6ea 1/2 inch (12.5mm) 90 degree PVC elbow (slip-type)
4ea 1/2 inch (12.5mm) PVC "T" fitting (slip-type)
2ea 1-1/2 inch (38mm) caster-type wheel (for front of walker.
2ea 3-1/2 inch(89mm) lightweight plastic wheels (for rear of walker).
2ea 3/16 inch (4.5mm) threaded bolt with 2ea nuts and washers (length based on thickness of rear wheel and PVC pipe)
1ea small or medium size "Comfort Harness" (for a ferret - available at pet stores or online).
Non-elastic cloth/material for sling and straps (cut to fit).
Double-sided Velcro strips (cable ties or plant ties) cut to length.
@@hoc31rescue Thank you for responding. Hubby and I were able to build one with your RUclips instructions, and our 3 legged foster is starting to use it. Thanks so much.
@@darlynecoyner1862 Thank you for your kind words and the wonderful success story of your foster. And if you are willing to share, I would enjoy seeing any photos of your foster using the wheelchair you made. hoc.288lives@yahoo.com
Could you please send me the list of materials?
Linda Wehrle Linda, please send me an email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com so that I can send to you additional photos and a list of materials. It is easier to correspond by email and send photos by email than through this comment section. Apologies for the inconvenience.
No you're fine. That would be great if you can just reply to this address. meezlinda1945@gmail.com
I have 3 rescued kitten here. One of them is my daugthers pet yuki was accidentally bitten by our nieghbors dog while he is pooping outside our house.. yuki confine for 4 days in the animal clinic and we find out that he cant stand up his two feet at the back... please anyone can help me to have this DIY Walker for yuki.., my daughter always crying everytime she saw yuki in that situation..,
The walker is easy to build. Contact me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com and I will forward to you instructions and photos of how to build the walker for Yuki.
is the measure with an inch or cm?
The measurements shown in video at 1:15 are in inches. If you would like more information than shown in the video, you can contact me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com and I will gladly share with you or anyone detailed instructions photos of the build process.
@@hoc31rescue thank you so much
I wanna ask you about my cat case, his backbone was broken,has no sense at all in his legs and tail so my question is this wheelchair good for his case?
@@aregeyehia4170 ......The walker in my video is designed to partially support the cat's weight, and allow the cat to use it's rear legs to "walk". If your cat has severe nerve damage and is unable to use it's legs, my design may not be the best. It may be ok, but there are other designs that would be better. The best design would be a small, lightweight, 2-wheel cart / wheelchair. I have seen simple designs online that could be built easily. And I have seen some for sale that are not too expensive. I could share some information with you, but RUclips does not allow me to post photos here in the comment section. If you have more questions, you can contact me at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com. I do not retain or share any contact information from people who send emails to me. I will not use your contact information other than to respond to you. Here is a link to do-it-yourself wheelchair for cats I found online. www.instructables.com/How-to-Make-a-Cat-Wheelchair/
@@hoc31rescue ok i will send to you today about my cat case,to help us with the best design to him
Thank you so much really...
Okay, this just popped up also.
hi, do you selll them? there is no way I can build one myself :(
Surgarcube700, no, I am sorry but I do not sell the walkers. I was approached by a local cat rescue organization that needed a wheelchair for one of their rescues. Commercially available wheelchairs were far too expensive, so I built this inexpensive walker and posted the video so that others could also build for themselves. The walker is very easy to build and many people around the world have corresponded with me; sending me photos of their build. The materials are readily available at local hardware stores and no special tools are needed. If you will contact me at stac91hoc@yahoo.com, I will gladly send to you a detailed list of materials, photographs and some additional information on the build. I can walk you through the process if you are willing to give it a try.
ty I will send u an email :)
+sugarcube700 If you are still looking for one of these, or a different model, I decided after making a couple for a friend who has a cat that needs therapy that I would like to make the frames for my cost plus shipping as a service to cat lovers that have needs. I do not make the slings, since that is more specific, and not where my skills lie.
Let me know. I have built this person's larger version for an adult cat, and could easily make this kitten model... I have also built a different style that a guy named Leon has posted on RUclips a couple of years ago.
Thank you very much. How much do you think it would be? I live in Israel.
The thing is that my can is more than a year old, and I doubt if she'll ever walk again, it's been almost a year since she was run over by a car, and she won't bend her back legs :(
sugarcube700, I will forward your comment/question to Darwin Gregory. I suspect you are correct regarding the prognosis of your cat. A year of immobility would likely result in neuropathy and muscle loss in the legs.
Hi do you have a different e-mail i get that it does'nt exist???
Nina, I received your email. I will be sending an email reply in a few minutes.
Nina-Kristin, I sent emails to you just now. Please let me know if you do not receive them or cannot open the attachments.
Are u still making these
Picasa Baby, I originally posted this video to help people to build the walker for their pets. I unfortunately do not build-to-sell. But if you will contact me via email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will gladly send to you detailed instructions and photographs for building the walker.
@@hoc31rescue hey. Can I send u thru gmail?
@@picasababy449 Yes. If you have gmail, you can send an email to me at this address.... ho12c@yahoo.com and I will send the information to you.
When DIY videos were actually useful 🙂
Thank you!
hoc31rescue can I get the plans for this cart,please? I have a 10 week old kitten that was brought to the shelter I work at and we need a therapy cart.
Would it be possible to get the plans for this cart? We have. 10 month kitten that is paralyzed at the shelter I work at and this cart would be perfect!!! 😊
@@terrikutayli3947 Terri, yes, I can send to you the list of materials, photos and build suggestions, but this comment section will not allow the attachments. If you contact me via email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will send the information. (I do not keep or share contact information with ANYONE)
@@terrikutayli3947 Terri, yes, I can send to you the list of materials, photos and build suggestions, but this comment section will not allow the attachments. If you contact me via email at hoc.288lives@yahoo.com I will send the information.
I found an online source for plastic wheels. Here is a link.... www.surpluscenter.com/Wheels/Casters/Caster-Miscellaneous-Wheels/