Balance Disc - FitPaws

pump sold separately PURCHASE PUMP pet experience level Details Features Use & Care Rehab Protocol FAQs Details The Balance Disc can be used for weight-bearing exercises, balance training, and core training for performance dogs. It has two training surfaces to ensure that your pet is comfortable and challenged at the same time, one side is smooth while the other has nubs to increase sensory stimulation and grip if needed. Since the Balance Disc is an inflatable balance tool, any micro-movements your pet makes will force them to engage their mind and muscles to maintain their balance.  FitPAWS products have been designed specifically for dogs and are trusted by thousands of fitness and rehabilitation professionals, clinics, training facilities, and pet parents. FitPAWS strives to  help strengthen muscles, increase range of motion and flexibility, engage neuromuscular facilitation, provide sensory and perceptual stimulation, joint alignment and balance control in all types of pets. Whether your pet is involved in sporting activities or just a house-pet, core strength is necessary for your dog to control its body during movements like running, jumping, and turning. Fitness Training is also a great way to help prevent injuries! CONDITIONS CCL Tear Partial Full Luxating Patella Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) Sprains and Strains Arthritis Chronic Inflammation Tendonitis Sports Conditioning and Training BENEFITS Agility & Flexibility Body/Limb Awareness & Balance Muscle Building Beginner Balance Training General Fitness Rehabilitation Injury Prevention Features FEATURES Non-slip surface Sensory bumps provide neural stimulation Smooth side to reduce neural stimulation if needed Defined area for foot position Can be inflated to different Intensity Levels based on your dogs progress 30-day warranty for manufacturing defects Pump sold separately Use & Care CARE DO NOT OVERINFLATE. Deflate to wash, use warm soapy water to clean. Lay flat to dry. Deflate when not in use. Leaving the product inflated permanently may cause the material to thin and become weakened, which may increase the risk of puncturing the product when in use.  Avoid using products like Simple Green, Lysol wipes, bleach and other harsh detergents on any of your inflatable balance products. Do not store on a stand. This can affect the quality of the Balance Disc by producing wear marks which may become weak areas.  USE Consult with your veterinarian/physical therapist to determine the best treatment plan. Do not leave your pet unattended when using the Balance Disc. This product is not a toy and is meant for rehab and fitness use only.  Do not store in sunlight or extreme temperatures, this can change the durability of the Balance Disc. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or heat, such as heaters, lamps, fireplaces, etc. Before each use, check the exercise area and your clothing for sharp objects that may puncture or damage the Balance Disc. Always use the exercise equipment in a large, open room to reduce the risk of injury or puncturing the product. DO NOT use on abrasive surfaces. Avoid direct contact with ink printed material as the ink can transfer and mark the inflatable products. DO NOT patch or repair punctured equipment. Product is intended for indoor use only. INFLATION Always inspect your FitPAWS products for damage. Creases and folds are normal since it will come folded, but any snags or tears will prohibit you from inflating properly.  Allow time for the inflatable products to get to room temperature. If the material is too hot or too cold it will not inflate properly. We strongly recommend inflating the product to 80-90% and then let the product sit for 24 hours to stretch. You may find that after 24 hours you can inflate slightly more.  DO NOT OVER INFLATE. FitPAWS Balance Products should be filled according to size, but there can be variances. If you find that you cannot inflate the product to the indicated size without tension, do not inflate further. Let the product sit for 24 hours and try again to inflate to the desired size. For best performance, you should be able to depress the surface easily, approximately 2” with your fingertips, soft to the touch. Any inflatable that is stretched too tight has the potential to burst. Please pay attention to the surface tension of the products. If it is too tight to the touch, reduce the air and let the product sit for 24 hours before using. Please note that maximum sizes noted are ONLY a guideline. If the products, for any reason, appear to be too tight and do not inflate to maximum height, or are hard to the touch, then STOP - DO NOT inflate further. Release air and allow the product to sit overnight before use. Actual sizes slightly vary. Rehab Protocol EXERCISE BASICS Ensure your dog is healthy to begin exercise. Consult your canine health professional before beginning this or any exercise program.  