Keeps leg in normal walking angle. Allows weight bearing of affected limb. Immobilizes limbs for wound healing, burn therapy and skin grafts. Provides extra support for fractures of the lower limb. Reduces the costs associated with bandaging, degloving injuries and casting. Provides easy access for daily wound therapy. Lightweight construction increases patient tolerance. Prevents knuckling of lower limbs associated with nerve paralysis. Ease of application increases owner compliance. Waterproof allows animals to get them wet if necessary to enhance rehabilitation.