Thanks again. I also have found some videos demonstrating how to make a sling from Elastoplast wrap... we now have a definite idea of what is needed. Will send a photo soon.

Thank you so much for your thoughts, advice and the links! The price of the sling is so high... But I think we can make something using this as a model. Our vet has recommended some anti inflammatory medicine and I am sure it will help. Agree she likely has cardiac issues due to her age.

We have a sheltered deer who is about 10 years old. We call her Bambi. About 2 years ago we noticed she had a hard large swelling and limited mobility of her right rear knee (?) joint. That leg is now contracted at a 90 degree angle at the knee - the foot does not drag on the ground, it does not tou...