Martin and all the wonderful associates at OrthoPets,

I wanted to write and let you know how much we love Corn's brace. Corn sustained a growth plate injury when he was a puppy. The injury caused a deformity in his front leg. Last year the injury started to compromise his activity. He was weak and extremely sore on the leg, that soreness was causing pain in his rear legs and his back as well. After six months of limited activity we were led to OrthoPets. We got his brace and he got back his life. He excepted the brace immediately. He is now back to hiking and fetching. We thought Corn's life would be very limited, but now he is back to all the activities he enjoyed.

Thank you very much for the personal care and the inventive brace.

Sincerely, Jen, Joe and Corn

Martin,

I am sending this video of Wrinkles wearing his new Stifle ACL brace. On October 28th. Wrinkles ruptured his right cruciate ligament and the vets said he was to old to operate on and the outcome did not look good. The Vet told us that his ligament was most likely not going to heal.
At this time he could hardly walk and was on pain killers, I found your company through research and talking to several vets, a brace seemed to be our only option. Thanks to you and your companys hard work and one refitting Wrinkles is almost as good as new. He is walking now and playing again, he still has trouble with steps but we help him with that.
Again, thank you and all your employees for giving Wrinkles a second chance.

Thank You,

Tom, Deb and Wrinkles

Martin,

I cannot thank you enough for giving Shadow the chance at living her last years doing what she loves to do best, and that is walk, run, her hunter instincts fulfilled! We opted for the overnight express option and received her stifle brace in 5 days...the pictures I sent you were taken within the first ten minutes of wearing it. She ran in our back yard, I took her on a leash through our woods for a half mile, and when we got back to our yard she ran up the patio steps to the pool area and went for a swim! My neighbors are astonished, as we all have dogs, and many of which have gone under one or two acl surgeries. The recovery sounds tough, especially for a dog my size, 105 pound lab. My vet does not do the tplo surgery, you go to an orthopedic specialist. After my consultation I decided to explore an alternative. You see, I have two sons who played and play currently high school football and excel greatly at their positions, so we have been a regular at our orthopedic clinic. Both my sons surgeon and sports medicine doctors are the team doctors for Florida State Football, and friends of mine as well. Before Shadow tore her acl, my son tore his acl, and he said that so many people live with a torn acl fine without surgery, it is only if you are playing sports and cutting as you run. This is why you see so many collegiate lineman now wearing knee braces as preventative measures. This all began to sink in, my son had the surgery, months of physical therapy, and we just picked up his 4th knee brace to play football in and I told the prosthetic maker about you and he was just amazed, as well as our vet, whom actually encouraged me to get a reference in which I did, I called the Colorado State University vet school, and darned if you weren't there at the time! My vet and myself are so amazed and impressed, I believe he will be contacting you! Shadow is an indoor dog, however in the morning when I get the brace out to go outside she lays down and sticks her leg out, it just doesn't get any better than this!
Judy
Tallahassee, Florida

Dear Martin and Amy,
I really can't say enough about your Company and the quality of service you offer. It is so unusual in this day and age to find a quality meticulous craftsman, in any trade. Your personal attention and wonderful braces are well worth the investment for those of us who love our pets! Willy is doing so well with his carpus brace. He doesn't limp anymore and I am sure he won't need any more anti inflammatory meds. I just can't thank you enough. Willy thanks you more!!
Regards, Heidi McCarthy & Willy
Ormond Beach, Florida

P.S. Ortho Pets has my explicit permission to publish this testimonial , pictures and/or any correspondence we have shared. My name and contact information may also be used for references at any time.

Martin--just a quick update.

The device you built for Mia allowed her to run again. I can't tell you how much it meant to her and us that she was able to experience the thing that gave her the most joy during those weeks of September. At the start of our daily walks she had a spark in her eye that had been missing the previous months when her injury made it impossible for her to move beyond a halting walk. She clearly understood the relationship between the device and the freedom of running. When I'd remove it during the day for a short break she'd hover until I'd remount it. It didn't take long for it to become part of her.

On October 6 she had another Addison's crisis and on October 7th we lost her.

Thank you for all you do.

Sincerely,

Mark and Sarah Krank

Martin,

Thanks for your feedback. I'll keep you informed about our life with the brace. You have made a very good brace and we are really satisfied with the brace. I hope you will get some new clients from Hungary too. I will recommend this to all my clients.

Best regards,

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From Hungary

OrthoPets staff,

Attached are 3 photos of Abby, playing at the park, with her ACL (Stifle) knee brace on.
She has been wearing it for a little over 3 months with great success. She was able to run and play with the other dogs, and is able to live a much more active lifestyle with the help of the brace.

