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Balto® Life – Hip Dysplasia Brace

Rated 4.9 out of 5
Based on 10 reviews
Regular price$180.00
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Supports:

  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Hind-End Mobility
  • Pets Experiencing Paralysis
  • Arthritis/Arthrosis

Ideal for padded hind-end support to promote mobility, and without the straps for compression of the hips.

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The Balto® Life is ideal for dogs with all degrees of hip dysplasia. It can help relieve pain by providing bilateral hip compression via two rigid disks lined with a double layer of comfortable, soft material.

The brace is made from a washable, breathable fabric and features adjustable, removable handles to help pets with limited mobility. It can be used as an alternative for pets who are not suitable candidates for surgery, though it is not recommended to use in place of surgery.

Ideal for:

  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Hip Arthrosis
  • Pets with limited mobility

Features:

  • Bilateral compression of the hips helps reduce pain
  • Engineered to allow dogs to relieve themselves naturally without soiling the brace
  • Height adjustable handle straps
  • High quality breathable fabric
  • Hand washable
  • Available in 5 sizes

Size Chart

SIZE SKU CIRCUMFERENCE
X-Small BTLIFEXS 6" - 7.75"
Small BTLIFES 9.75" - 11.75"
Medium BTLIFEM 11.75" - 13.75"
Large BTLIFEL 15.75" - 17.5"
X-Large BTLIFEXL 19.5" - 21.5"

Measurement A: Circumference of upper thigh

Instructions for Use

Step 1
Prepare the brace by opening the straps. Open the brace and lay it flat while guiding your dog's legs into the designated openings (Fig. 1).
figure 1 for balto life brace
Step 2
Pull the brace up around the dog. Position the brace by lining up the hips with the padded discs (Fig. 2).
figure 2 for balto life brace
Step 3
Secure all the Velcro straps by passing them through the buckles. Tightly close with the Velcro straps (Fig. 3).
figure 3 for balto life brace
Step 4
The straps are adjustable: Remove the Velcro ends and cut the strap to the desired length. Reapply the Velcro ends and tightly close with the Velcro strap to ensure the brace is stable (Fig. 4).
figure 4 for balto life brace
Step 5
The straps should be close to the back and should not be around the brace. It is important for the brace to be tightly closed (Fig. 5).
figure 5 for balto life brace
Step 6
Attach the adjustable handle and adjust as needed (Fig. 6).
figure 6 for balto life brace

Shipping

Shipping

Please allow Balto® USA up to 2 business days for order processing. Once your order has been processed, you should receive it within 3-5 business days. There will be a shipping fee of $10.00 per order.

SHIPPING CHARGES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

Returns & Exchanges

Returns & Exchanges

Once the product reaches the purchaser, Balto USA reserves the right to refuse a full refund. Balto USA will accept returns or requests for refunds for any product within 30 days of receipt of product. Refunds will only be honored if during the initial fitting the product is determined to be a poor fit, function, and/or the product is affecting the health or healing of the patient. Visual inspection may be required.

The brace must be in resale condition to receive a refund. This means that the brace cannot have hair, wear, dirt, and/or no modifications can have been made to the brace. If the packaging is damaged there will be a 10% restocking fee deducted from that product's refund. After we receive the brace back, we will evaluate its condition and then issue a refund.  Balto USA does not offer refunds for refusal from your pet to wear the product. If the purchaser simply does not want to use the device for reasons other than described above, Balto USA will not issue a refund.

For supplemental nutritional items that include but not limited to Myos®, Kodiak Naturals, and Pincher® Chews: Returns and exchanges are only available for unopened, sealed products in original packaging.

Balto USA will NOT cover the cost of return shipping. If you are needing to exchange your brace, a return mailing label will be provided for you once your request has been approved. To exchange a product, you will need to place your new order online. Once we receive the return or exchange back, we will evaluate its condition and then issue you a refund. Returns and exchanges must be in resale condition to receive a refund.

If for any reason delivery is confirmed by the carrier and the product cannot be found, a police report must be filed before a replacement is sent. If the product is lost by the carrier, Balto USA will file a claim and a replacement will be sent.

SHIPPING CHARGES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

Promotion Return Policy: The purchase of any Balto USA product(s) using a promotional code(s) must additionally abide by the Balto USA Promotional Return Policy requirements. If a return is requested, the customer can: a) return promotional item(s) in their original, undamaged packaging with the return of their Balto USA product(s) purchase or b) return only the purchased Balto USA product(s) and have market price of the promotional item(s)* deducted from the refund of payment. In the event that the returned promotional item(s) are found used or damaged upon receiving, the market price of the promotional item(s)* will be deducted from the return of payment.

*KONG® Assorted Box - The assorted box includes 12 KONG® toys (small to large breeds) - $164.00 value.

