The Edgar's Mission farm has recently enabled one of its immobile goats with the ability to trot. Unable to walk since birth, the animal was recently given a series of antibiotics and painkillers which required movement on behalf of the goat. Thus, workers assembled a small cart that fastens to certain parts of the animal.
By intermingling the wheels with the functional legs of the goat, the animal has been able to move about in new ways. While his hind legs do not function, the frontal part of his body have allowed him to make full use of the transport device, much like a wheelchair.
Although initially uncertain and new to the apparatus, the goat quickly warmed to the tool and used it to nibble on grass and travel short distances.
Mobility-Enhancing Animal Devices
The Edgar's Mission Farm Adjustable Cart Helps Immobile Pets
Trend Themes
1. Mobility-enhancing Animal Devices - Opportunity to develop innovative devices that enable immobile animals to move.
2. Functional Legs-wheelchair Hybrid - Disruptive potential in creating hybrid devices that combine functional legs with wheels to enhance mobility in animals.
3. Animal Rehabilitation Solutions - Innovation potential in developing rehabilitation solutions for immobile animals, such as carts and devices that allow them to move.
Industry Implications
1. Agriculture - Agricultural companies can explore the development and production of mobility-enhancing devices for immobile animals.
2. Veterinary Care - Opportunity for veterinary care providers to offer specialized rehabilitation solutions and therapy for immobile animals.
3. Animal Pharmaceuticals - Pharmaceutical companies can develop drugs and treatments to aid in the mobility and rehabilitation of immobile animals.