first dog to have life saved using pioneering protective suit

Diesel, a six-stone bull mastiff, is thought to be the first dog to have used the pioneering new garment. Yvonne Nugent, 47, was left devastated when the three-year-old pet pooch was caught under her trailer as she dropped off hay for horses on her farm. Diesel was left with three bone-deep lacerations on his back leg. After considering amputation and putting him down, vets at The Crescent Veterinary Clinic, Leics., decided to try the pioneering new technology on him. The KANfix bandage, created by Stridez, is a whole body garment which wraps around the wound to give extra support through low level compression. It was created by Dr Nick Allen and Sally Cowan, who have both worked with Olympic champions as well as SKY Cycling, England Rugby and Ferrari.