Tips & Tricks

  • Allow up to two weeks for your pet to fully accept the brace
  • Wear the brace for 30 minutes a day, increasing 30 minutes each day after, for up to 12 hours
  • Consult your veterinarian for specific instructions on when to wear your brace
  • Remove the brace when your animal sleeps at night
  • Inspect your pet for signs of skin irritation. If any are present, contact your veterinarian
  • In addition to wiping the brace clean, keep skin and fur that comes into contact with the brace clean
  • Inspect your brace regularly for any damage

The Balto® Life is ideal for dogs with all degrees of hip dysplasia. It can help relieve pain by providing bilateral hip compression via two rigid disks lined with a double layer of comfortable, soft material.

The brace is made from a washable, breathable fabric and features adjustable, removable handles to help pets with limited mobility. It can be used as an alternative for pets who are not suitable candidates for surgery, though it is not recommended to use in place of surgery.

Ideal for:

  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Hip Arthrosis
  • Pets with limited mobility

Features:

  • Bilateral compression of the hips helps reduce pain
  • Engineered to allow dogs to relieve themselves naturally without soiling the brace
  • Height adjustable handle straps
  • High quality breathable fabric
  • Hand washable
  • Available in 5 sizes

Size Chart

SIZE SKU CIRCUMFERENCE
X-Small BTLIFEXS 6" - 7.75"
Small BTLIFES 9.75" - 11.75"
Medium BTLIFEM 11.75" - 13.75"
Large BTLIFEL 15.75" - 17.5"
X-Large BTLIFEXL 19.5" - 21.5"

Measurement A: Circumference of upper thigh

Instructions for Use

Step 1
Prepare the brace by opening the straps. Open the brace and lay it flat while guiding your dog's legs into the designated openings (Fig. 1).
figure 1 for balto life brace
Step 2
Pull the brace up around the dog. Position the brace by lining up the hips with the padded discs (Fig. 2).
figure 2 for balto life brace
Step 3
Secure all the Velcro straps by passing them through the buckles. Tightly close with the Velcro straps (Fig. 3).
figure 3 for balto life brace
Step 4
The straps are adjustable: Remove the Velcro ends and cut the strap to the desired length. Reapply the Velcro ends and tightly close with the Velcro strap to ensure the brace is stable (Fig. 4).
figure 4 for balto life brace
Step 5
The straps should be close to the back and should not be around the brace. It is important for the brace to be tightly closed (Fig. 5).
figure 5 for balto life brace
Step 6
Attach the adjustable handle and adjust as needed (Fig. 6).
figure 6 for balto life brace

Please allow Balto® USA up to 2 business days for order processing. Once your order has been processed, you should receive it within 3-5 business days. There will be a shipping fee of $10.00 per order.
SHIPPING CHARGES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

Returns & Exchanges

Once the product reaches the purchaser, Balto USA reserves the right to refuse a full refund. Balto USA will accept returns or requests for refunds for any product within 30 days of receipt of product. Refunds will only be honored if during the initial fitting the product is determined to be a poor fit, function, and/or the product is affecting the health or healing of the patient. Visual inspection may be required.

The brace must be in resale condition to receive a refund. This means that the brace cannot have hair, wear, dirt, and/or no modifications can have been made to the brace. If the packaging is damaged there will be a 10% restocking fee deducted from that product's refund. After we receive the brace back, we will evaluate its condition and then issue a refund.  Balto USA does not offer refunds for refusal from your pet to wear the product. If the purchaser simply does not want to use the device for reasons other than described above, Balto USA will not issue a refund.

For supplemental nutritional items that include but not limited to Myos®, Kodiak Naturals, and Pincher® Chews: Returns and exchanges are only available for unopened, sealed products in original packaging.

Balto USA will NOT cover the cost of return shipping. If you are needing to exchange your brace, a return mailing label will be provided for you once your request has been approved. To exchange a product, you will need to place your new order online. Once we receive the return or exchange back, we will evaluate its condition and then issue you a refund. Returns and exchanges must be in resale condition to receive a refund.

If for any reason delivery is confirmed by the carrier and the product cannot be found, a police report must be filed before a replacement is sent. If the product is lost by the carrier, Balto USA will file a claim and a replacement will be sent.

SHIPPING CHARGES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

Promotion Return Policy: The purchase of any Balto USA product(s) using a promotional code(s) must additionally abide by the Balto USA Promotional Return Policy requirements. If a return is requested, the customer can: a) return promotional item(s) in their original, undamaged packaging with the return of their Balto USA product(s) purchase or b) return only the purchased Balto USA product(s) and have market price of the promotional item(s)* deducted from the refund of payment. In the event that the returned promotional item(s) are found used or damaged upon receiving, the market price of the promotional item(s)* will be deducted from the return of payment.

*KONG® Assorted Box - The assorted box includes 12 KONG® toys (small to large breeds) - $164.00 value.

  • Allow up to two weeks for your pet to fully accept the brace
  • Wear the brace for 30 minutes a day, increasing 30 minutes each day after, for up to 12 hours
  • Consult your veterinarian for specific instructions on when to wear your brace
  • Remove the brace when your animal sleeps at night
  • Inspect your pet for signs of skin irritation. If any are present, contact your veterinarian
  • In addition to wiping the brace clean, keep skin and fur that comes into contact with the brace clean
  • Inspect your brace regularly for any damage