Ⅰ. What is a Hoyer Lift?

A Hoyer Lift is an electric or manual patient transfer lift commonly used in human medical care. It is mainly designed to help people with limited mobility safely transfer between locations such as beds, wheelchairs, and bathrooms. First popularized by the Danish company Hoyer, it has now become one of the generic names for this type of equipment.

Ⅱ. Is a Hoyer Lift Suitable for Dogs?

While Hoyer primarily focuses on the human medical and industrial motor sectors (as stated in the materials you provided, its 2024 ESG report highlights the application of high-efficiency motors in ships, HVAC, energy, and industry), the pet care market does offer devices with functions similar to a Hoyer Lift. These devices are usually called:

Pet mobility lifts

Dog lifting harnesses with hoist systems

Vest-style or full-body support slings

Ceiling-mounted or portable dog lifts

These devices are commonly used for:

Elderly dogs (e.g., those with arthritis or hip dysplasia)

Dogs recovering from surgery

Large dogs that cannot stand on their own

Brands such as Help ’Em Up, Walkin’ Pets, Ruffwear, and Ortho Dog offer support harnesses. Electric lifting devices that are closer to the concept of a Hoyer Lift are mostly custom-made for use in veterinary clinics, rehabilitation centers, or pet care facilities.

Ⅲ. Are There Studies or Technologies Applying Hoyer Technology to Animals?

Currently, there is no evidence that Hoyer has developed lifting equipment specifically for dogs. However, it is worth noting that one of the Microsoft research papers in the knowledge base you provided—focused on 3D dog reconstruction ("Who left the dogs out?")—mentions reconstructing dogs’ 3D postures and body shapes using images (via the SMBLD model). This falls under the categories of computer vision and biomechanical modeling, and has no direct connection to physical assistive devices like lifts.

Ⅳ. If You Need to Find a Hoyer Lift-like Solution for Your Dog, Here Are the Suggestions:

Consult a veterinarian or animal rehabilitation specialist: They can recommend suitable mobility aids.

Search with the following keywords:

"dog mobility lift"

"canine patient lift"

"pet hoist system"

"large dog lifting harness with sling"

Consider DIY modifications: Some pet owners modify small human-use Hoyer Lifts to work with pet-specific slings. However, you must pay attention to safety and load-bearing compatibility.