Thanks so much,
Brian

I'm so glad that I found your website. Buddy has been wearing his ACL Stifle (knee) brace since November. At first I couldn't get him to put his leg down. He just stood in one place with his back left leg extended out. Once he got the hang of it, however, we started going out for walks. We noticed immediately that the limping almost stopped completely. He gets very excited now when we put it on him. He knows its time to go walking when he sees it. He has started to lose weight since he can now go walking with his stifle brace. Several people have asked me where I got the stifle brace including the staff at the vet's office. One of the vet's at the office asked me for your information so they can begin recommending your company to individuals like me with pets where surgery is not an option. My Buddy is my baby and seeing him in pain was painful for me. When I found your sight, I just prayed that this was the answer for my sweet baby. He's still getting used to his stifle but the improvement is definitely there. Thanks to everyone at Orthopets!

He sends you lots-o-licks.

Thanks,

Jason, Natalia, and Buddy

Hi Folks,

I had to write and tell you how well Barclay is doing since we received his ACL stifle (knee) brace. He's been wearing it since November 21 and he adjusted very quickly. When he tore the ligaments behind his knee the vet had not given me much hope. Barclay is 111/2 years old and due to some health issues was not a candidate for surgery. Now I am extremely pleased that we never took that route. The brace you made for him put him back on his feet immediately and he can return to his favorite pastime, patrolling the yard. His little sister, Betsy, is also very grateful to you because she has her playmate back.

I worked with Amy who was professional, compassionate and was able to put me at ease, which was no small task given my extremely distressed state. I can never thank you enough.

Most sincerely,
Lucia

Martin and Amy-

I wanted to take a moment to let you both know how wonderful the device is that you made for Rocky. It was so super nice of you to come to our home to cast Rocky yourself. It made all the difference in the world. He refused to use it at first, but now he is off and running. He literally uses it to run at full pace. I am still battling his flexion in his toes – not sure what the surgeon will do to try to correct that, but I am begging him to do something. Otherwise he will have to have a splint on pretty much during all of his waking hours. Since that’s the case for now, I am so grateful for such a superb fit and ease of use.

Thank you for your time, dedication and your willingness to help us and Rocky. We appreciate it very, very much.

Leah and family

I want to thank-you for founding Orthopets. We recently purchased one of your stifle braces for our 9 year old White German Shepard (Hannah). The ACL knee brace has improved her quality of life tremendously. She adjusted extremely well to the brace and thinks she's a puppy. Just wanted to
say thanks.

Bob

We received the stifle (ACL) brace for Jet today and applied it to her right leg according to your instructions. So far, so good! She was a trooper when we applied the brace and I gave her lots of love and praise until she got up and walked. She skimmed her toes and I kept telling her to "lift if up" (as a command. she is well trained) She did great! I think the hock velcro strap is too short. We will send pictures to get your opinion. She went out into the backyard and walked (without the limp she has had) and tried to chase the birds (as she used to). It was as if she had more confidence with the added stifle support even on the first 'outing'. We are pleased, to say the least. Will keep in touch and want to thank you soooo much for giving us hope for out older dog on a brighter future for her.

Appreciatively, Kimberly

Hi Amy,
I really appreciate the way you guys respond so personally to us. You are great to work with.
Thanks,
Courtney

Hello Martin and Amy,

I wanted to say that I received Dakota's brace yesterday and it is perfect for her! I am sure that I will be sending it in from time to time for new tread because she is not the most graceful dog. So thank you again. I could not be more please with my experience from start to finish.

Stephanie and Dakota

Dear Martin and Amy....
The custom made hock brace you created for my chow chow Loki is amazing. It has totally changed his quality of life as far as him being able to run and play and all the other things that dogs are able to do, he can do! I am so happy I found you, You were quick to respond to any and all my questions, and the adjustments on the brace were fast and done perfectly! You are truly wonderful people.

Loki is just turning three years old this Nov. of '07 and due to a botched operation on his hip from his surgeon, he was left crippled for life. I was told I should consider putting him down or having the hind leg removed altogether.

Instead I found orthopets.com, and you changed all that, with the support of his new hock brace Loki is doing Great! He will live a full
long LIFE! He is the most lovable dog I ever had!

Thank You Martin and Amy.
Sincerely
Ginger

Dear Martin ,
I am so happy that my patient Cadie is doing well – I was just thinking about her last week. I will be keeping this company in mind for future animals with erosive polyarthitis.

If you have the time it would be great if you could send photos of Cadie with her braces. This may also help future owners make informed decisions about how to treat their loved ones. We can make Cadie our ‘model’ dog.

Thanks again for the follow-up!

Dr. Cory Brown

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Hi Dr. Brown,
I wasn't sure if you would remember her. She is doing great. She has accepted the braces and is leading a happy life. Her front paw is now showing signs of the arthritis but so far so good. She probably won't be around as long as we would like but the braces have done wonders and I expect her to be with us for another year or so. I HIGHLY recommend Ortho Pets, they are fantastic to work with and really seem to know what they are doing. Cadie wore panty hose on her left leg. We did this at first to prevent rubbing or chaffing. We found out after a couple of days that she didn't need the panty hose since the braces fit well and were well padded.

