OrthoPets Is Closed: What Veterinary Clinics Can Do Next

OrthoPets is closed. OrthoPets LLC filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on November 19, 2025, and the bankruptcy case closed on February 13, 2026. The company’s parent, Dassiet Oy of Finland, also filed for bankruptcy protection in 2025. For veterinary clinics, rehabilitation teams, and pet owners who previously relied on OrthoPets for custom veterinary orthotics, this creates an urgent need for continuity in patient care. WIMBA provides a clinician-led alternative with custom 3D-printed veterinary orthoses for dogs and cats.

If your clinic is looking for an OrthoPets alternative, WIMBA can support your team with custom carpal, tarsal, and stifle orthoses, digital case submission, clinical review, and a modern workflow designed for veterinary professionals. You can also explore all WIMBA veterinary orthotic devices before submitting a case.

OrthoPets Is Closed: Why This Matters for Veterinary Teams

OrthoPets was known in the veterinary orthotics and prosthetics field as a provider of custom devices for dogs and other animals. For clinics that previously worked with OrthoPets, the closure creates an important operational question: how can veterinary teams continue custom orthotic care without delaying patient support?

Custom orthotic care is often part of a broader clinical plan. Patients with carpal instability, tarsal instability, stifle injuries, degenerative joint disease, post-operative needs, or complex rehabilitation goals may need individualized external support. When the previous provider is no longer available, clinics need a reliable alternative workflow.

WIMBA helps veterinary clinics continue custom orthotic care through clinician-led case assessment, digital ordering, patient-specific design, and custom 3D-printed veterinary orthoses.

OrthoPets Bankruptcy: Key Facts and Timeline

Public bankruptcy records show that OrthoPets LLC filed a voluntary Chapter 7 bankruptcy case in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Colorado on November 19, 2025. The case number is 25-17609, and the case was closed on February 13, 2026. Bankruptcy Observer lists the OrthoPets LLC Chapter 7 filing and closure date.

BusinessDen also reported that OrthoPets had 40 unfulfilled orders and that the company’s parent, Dassiet Oy of Finland, and sister company, Dassiet Medical LLC, also filed for bankruptcy protection in 2025. BusinessDen covered the OrthoPets bankruptcy filing on December 5, 2025.

The bankruptcy filing has been reported with approximately $657,000 in liabilities and 40 unfulfilled orders. For veterinary teams, the practical takeaway is clear: OrthoPets is no longer a viable ordering pathway for new custom orthotic or prosthetic cases, and clinics should use an active provider for patient care continuity.

WIMBA as an OrthoPets Alternative

For clinics searching for an OrthoPets alternative, WIMBA provides custom veterinary orthoses for dogs and cats through a digital clinical workflow. The goal is to help veterinary professionals continue patient care with a clear process from case submission to device production. Clinics can also review WIMBA’s device portfolio to understand the available orthotic pathways.

WIMBA is not an off-the-shelf brace company. WIMBA designs custom-fit, 3D-printed veterinary orthoses based on patient-specific information, clinical goals, and the appropriate device pathway.

• Custom carpal orthoses for dogs
• Custom tarsal orthoses for dogs
• Custom stifle orthoses for selected cases
• Clinician-led case assessment
• Digital ordering and case submission
• Custom 3D-printed orthoses designed for veterinary patients

What Clinics Should Look for After OrthoPets

When a veterinary orthotics provider closes, clinics need more than a replacement product. They need a workflow that supports clinical decision-making, patient-specific design, communication, and predictable next steps.

How WIMBA Supports Custom Veterinary Orthotic Care

WIMBA works with veterinary clinics, rehabilitation professionals, and veterinary teams to provide custom 3D-printed orthoses for dogs and cats. The workflow is designed to support clinical teams from case submission through device production and fitting guidance.

Depending on the patient and indication, WIMBA supports custom carpal, tarsal, and stifle orthoses. These devices can be considered as part of a broader treatment or rehabilitation plan under veterinary guidance.

WIMBA GO and WIMBA PRO: Two Workflows for Different Cases

Not every patient needs the same type of orthosis or the same ordering pathway. WIMBA supports clinics with two main custom orthosis workflows: WIMBA GO and WIMBA PRO.

When Clinics May Consider Custom Orthoses

Custom veterinary orthoses may be considered when a patient needs external support for stability, mobility, controlled movement, comfort, or rehabilitation. The final decision should always be made by the veterinary professional responsible for the case.

• Carpal instability or hyperextension
  
• Tarsal instability or hyperextension
  
• Selected stifle conditions requiring external support
  
• Post-operative or conservative support plans
  
• Senior patients needing additional limb stability
  
• Rehabilitation cases where controlled support may be part of the treatment plan

For clinics unsure whether a patient is a good candidate, WIMBA’s case submission workflow allows the veterinary team to share case details for review before moving forward with the appropriate device pathway.

A Practical Path for Clinics Switching From OrthoPets to WIMBA

If your clinic previously worked with OrthoPets, start with the cases that need continuity first. This gives your team a practical way to evaluate the WIMBA workflow while keeping patient care moving.

1. Identify active or upcoming orthotic cases

Review patients currently waiting for a custom brace, patients in rehabilitation, and patients who may soon need carpal, tarsal, or stifle support.

2. Collect clinical information

Gather diagnosis, clinical goals, patient photos, movement videos, measurements, or scan information depending on the case pathway.

