Blue Dog Designs Help 'Em Up User manual

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Help them by helping them up .
Help‘emup
The lifting & mobility harness recommended by most Vets & Therapists .
THE HELP EM UP HARNESS
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The Help’EmUp is a unique lifting harness that can literally lift the spirit of aging, injured
or recuperating dogs. By placing two handles - one over the shoulders and one over the hips -
where anyone can quickly reach them - you can lift or stabilize your dog at any moment.
This is critical for aging dogs or those rehabilitating from injuries or surgery. Truth is, we believe
the pain it spares may very well be yours, as our harnesses allow you to lift without stress.
Unlike towels or slings that need to be applied with each use, our harnesses can be left on for extended
periods of time, making them vital tools for surgeons, veterinarians, vet techs, rehab therapists and you!
For virtually anyone who needs help lifting and moving dogs on a daily basis.
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The harness features 11 separate fitting adjustments: providing total flexibility to adjust to the unique
dimensions of every dog. It offers additional innovations like air flow fabrics, quick clip fasteners
and perforated neoprene, all of which work extremely well to keep dogs cool and comfortable.
Unlike other lifting devices, the Help’EmUp lifts from directly under the sternum and pelvis, this
avoids putting pressure on joints, tendons, hips and spine. You can support your dog quickly and easily,
thereby assisting with recovery and rehabilitation and dramatically reducing the chance of re-injury.
And now we’ve added two new sizes and walking accessories to go with the harnesses.
Walking accessories assist owners with lifting and walking their dog to keep them active and healthy.
The two new sizes provide more options for smaller dogs so they can benefit from the Help’EmUp harness.
Look for them inside and go on-line to our website to view our demonstration videos at helpemup.com.
Introducing The Help’EmUp Harness with “Hip Lift”.
The complete lifting/mobility harness system.
Go on-line @ www.helpemup.com to learn more about us.
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Step 1Fasten the metal clip at the front
of both the Walking Handle and the Walking
Leash Shoulder Straps to the front“D”ring
for total body lifting. Fasten it to the“O”ring at
the rear of the front - to support the hips.
Step 2Disconnect the clip on the back
of either leash and pass the male half under
the handle of the Hip Lift - at the top of the
harness - and refasten it to the clip. Now
you are ready to adjust length.
Step 3Adjusting the length will depend
a lot on your size relationship to your dog
and whether you want to support more
towards the front, middle or rear of your pup.
Dual adjustments allow you to do all three.
Walking All of the walking accessories
help you add support while walking but they
also help lend confidence to your aging,
injured or recuperating dog.
Lifting The straps are designed to
help you lift a little or a lot and although
you can lift all of your dog it’s more about
leveraging and getting them to help out.
Supporting This is where a shoulder
strap can be very helpful - giving support to
injured, aged or recuperating dogs getting in
and out of vehicles. A little support helps a lot!
Go to www.helpemup.com to see video demos on walking leads.
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Our patented “Hip Lift “ puts a handle where
you need it most - over your dog’s hips! Our unique
device supports your dog from under the pelvis - while
providing plenty of clearance for urination and defecation.
The “Hip Lift” creates a webbing that allows you to lift
your dog’s hips up & off the floor quickly and safely.
It’s the ultimate aid in assisting dogs that are recovering
or rehabilitating from spine, knee and hip issues.
Medium
Shown: Medium Harness Size: 35 to 75 lbs.
Neck: 12-26” Chest: 16-36” Waist: 14-26” Color: Orange with Black & Grey
How long? You can leave the harness on for extended periods, but at night let them sleep without it or disconnect the 2 support straps.
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The Walking Handle is a walking leash that
allows you to support your dog! It’s not so much about
lifting as it is being there to add confidence and rear end
support for various reasons. It’s pivoting handle lets you
support without it getting in the way! All three of our
unique walking accessories help you to utilize the
qualities of our total lifting harnesses while also
alleviating stress to you and your back!
The M/L Walking
Leash Shoulder Strap
The Walking Handle
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The New XSmall The New XSmall is now more
specifically designed to fit even the smallest of dogs.
Like all of our larger harnesses it now has 11 separate
adjustments to easily fit to your dogs dimensions.
Great for Bischons, Shih Tzus, Yorkshires and many more.
We’ve also padded the connector strap, which provides
a unique center handle and also protects the spine.
