
How do I Walk a Dog While Using a Wheelchair?
Get yourself a side-release buckle and a flexilead.

Get yourself a side-release buckle and a flexilead.

It depends on a lot of factors, really.

Focus on upper body strength and endurance.
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You’ll reduce the amount of background thinking you have to do and give yourself a chance to actually relax.
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This should help you get started—and learn when to quit.
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There are several hazards you need to be aware of.

The key is to slow down and take your time moving through your house.
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A fairly detailed breakdown of how to keep your chair rolling.

Despite the fact that my chair does not have handlebars, people still.

It’s not impossible, but it’s not easy.