Always check for proper body alignment while performing exercises. Watch to ensure back and neck are neutral. Front limbs and hind limbs should support weight safely. Avoid over extension of limbs, neck, and back.  Perform an equal number of exercise repetitions on both sides of the body.  Start slow and build up. 3-5 repetitions is adequate for dogs beginning an exercise program.  Never over-exercise or over-tire your dog. Always watch for and listen to signs of tiredness or exhaustion. We recommend your dog use a safety harness, while exercising on the equipment. The Balance Disc can be used as a stand-alone balance tool or can be used with other FitPAWS equipment for more dynamic exercises.  To use the Balance Disc, simply have your pet stand on the disc with two paws and encourage them to shift their weight. This will engage their muscles and force them to balance. If your dog is smaller, they may be able to stand with all four paws on the Balance Disc (only do this if it does not cause your pets back to hunch). Increase or decrease the Intensity Level by changing the amount of air in the disc.  Download Instructions   *User assumes the risk when using this product. AOC and FPW International LLC shall not be liable for any damages that result from the use of an inflatable product. FAQs WHY FITPAWS FITNESS? FitPAWS Canine Conditioning Equipment is the #1 brand of fitness and rehab equipment for dogs! The combination of physical and mental exercises is absolutely critical to a well-balanced dog. FitPAWS Products are a great way to exercise your dog mentally and physically at the same time. FitPAWS Products  combine dog-specific equipment that provides fun dog fitness that you can do at home, outside, in a rehab facility, or anywhere that you need it! IS THE Balance DISC A GOOD BEGINNER BALANCE TOOL? Yes. The Balance Disc is a great option for pets who are beginners with balance equipment. This rehab tool is stable enough that your pet won't strain themselves trying to stay on it but will work enough to keep themselves centered on the disc.  WHY DO I NEED TO TRIM MY DOGS NAILS BEFORE USING THE Balance Disc? Your dog's nails must be trimmed before using the Balance Disc in order to reduce the chance of puncturing the equipment. If your dog's nails are too long or are sharp, then the nail may puncture the product when they jump onto or off of the equipment. This poses a risk to both you and your dog as the Balance Disc may deflate quickly and could scare and/or injure your dog. We recommend that you always trim your dog's nails before using the Balance Disc and assist your dog when mounting or dismounting the balance equipment. ARE FITPAWS REHAB TOOLS GOOD FOR PUPPIES? FitPAWS products are perfect for helping get rid of a puppy's excess energy, while giving them a beneficial physical and mental ‘job’ by engaging them in new games, tricks, and behaviors. Many of the FitPAWS tools are low-impact and you can start training your puppy with them as early as 8 weeks, starting with 3–5 minute training sessions. Improving your puppy’s core strength, confidence, and body awareness puts them on track to living a longer, happier, and healthier life. A more active lifestyle strengthens your puppy to help prevent future injuries and benefits their overall well-being. WHAT CAN THE balance DISC BE USED FOR? The Disc is great for balance training and muscle building. The stability of the disc can be changed depending on the amount of air you put in it. Less air creates a more unstable surface and a higher Intensity Level. More air creates a more stable surface and a lower Intensity Level. Your pet may need two Balance Discs to fit all four paws for a full body session.   WHAT DO THE SENSORY NUBS DO AND WILL THEY HURT MY DOG? The sensory nubs should not hurt your dog, though some dogs may not like the feeling of the nubs since it is a new sensation. They are made of the same flexible material as the rest of the product and will slightly compress when your dog stands on them. The sensory nubs aid in sensory input for your dog, meaning they help your dog feel what is under them more than they would with a smooth surface. They also help with paw grip when using balance products. HOW LONG WILL THIS PRODUCT LAST? With proper care, this product should last 1-2 years. However, you should always check the equipment before and after each use to ensure there are no signs of excessive wear. Always replace the equipment if there are any signs of wear, if the product won't inflate, or if the product deflates during use.