Note: Owners are also finding it works well for cats!
XSmall
Shown: XSmall Harness Size: 8 to 20 lbs.
Neck: 6-18” Chest: 8-24” Waist: 6-20” Color: Red with Black & Grey
Care: All harnesses are machine washable. Use mild detergent and set washer to delicate cycle. Let air dry for greater longevity.
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It’s very helpful to lift and guide your dog in
and out of vehicles by keeping the shocks to
joints and spine at a minimum.
Assisting them up and down stairs is what
it does best - but it also helps re-establish
their confidence and gives you a free hand!
For dogs in rehab it’s a plus, you can support them
in and out of the tank or pool. It’s also made of
neoprene, so it’s great in the water.
Getting them up off the floor while helping
to protect the opposite Anterior Cruciate
Ligament makes the harness a lifesaver.
Ramps and stairs are great but for dogs with
vision, Wobblers or strength issues, the harness
provides stability and guards against falling!
Don’t forget the little guys! They are high on
the list of spinal issues and the harness can
be extremely helpful keeping them mobile.
Go to www.helpemup.com to see video demos on fitting.
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Choosing the correct “Hip Lift.” The patented Hip
Lift is what makes our harness unique. There are two
versions of the Hip Lift. The Conventional version which
fits all female dogs and the majority of male dogs.
The “U” Band version is for those males whose penis
is located farther back - between or just even with the
front of the hind legs. The “U” Band has a neoprene
padded opening for their penis to pass through.
Choosing
New Ergonomic one piece Pelvic Pad
Go on line @ www.helpemup.com to see
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New Neoprene Sleeves
Belly Band
New Neoprene covered Support Straps
The Conventional Hip Lift:
1. Fits all females and most males.
2. On many males the penis will be 2
or more inches forward of the front
edge of the hind legs.
3. The belly band fits across the
back half of the penis.
4. Males and females can urinate freely
while being supported.
5. The new pelvic pad is one piece and
is more ergonomic for more comfort.
6. The support straps are now covered
with neoprene sleeves.
7. Support straps run on either side of
the tail.

The Conventional version has a continuous belly band
that crosses over the backside of the penis, allowing it to
protrude out forward for clearance while urinating. The “U”
band version however, has an opening that lets the penis
drop through, providing plenty of clearance. For these
males - looking from the side, you may just see the tip
of their penis in front of their hind legs, as shown below.
These dogs will probably need the “U” band version.
a HipLift
videos on selecting the correct Hip LIft.
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The “U” Band Hip Lift:
1. For males whose penis is even with or
located behind the front of rear legs.
2. This version has a padded U shaped
opening for the penis to pass through.
3. This opening provides clearance
for the male penis to pass through.
4. This allows Dogs to urinate freely
while being supported
5. The pelvic pad can be moved or
removed to gain space for intact dogs.
6. The padded support straps run on
either side of the tail.
7. The opening is ergonomically
contoured and padded with neoprene.
Padded U shaped opening
Pelvic Pad
The red dotted line indicates the front edge of the
withers without a harness - We consider this dogs
penis to be even with the front edge of the legs.

Sizing
Note: Every harness comes fully assembled.
Sizing your harness .
Sizes: Neck Chest Waist Weight
XSmall 6” to 18” 8” to 24” 6” to 20” 8 to 20 Lbs.
Small 8” to 24” 10” to 32” 10” to 24” 20 to 35 Lbs.
Medium 12” to 26” 16” to 36” 14” to 26” 35 to 75 Lbs.
Large 16” to 36” 20” to 40” 16” to 30” 75 to 115 Lbs.
XLarge 20” to 40” 24” to 44” 18” to 36” 115 to 220 Lbs.
Every dog is unique, so we have a range of adjustments
to accommodate any and all dogs. Start with weight to
help select the correct size and use individual dimensions
to fine tune. You may find your dog is on the cusp of one
size or another. We generally advise staying with the
smaller harness, as less harness makes for more comfort.
We also offer strap extenders in case you need a little
more length on some straps. Find them on our website.
1. Neck 2.Chest Waist 3.
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Handling big breeds safely and easily is
a challenge for both vets and owners - it’s
also the area where our harness excels.
By supporting their mass from under
the chest and pelvis, you can lift a very large
dog with less effort and greater confidence
than by using a towel or other device.
