Performance Dog Knee Brace PRO | CCL Dog Rear Leg Brace - COMING SOON!!

Performance Dog Knee Brace - Order Process MEASURE Measure your dog's leg using the measurement guide below. Purchase Enter your measurements and purchase your Performance Dog Knee Brace Pro. FIT We ship your dog brace based on the size selected. You fit it to your dog's leg, and they are on the way to recovery! WHAT BRACE IS BEST FOR MY DOG? COMPARE KNEE BRACES Details Features Measurements & Sizing FAQs Instructions & Care Details Our Performance Dog Knee Brace Pro is a semi-custom orthotic that can be adjusted to fit your pet's leg. It supports and stabilizes the knee joint while limiting harmful, abnormal movement, such as tibial thrust, to help reduce pain and swelling. By keeping the knee properly supported, the brace allows your dog to walk more comfortably, helps prevent further injury, and gives the body's natural healing process time to form the scar tissue needed to stabilize the joint. The combination of a replaceable, adjustable strap system, secure tensioning D-rings, high-quality motion hinges, and triple-layered cushioning foam provides strong support while maintaining a lightweight, comfortable fit on the limb. What makes the performance dog knee brace pro semi-custom? Adjustable hinges for precise range of motion and support Multiple strap lengths to accommodate different limb sizes Moldable shell that can be shaped for a more personalized fit Two sizes available to better match your dog's measurements Common Conditions This Dog Knee Brace Treats Partial cranial cruciate ligament tears (CCL/ACL) Full cranial cruciate ligament tears (CCL/ACL) when surgery is not an option CCL or Collateral Ligament sprains Post-Surgical and/or post injury recovery Wound management Ligaments, tendons, and soft tissue injuries When This Dog knee brace is not recommended The Performance Dog Knee Brace Pro is a standard size brace that does not fit all dog breeds and sizes. Sizing is based on measurements of your dog's leg. Please take careful measurements of your dog's leg and compare them to our sizing chart. ALL measurements MUST fall into the same sizing category for a proper fitting brace. If your dog's leg measurements do not fall within the same sizing category and/or suffers from Luxating Patella, we recommend a Custom Dog Knee Brace for the best treatment. The Performance Dog Knee Brace Pro is NOT recommended for a Luxating Patella. The Custom Dog Knee brace is built based on your dog's condition in order to stabilize the Patella, which the Performance Dog Knee brace is not able to accommodate.  Due to the limited standard sizing options, The Performance Dog Knee Brace Pro is NOT recommended for the following breed types:  Small Breeds (i.e. Chihuahuas, Yorkshire Terriers, Pomeranians, etc.) Giant Breeds (i.e. Bernese Mountain dogs, Great Danes, Newfoundlands, etc.) Breeds without a prominent hock (i.e. some Bulldogs, some Pitbulls, some Chow Chows, etc.)   A dog knee brace is commonly referred to as a stifle or ccl/acl brace. Benefits of this dog knee brace Allows for small ligament tears to heal without invasive procedures Improves weight distribution on injured joints Provides active support during rehabilitation following injury or surgery Can be used as an alternative to CCL surgery Stabilizes and protects the knee following CCL surgery Decreases overall recovery time and cost Allows your dog to return to improved activity level and near-normal joint function Allows for easier wound inspection Help to reduce pain associated with injury or chronic pain Can be used to prevent injuries by relieving stress on the weight bearing uninjured leg. Typically after an injury, your dog will place more weight on the sound leg putting it more at risk for injury. Features TECHNOLOGY SOFT DOESKIN STRAPS Each brace features adjustable hook-and-loop straps lined with ultra-soft Doeskin to help minimize friction and reduce the risk of skin irritation. All three straps include a cushioned foam pad that provides additional comfort and helps distribute pressure evenly across the leg. To ensure an optimal fit, we've included two complimentary alternate-size straps—one for each of the two strap locations—that can be easily interchanged as needed. Aluminum Alloy Length adjusting hinge Our aluminum alloy hinge features adjustable length to ensure proper alignment with your dog's tibia and knee joint.  You can calibrate the hinge to allow for limited or locked range of motion if needed. However, we advise you to not touch these screws unless directed to and done so by your veterinarian for those rare cases when this may be beneficial for your dog. Moldable Medical Grade Shell The shell of our Dog Knee Brace is a durable medical grade closed cell foam that allows you to get an even more customized fit for your dog's leg. You can heat the upper and lower shells with a hair dryer until they soften slightly, then adjust them for a superior fit. FEATURES Made in the USA Semi-custom No excess straps over your dog's hips or back Easy to apply and remove Water-resistant 4-Month Warranty for manufacturing defects INJURY SEVERITY The Performance Dog Knee brace is ideally used for injuries expected to heal within a year, such as sprain and strains and partial CCL tears. ACTIVITY LEVEL The Performance Dog Knee brace is perfect for dogs who want to go for walks and short runs but not long runs. TREATMENT TIME The Performance Dog Knee brace is designed to last throughout your dog's injury and to support them after surgery. SUPPORT LEVEL The Performance Dog Knee brace is great for pre-operative and post-operative use for injuries