3. Submit the case to WIMBA

Use the WIMBA workflow to submit the case and allow the team to guide the next step based on the patient’s needs.

4. Choose the right device pathway

Selected cases may be appropriate for WIMBA GO, while more complex cases may require WIMBA PRO and the scan-based workflow.

5. Plan fitting and follow-up

Once the device is produced, the clinic should follow fitting guidance, monitor patient adaptation, and adjust the rehabilitation plan as needed.

Why Continuity Matters for Orthotic Patients

For many patients, an orthosis is not a one-time product. It is part of a broader clinical plan that may include rehabilitation, activity modification, progressive adaptation, and follow-up checks. A reliable provider relationship helps the clinic support the patient from the first consultation through fitting and long-term use.

Continuity also helps veterinary teams communicate more clearly with pet parents. When the clinic understands the ordering workflow, timeline, device options, and fitting process, the owner experience becomes smoother and more predictable.

How to Start With WIMBA

Veterinary clinics can start with WIMBA by submitting a case, reviewing the full WIMBA device portfolio, or learning more about becoming a WIMBA Provider. The WIMBA team can help guide your clinic through case review, device selection, ordering, fitting considerations, and next steps.

If your team is looking for an OrthoPets alternative, WIMBA can help you continue supporting patients with clinician-led, custom 3D-printed veterinary orthoses.

OrthoPets Device Types: What WIMBA Offers Instead

OrthoPets was known for custom orthotics and prosthetics covering a range of canine limb conditions. WIMBA provides custom 3D-printed orthotic alternatives for the most common device categories. The following covers the device types clinics most frequently asked about after OrthoPets closed.

OrthoPets Carpal Brace Alternative

OrthoPets produced custom carpal orthoses for dogs with carpal hyperextension, carpal instability, and related conditions. WIMBA offers custom 3D-printed carpal orthoses as an alternative. The WIMBA carpal orthosis is designed around the individual patient using measurements and clinical photos (WIMBA GO pathway) or a digital scan (WIMBA PRO pathway). Carpal hyperextension is one of the most common indications WIMBA supports, and the WIMBA carpal orthosis is available for dogs across varying grades of instability.

OrthoPets Stifle Brace Alternative

OrthoPets offered custom stifle orthoses for dogs with cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) injury, stifle instability, and related conditions. WIMBA provides custom stifle orthoses for selected cases where external support is clinically appropriate. The WIMBA stifle orthosis is designed for individual patients based on clinical information submitted through the case workflow. Stifle orthoses are considered for conservative management, post-operative support, and cases where surgical intervention is not pursued.

OrthoPets Tarsal Brace Alternative

OrthoPets produced custom tarsal orthoses for dogs with tarsal hyperextension, Achilles tendon injuries, and hock instability. WIMBA provides custom 3D-printed tarsal orthoses as an alternative. The WIMBA tarsal orthosis supports dogs with tarsal instability and related conditions, and can be ordered through both the WIMBA GO and WIMBA PRO pathways depending on case complexity.

OrthoPets Cervical Collar Alternative

OrthoPets offered cervical collars for dogs with cervical instability, Wobbler syndrome, post-surgical needs, and neck support requirements. WIMBA provides a custom cervical collar for dogs as a direct alternative. The WIMBA cervical collar is custom-fitted to the individual patient using a digital design workflow, and is available for dogs requiring neck support following neurological events, trauma, or surgical recovery.

OrthoPets Prosthetics: What To Know

OrthoPets was also known for custom prosthetics for amputee dogs. WIMBA specialises in custom orthoses rather than prosthetics. Clinics needing prosthetics for canine amputees may wish to review other specialist providers in addition to exploring WIMBA’s orthotic offerings. For dogs that have undergone amputation and require mobility support or wound care, WIMBA’s canine amputation care resources may provide relevant guidance on post-amputation management.

For Pet Owners: What To Do If Your Dog Had an OrthoPets Device

If your dog was previously fitted for an OrthoPets brace or orthosis, or if your veterinarian previously recommended OrthoPets for your dog’s condition, here is what pet owners should know.

Talk to Your Veterinarian First

If your dog needs a new custom orthosis, replacement device, or is being evaluated for the first time, the first step is always to talk to your veterinarian or veterinary rehabilitation team. Custom orthoses require clinical assessment and must be ordered by or in collaboration with a qualified veterinary professional. WIMBA works through veterinary clinics, not directly with pet owners for device ordering.

Ask Your Clinic About WIMBA

If your clinic previously used OrthoPets and is looking for a replacement provider, you can mention WIMBA. Your veterinarian or rehabilitation professional can review WIMBA’s device options and submit a case for clinical review. WIMBA works with veterinary clinics to guide the device selection, ordering, and fitting process.

If Your Dog’s OrthoPets Device Has Worn Out

Custom orthotic devices have a functional lifespan and may need to be replaced as they wear. If your dog’s previous OrthoPets device has worn out, become damaged, or no longer fits correctly, your veterinary team can assess whether a new custom device is appropriate and submit a case to WIMBA for a replacement orthosis.

Is WIMBA Available in Your Country?

WIMBA serves veterinary clinics internationally, with active provider networks in the United States, United Kingdom, and European Union. US-based veterinary clinics that previously relied on OrthoPets can transition to WIMBA without changing country or import workflows. UK and EU clinics have full access to the same WIMBA ordering pathways and clinical support.

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