The YEYETAC™ K-9 Splint is a purpose-built canine limb immobilization splint with an aluminum alloy core and closed-cell polyethylene foam exterior. Its 3/8" longitudinal midline opening conforms to canine leg anatomy for stable support with fewer pressure points. Hand-contourable, radiolucent, waterproof, washable, and reusable for K-9 field care. SPECIFICATION DETAIL Product YEYETAC™ K-9 Splint Manufacturer YEYETAC™ (Wuxi Golden Hour Medical Technology) Sizes Small (S), Medium (M) Dimensions (S) 8.25" L × 3.15" W × 0.2" H Weight (S) 0.87 oz Midline opening (S) 5.75" L × 1.38" W Dimensions (M) 10.25" L × 4.33" W × 0.2" H Weight (M) 1.47 oz Midline opening (M) 7.72" L × 1.38" W Core material Aluminum alloy Exterior material Closed-cell polyethylene foam Radiolucent Yes — X-ray without removal Waterproof / washable Yes Reusable Yes — remoldable across patients OVERVIEW & USE CASES + When you need canine limb stabilization fast, improvisation fails. Human splints and makeshift wraps often shift on a dog’s tapered leg, creating hot spots and poor immobilization. The YEYETAC™ K-9 Splint is built around canine leg geometry and designed to provide broad contact coverage with fewer pressure points. Best-fit use cases: Working dog trauma (falls, strikes, training injuries) requiring rapid stabilization for movement/evac. Rural/wilderness response where veterinary access is delayed. K-9 medical loadouts for SAR, LE K-9, MWD, and tactical med teams. Diagnostic / continuity of care: Radiolucent construction supports X-ray imaging without removal, reducing re-splinting cycles and patient stress. HOW TO USE / CONTENTS + What’s included: 1 × YEYETAC™ K-9 Splint (Size S or Size M). Field application (high level): Measure leg circumference at the site requiring fixation. Select a width that covers ~70–90% of circumference (do not fully encircle — the midline opening is intentional). Determine appropriate splint length to immobilize the injury as indicated. Hand-contour longitudinal sides to match the limb. Apply and fine-adjust by hand. Secure using medical tape or cohesive bandage (e.g., Vet Wrap-style). Always follow veterinarian guidance for diagnosis and splinting decisions; monitor for swelling, discoloration, odor, or increasing pain. VS. COMPETITORS + Compared to SAM® Splint – Veterinary: SAM® is a flat, cut-to-size malleable splint that rolls/folds for compact storage and is radiolucent. YEYETAC™ K-9 Splint is purpose-formed around canine geometry with a longitudinal midline opening to reduce pressure points and improve stability on tapered canine limbs. Positioning: If you want a true multi-purpose flat splint, SAM® is the classic generalist. If you want a canine-specific immobilization profile optimized for K-9 legs, the YEYETAC™ K-9 Splint is the specialist. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS + Is the K-9 Splint CoTCCC-recommended? CoTCCC recommendations apply to human combat casualty care devices and do not cover veterinary splints. Do not treat this item as CoTCCC-recommended. Can I take X-rays with the splint on? Yes. The K-9 Splint is radiolucent for X-ray examination without removal. Is it single-use? No. It is washable and reusable; it can be remolded and used across patients. What size should I choose? Choose a splint width that covers about 70–90% of the leg circumference at the injury site, then ensure length provides needed support. What should I use to secure it? Medical tape or cohesive bandage (Vet Wrap-style) is commonly used to secure the splint in place.
