Many people have already benefited from prosthetics and other medical procedures that have made use of 3D printing technology. However, humans are not the only species to have had their lives improved in this way. More and more, we are finding ways to give our disabled animal friends a second chance at living a normal life.
Dogs have been one of the more common recipients of 3D printed prosthetics. A birth defect common among small dogs leaves many unfortunate canines without functional front legs. In the past, such dogs might have been euthanized, but now they are able to take advantage of printed wheels or leg extenders.
Some birds have also found their salvation with 3D printing. Toucans and a bald eagle were able to replace damaged beaks, and a duck born without a foot was able to get a functional prosthetic.
The list goes on. From turtles to horses to hermit crabs, there is no limit to the creatures who can enjoy the benefits of 3D printing. To find out more about how you, too, can benefit, contact our rapid prototyping company in Seattle.