such as a partial CCL tear. Measurements & Sizing MEASUREMENTS To start measuring your dog's leg you will need to find the knee center. First, bend your dog's knee. You will feel two bumps at the front of the knee, one at the top and one at the bottom. The middle of these two bumps is the knee center. MIDWAY ON THIGH LAYING DOWN Thigh Circumference Measure the circumference midway between the knee center and the bend of the groin. KNEE CENTER TO FRONT OF HOCK Tibia Length Measure from the center of the knee to just above the front of the hock (ankle), stopping at the bend of the joint. THIGH LENGTH TO KNEE CENTER Thigh Length Measure the distance from the knee center to the bend of the groin. SIZE THIGH CIRCUMFERENCE THIGH LENGTH TIBIA LENGTH WEIGHT Out of Range < 8" < 4.5" < 4.75" < 25 lbs Medium 8" - 13" ≥ 4.5" 4.75" - 7" 25 - 150 lbs Large 13" - 18" ≥ 5" 4.75" - 7" 25 - 150 lbs Out of Range > 18" - > 7" > 150 lbs WHICH LEG NEEDS A BRACE? ORIENTATION FAQs FAQS How does a knee brace help an ACL/CCL injury? A knee brace provides support and stability to your dog's knee joint, helping to limit the forward "drawer" motion that places additional stress on an injured ACL/CCL. By stabilizing the joint, the brace helps shift weight away from the damaged area, reducing pain and discomfort. This allows your dog to walk more comfortably while encouraging the formation of scar tissue, which helps support and stabilize the joint as the CCL heals. What conditions can this Performance Dog Knee Brace be used for? This innovative brace provides early intervention, stabilization and rehabilitative support for injuries to the stifle/knee joint and ligament. It is indicated for use as an alternative to CCL surgery or when the patient is not a surgical candidate. The brace may also be used to provide post-operative support and wound management during recovery. What's the difference between a partial and a full CCL tear? A partial CCL tear means the ligament is damaged but not completely torn. These injuries typically begin to stabilize in about 6 months, with scar tissue continuing to mature for up to 1 year. A full CCL tear is a complete tear of the ligament, leaving the knee unstable and generally takes longer for it to heal. The knee may begin to stabilize within about 1 year, but it can take up to 2 years for scar tissue to fully mature. Depending on the severity of the injury, some complete tears may not heal with conservative treatment alone. What is the difference between the Performance Dog Knee Brace and the Custom Dog Knee Brace? The Performance Dog Knee Brace is a semi-custom, brace that offers a customizable solution to injury stabilization following injuries or surgery to the stifle/knee, specifically those involving the Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL). It has a 6+ months healing time. Treatment time can depend on the severity of the diagnosis. Our Custom Dog Knee Braces are built specifically for your dog from a cast of your dog's leg. We use a combination of measurements taken of your dog and a physical cast in order to create an fully custom model of your dogs leg. We then create a fully custom brace from this model. If my dog wears a knee brace will it cause further injury? When worn properly, no. It should actually promote faster recovery. Our Performance Dog Knee Brace is designed to stabilize and support the Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL), further building scar tissue that helps heal the tear. Is there a break-in period for the brace? Like a new pair of shoes, the Performance Dog Knee Brace requires a gradual break-in period to help your dog adjust comfortably. Start with 30 minutes of wear on the first day and, if your dog is comfortable, increase wear time by 30 minutes each day. Praise or treats can help your dog positively adjust to wearing the brace. Break-in time may vary based on your dog’s condition, activity level, skin sensitivity, and comfort. We recommend a 2-week break-in period before extended daily wear, unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian. If you notice irritation or skin breakdown, remove the brace for one full day. If irritation continues, contact care@aocpet.com. Should I leave the brace on my dog all day? We do not recommend letting your dog wear the brace all day. You may leave the brace on your dog for up to 14 hours a day. However, be sure to remove the brace when your dog is resting, this will prevent irritation and allow their leg to air out. Check for any signs of irritation and/or swelling after removing the brace. Please remove the brace before your dog goes to bed at night. What if my dog doesn’t like the brace? It is not uncommon for dog's to not love wearing their brace at first. You can help your dog to acclimate to their new brace by using treats and praise. It is required to follow the break-in period of 30 minutes the first day and gradually increase their wear-time by 30 minutes each following day. This builds up your dogs tolerance to the brace and prevents irritation and/or swelling.  I am not sure if I am measuring correctly for a Performance Dog Knee Brace Pro. Can you help me? Please contact us at 651-440-9321 or care@aocpet.com so we can walk you through the process. Why does it tell me my dog's measurements are 'out of range' and tells me to order a Custom Brace? The Performance Dog knee brace pro has limited sizing options. Unfortunately, it sounds like your dog does not fall into any of our current sizing options for this brace. We encourage you to consider our Custom Dog Knee brace, since custom braces are made specifically to your dog's measurements. I a