When their legs give out, you don't have to.
PawVera was built for the dogs who still have so much life left - they just need a little help getting there.
Rear Lift That Actually Works
The sling cradles under the hips and hindquarters - the exact spot your dog needs support to stand, walk and climb.
Vet-Rehab Approved
Designed alongside rehabilitation vets for post-surgery recovery, hip dysplasia, arthritis, and degenerative conditions.
No More Watching Them Struggle
Soft padded support means you can help them up without hurting them - no slipping, no crying, no guilt.
Skip the $3,500+ Surgery Bill
Canine TPLO surgery runs $3,500-$6,000. PawVera gives your dog real daily support for a fraction of that - often recommended alongside, or instead of, costly interventions.
Help them up in under a minute.
No complicated rigging. No two-person operation. Just you and your dog - back to moving together.
Slide It Under
Gently position the padded sling under your dog's hindquarters - works whether they're standing or lying down.
Secure the Fit
Cinch the side straps snug. The padding sits right over the hips where it needs to be - not the belly, not the spine.
Lift, Walk, Live
Grab the reinforced handles and gently take the weight. Stairs, curbs, car rides, the morning walk - all possible again.
The math is simple
TPLO surgery: $3,500 - $6,000.
PawVera rear harness: under $70.
For thousands of dogs, daily rear lift support reduces strain on the joints enough to delay or avoid surgery entirely. For post-surgery dogs, it cuts recovery time and reduces the need for repeat vet visits. Either way - you come out ahead.
Real dogs. Real recoveries. Real relief.
From TPLO surgeries to senior arthritis to hip dysplasia - here's what PawVera means to the families who use it every day.
He's walking again. I sobbed the first time.
Rocky is 13 and his back legs had gotten so weak he'd just collapse trying to stand. I was carrying him everywhere and my back was done. The PawVera harness changed everything - I slip it on, grab the handles, and he's up. He walked to his food bowl on his own yesterday for the first time in months. I sat on the kitchen floor and cried.
Post-TPLO recovery - nothing else even came close
Diesel had his TPLO surgery and the vet said we needed a rear sling for the first 8 weeks. We went through two cheap ones that slipped and dug into him. The PawVera actually stays put. The padding is thick, the handles are at the right height and he doesn't fight me when I put it on. Week 6 now and he's ahead of schedule on recovery. Our vet said the consistent support from the harness is a big reason why. We've already avoided two follow-up PT sessions because of how well he's moving.
Hip dysplasia at 8 years old. This gave us our dog back.
Bella was diagnosed with severe hip dysplasia and watching her try to get up off the floor was heartbreaking. She'd look at me like she was embarrassed. The PawVera rear harness means I can help her up with one hand, she's not struggling, and that look in her eyes is gone. She's back to tail wags. That's everything to me.
Saved my relationship with my dog AND my back
Bruno is a 95-lb Rottweiler with degenerative myelopathy. I was literally dragging him up the back steps every morning and my lower back was destroyed. Three other harnesses either broke or slipped clean off him. PawVera is built like a tank - the handles don't flex, the stitching hasn't moved, and Bruno seems more comfortable in it than anything else we tried. Six months in, daily use. Still perfect.
She made it up the stairs to sleep in our room again
Rosie is 14 and arthritic and she hadn't been able to climb our stairs for almost a year. She used to sleep at the foot of our bed her whole life. Last week, with the PawVera, I helped her up the stairs step by step and she curled up in her spot like no time had passed. My husband and I just looked at each other. We didn't say anything. We didn't have to.
I now recommend this by name to my rehab patients
As a small animal rehab vet I've evaluated a lot of rear support harnesses. Most have the same problem - the sling sits too far forward and puts pressure on the abdomen instead of the pelvis. PawVera gets the anatomy right. The support is under the hip joint where it needs to be. I've recommended it to over 30 clients in the last few months. Every single one has come back happy. For clients who can't afford repeat PT visits, this harness fills a real gap. It's not a replacement for veterinary care - but for daily management it's as close as you'll get at this price point.
The specifications.
You've got questions. We've got answers.
Is this actually cheaper than vet treatment?
Mobility surgeries like TPLO or FHO can run $3,000-$8,000 per leg. PawVera won't replace surgery when it's truly needed, but for the majority of dogs with rear leg weakness, hip dysplasia, or age-related mobility loss, a proper rear support harness is the first thing most rehab vets recommend - and at under $70, it's the smartest place to start.
How do I know what size to get?
We size by weight: Small (15-35 lbs) for breeds like Beagles, Cocker Spaniels; Medium (35-65 lbs) for Border Collies, smaller Goldens; Large (65-95 lbs) for Labs, Goldens, German Shepherds; X-Large (95-130 lbs) for Berners, Newfoundlands. If your dog is between sizes, size up. Free exchanges if you need to swap.
Is this comfortable enough for all-day use?
PawVera is designed for intermittent lift-and-assist use throughout the day - supporting your dog when they stand, walk between rooms, navigate stairs, or get in and out of the car. It's not intended to be worn 24/7. Most owners put it on for outings and take it off during rest.
Will it work for hip dysplasia / arthritis / IVDD?
Yes - these are the most common reasons our customers use PawVera. The harness targets the hindquarters specifically, taking weight off weak rear legs and painful hip joints. For IVDD and degenerative myelopathy, the lumbar support helps stabilize the lower back. Check with your vet for any condition-specific concerns.
How do I clean it?
Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle inside a mesh laundry bag, then hang dry. Do not tumble dry - the heat can degrade the foam padding over time. Most dirt rinses off with a quick spray-down. The whole harness dries within 2-3 hours at room temperature.
Can I use this on a male dog?
Yes - PawVera is specifically designed with a contoured cutout so it doesn't interfere with male anatomy or restroom needs. Your dog can urinate naturally with the harness on.
Can this really save me money on vet bills?
For many dogs, yes - significantly. Canine rear leg surgery (like TPLO) costs $3,500-$6,000. A rear lift harness like PawVera reduces joint strain during daily activity, which can slow the progression of conditions like hip dysplasia and arthritis - delaying or in some cases avoiding the need for surgical intervention entirely. For post-surgery dogs, consistent lift support speeds recovery and reduces follow-up visits. We can't make medical promises, but the math speaks for itself.
What's your return policy?
We offer a 30-day risk-free trial. If PawVera isn't the right fit for your dog - for any reason - return it for a full refund or exchange to a different size, no questions asked. Just email hello@pawvera.com and we'll send you a prepaid return label.