LYMED DOG

Made-to-measure garments

for canines

LYMED DOG

Products

PRESSURE VEST

  • Recommended primarily for majority of needs.
  • Accustomization process to a vest is generally rather fast.
  • Used in e.g.: treatment of phobias, pacifying, to increase concentration, mental recovery through enforced calmnessand behaviour training.

PRESSURE OVERALL

  • Recommended especially to treat rear-end
  • An overall can produce an enhanced physical recovery
  • Accustomization process will most likely be a bit longer

COMPRESSION OVERALL FOR SIGHTHOUNDS

  • Harder, progressive pressure
  • To boost metabolism and jump start recovery after performance
  • Meant to be used for a shorter period of a few hours

LYMED DOG

Lymed Dog product traits

  • Can be used under all harnesses, collars and jackets
  • Pressure garments can be used during swimming or in rainy weather
  • Machine wash, tumble dry allowed
  • Several options for colors

Lymed Dog garment: wear & care

Dog must be carefully trained to wear the pressure garment, especially if the dog is guarded or scared. Monitor the dog throughout the entire process.

1. Accustomization process

In the beginning, garment’s wear time should be short. Increasing wear time gradually. Accustomization period is unique; some do not require much time and for others it make take several days to feel comfortable. When wearing the garment for the first time, the dog must process new sensory sensations brought on by the product. A dog might shake extensively to ease tension, rub against surfaces or tumble when wearing the garment. Wearing the product might increase the need to urinate more often.

2. First use

Prepare well for the first wear. Do not put the garment on the dog without an accustomization process. Gradually put the garment on, one foot at a time. Reward the dog at the same time. When the garment is completely on the dog, continue rewarding the dog in an appropriate manner.

Activate the dog with calm, fun and easy tasks when wearing the garment for the first time. This will keep the dog’s focus off the garment. In the accustomization phase, the fun task ends when the garment is taken off.

3. Wearing the garment

Correct wear influences the effects of the garment. If the product feels uncomfortable or the wrong size, it might be put on incorrectly.
Put the garment on the dog gradually. It is easier if the handler is standing up and the dog is standing between handler’s legs with its head facing forward.

How to put on the vest:

  • Open the zipper and assistive hooks.
  • Insert front legs into the garment. If the dog’s paws are big, slip your own hand through the leg (from the outside in) and place the paw into your own palm. Slide your hand and the paw through the end of leg.
  • Fasten hooks and close the zipper.

How to put on the overall:

  • Open the zipper and assistive hooks.
  • First insert front legs into the garment. If the dog’s paws are big, slip your own hand through the leg (from the outside in) and place the paw into your own palm. Slide your hand and the paw through the end of leg.
  • Fasten the assistive hook on the neck. Then insert hind legs into the garment.
  • Fasten the assistive hook at the back and close the zipper.

4. Wearing the pressure garment

Wearing the garment should be a positive and safe experience for the dog. Actual wear, to support training or performance, can begin only after the dog has been properly accustomed to wear the product. Effects of the garment are unique and can vary throughout the use. Continuous use of the garment is safe and it has no effect on any medications that might be used at the same time. Monitor the dog to discover its optimal circumstances for using and utilizing the pressure garment. Other vests and jackets can be worn on top of the pressure garment.

 

  • Try to use the product proactively and only when necessary.
  • When addressing behavioral issues, it is recommended to put on the product at least 30-60 minutes before exposure to problematic behavior or reactions to stimuli (such as fireworks, travel, or thunderstorms).
  • For hobby and working dogs, the product can be used during and after performances or tasks.
  • If the product is worn continuously, the dog may become accustomed to the pressure created by the product, and its effectiveness may decrease. However, the product can still be used on an as-needed basis daily.
  • When exposing the dog to problematic behavior while wearing the suit, it is essential to be careful to ensure that the dog does not associate the suit with negative sensations

Compression overall for sighthound breeds

  • Compression overall is designed to boost recovery and speed up metabolism. At the same time the product does have other favorable effects on the dog.
  • Compression overall is not meant to be used for long periods of time.
  • It is recommended to use the overall for 1 to 2 hours after performance, e.g. during a walk. The garment can be used prior to performance to soothe the dog and activate metabolism.
  • Overall has built-in compression, even in the legs, to enhance recovery. There are no anatomical constructions in the legs of the compression overall.

Musculoskeletal support and post-operative use

  • Use of the garment is determined by the dog’s care personnel
  • Begin use immediately after operation

Using a wet pressure garment

  • The product can be used wet during swimming or rainy weather
  • If the product has been used during swimming, it is recommended to wash the garment in a washing machine right after use.

WARRANTY & REPAIR

Warranty does not cover break-down caused by the dog or normal wear of the product. In the case of possible manufacturing errors, please contact your Lymed retailer first.

Life happens – especially with dogs! If you’re experiencing some wear and tear in your product, contact your retailer and send the garment in for a repair. For a minor fee we are able to fix all seams, zippers and holes.

 WASH & CARE

A clean and well-maintained product will keep its qualities longer. It is recommended to wash the garment in a washing machine as often as possible – or at least when it gets dirty – in a 40°C cycle. Frequent wash prolongs the lifetime of the product.

 

  • Wash in a washing machine, 40°C, inside out.
  • Use a mild soap which does not contain enzymes, bleach, optical brighteners or strong fragrances.
  • The use of fabric softener or a laundry detergent containing fabric softener is not allowed.
  • Only line dry, dry flat or tumble dry (at low temperatures) are allowed. Do not wring dry. Do not dry in sunlight.
  • Use a washing bag and close all possible zippers/fasteners prior to washing.
  • Wash with similar colors. Colors may fade or bleed.