As we say, lifting both body and spirit!
XLarge
Shown: XLarge Harness Size: 115 to 220 lbs.
Neck: 20-40” Chest: 24-44” Waist: 18-36” Color: Gold with Black & Grey
Care: All harnesses are machine washable. Use mild detergent and set washer to delicate cycle. Let air dry for greater longevity.
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The XL WL/SS allows you to add a shoulder while
lifting and walking even the largest dogs! Its longer length
and wider strap are perfect for adding the extra leverag-
needed to manuever even the largest breeds.
The Med-Lg WL/SS This leash is shorter
but works very well walking and supporting larger
dogs who may be having issues while urinating
or defecating. Walk & support while standing erect.
Introducing the New Help’EmUp Walking Accessories .
The XL Walking
Leash Shoulder Strap
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Introducing the New Small. We’ve filled the
gap with our new size. Designed for dogs too large for the
Extra Small and too small for the Medium - this version is
just right. It has less material around the neck and under
the hips for increased mobility and greater comfort.
It’s still built the same as our larger harnesses with nylon
tubing and Neoprene padding. Perfect for Schnauzers,
Pugs, Terriers, Spaniels, Dachshunds and many more.
Small
Shown: New Small Harness Size: 20 to 35 lbs.
Neck: 8-24” Chest: 10-32” Waist: 10-24” Color: Green with Black & Grey
Note: The New Small also comes in a “U” Band version for those male dogs whose penis starts further back.
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Sizing
The Walking
Handle
Length: Max:21” Min:8”
Width:1.5”
Weight: Max:110 Lbs
The Walking Leash
Shoulder Strap M/L
Length: Max:64” Min:21”
Width:1.5”
Weight: Max:110 Lbs
The Walking Leash
Shoulder Strap XL
Length: Max:69” Min:24”
Width:2”
Weight: Max:220 Lbs
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Our full body harness is padded, lighweight and very
comfortable to wear. The “T’’ shaped chest pad, bellyband,
pelvic pad and padded straps all support from under the
sternum and pelvis. These elements spread the weight
evenly thereby avoiding placing pressure on joints or
tendons. All pads are constructed with neoprene and
are lined with either micro fleece or air flow fabrics to
provide optimal comfort and cooling for your dog!
Large
Shown: Large Harness Size: 75 to 115 lbs. Conventional Hip Lift shown
Neck: 16-36” Chest: 20-40” Waist: 16-30” Color: Blue with Black & Grey
Hip Lift Variation: We offer 2 versions of the “Hip Lift” - Conventional and “U” Band. Check out pages 7-8 for details.
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“The Help‘EmUp is the ultimate aid in assisting
older dogs to overcome everyday obstacles -
those recuperating from post-operative surgery
or those who require rehab.”
Dr. Lisa Klopp, DVM, MS, ACVIM
“Beautifully designed to support the dog under
it’s skeleton, with cushy padding in all the right
places. Our dogcart customers love it.”
Leslie Grinnell, Eddies Wheels, MA
“Thank you for creating this harness! We use your
product extensively in our practice and it has been a life
saver for both our patients and our staff.”
Dr. Mellissa Wajda, Orchard
Park Vet Medical Center, NY
“I recommend the Help‘EmUp to
all our senior and neurologically
challenged patients needing mobility
assistance and confidence building
for both the pet and owner.”
Kristen Hagler, RVT, CCRP, CVPP,
Marin, CA
Caution: Use only on dogs as an aid in lifting or restraint. The harness
will need to be adjusted to properly fit each dog’s unique dimensions.
Follow sizing instructions & refer to diagrams. Do not leave it on your dog for
over-extended periods of time. Use it as needed and then remove. You can loosen
straps on the harness when your dog is laying down. Watch for hot spots, chaffing
or overheating with sensitive skin. Take it off at night if you can to give your dog
a break. Machine wash and air dry for greater longevity.
Warranty: Blue Dog Designs guards against defects in materials and workmanship. We do not
cover damage due to chewing, excessive wear, unnatural abuse or alteration of the original product.
All sales are final: We offer a 7-Day exchange policy [Size exchange or Style exchange
for the Hip Lift Portion of the harness].
Order online @: helpemup.com Email: [email protected] Call: 720.237.6852
Blue Dog Designs 1550 South Acoma Street, Denver CO 80223
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