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Martin,
I wanted to thank you for all your help with Cadie. As you know, Cadie was diagnosed with erosive arthritis in her lower leg joints. Our vet said that it would progress to the point where she would not be able to walk possibly as soon as early summer. With the assistance of the braces you made her quality of life has improved tremendously. She runs, jumps and is a much happier dog. Here it is the end of June and we expect her to live a robust life far beyond the original expectation. The disease will eventually cause her to be immobile but the braces have not only enhanced her life but have extended it. You are your staff were very helpful, patient, professional and great to work with. I would recommend your services to anyone. Thanks again Martin!!

Regards,
Mark

Martin,
When we got Max home he was using it pretty well and then when we went to my Dad’s for Fathers day he was walking all over!! Thank you so much, you have made his quality of life great and we can still keep him!!!

Happy Father’s Day!!!
Max gives big kisses.
Thank you,
Deb

HI MARTIN

I'D LIKE TO THANK YOU FOR THE BRACE FOR THE FRONT WRIST (Carpus) OF MY LABRADOR. IT CERTAINLY SEEMS TO FIT WELL AND HAS GIVEN ME ANOTHER TOOL IN THE BATTLE TO KEEP MY WONDERFUL FRIEND PHYSICALLY VIABLE FOR AS LONG AS POSSIBLE. ON THAT NOTE I AM IMMENSLY GRATEFUL.

SINCERELY AND GRATEFUL
CLAUDE

Martin,

I just need to thank you again for being up all day long just for Jade and me. After I had stepped into your door all the agony and stress of that “road trip from Chicago to Denver" was gone when you greeted us in such a warm and friendly atmosphere. The whole experience in your workshop was wonderful and relaxing. I forgot that I was exhausted and I want to thank you for that. The way home was luckily uneventful, that means no break downs or other unhappy surprises. I would do that trip any time again, knowing what a friendly welcome will await us in Denver .
Thank you
Johannes and Jade

Hello Martin,

The braces/boots that you made for Moose have made a huge difference in his life. However, lately, especially this weekend, he has just lost most of the strength in his legs. He now just drags his legs behind him after a very very short distance. In fact, he almost cannot walk at all without his braces. He still has his strength in the front legs. So I think it is time to get him a set of wheels for his rear legs that will take all of his weight. I am also trying to find one very quickly as Moose is pretty immobilized at this point. If it were not for his braces, he would be house ridden. With the braces, he can still go out and go to the bathroom and take a very short walk.
Thanks, Rich

Dear Ortho Pets:
Stu's brace arrived today. Thank you for being so prompt! He has missed it.
Sincerely,

Robin

Top of the day back to you, Martin!

Thank you so very much for your quick reply. I just left a message, following up on your suggestion that she mail the device back to you for a new tip and a smaller pad. Perhaps you could return the original because I am sure this giant puppy will grow into it quickly.

As an aside Martin, I have to tell you how delighted I am to be working with you. Your expertise is beyond anything I have ever seen. I know that I never have seen a prosthetist fabricate a prosthesis where the internal fit was right on the fist try. Not only were you able to do that, but you did it for a very rapidly growing pup who you have never met. In my opinion, extraordinary!!

Thank you as always for your dedication to this precious dog. His life is an absolute miracle and you and Lori are making that possible.

Please keep in touch and I will do the same. As you say, "Go Hagrid"!!!

Pamela, Phd Physical Therapy

Hi Martin ... I would be happy to speak with the folks who live in my area near Atlanta. I would even let them see the brace on my dog and how well it works. I would not accept any compensation for this... you & your employees have been so good to work with. They can call me anytime!

Have a great day,

Matt

Dear Dr. Kaufmann and Amy,

Attached find photos of Zoe with her brace. The first photo shows how happy she is to put the brace on. I think she knows that the brace keeps her steady. The next photos show her running around and jumping in the air catching her toy.

Because of her age, 12 1/2, I did not want to put her through the 6 months of slow recovery that is involved in a TPLO surgery (she has both meniscal and ACL tears). We had put my boyfriend's younger dog through TPLO--with great success--but I knew it would take a heavy toll on Zoe if she was forced to go through that recuperation.

The brace has been great. She took to it right away. She sidles up to me when I pick it up for our morning run/walk. Zoe has run with me every day since she was 1, so she actually became depressed when she could not run with me after her initial injury. Now she is able to do a run/walk with me every day. It's not as long or as fast as the "old days" but her spirits are up and she's happy and excited the whole way.

Thanks much!

Bethany and Zoe