Dog shoes and slippers

Your dog's paws are always in contact with the changing ground. Dog paws are naturally tough and can handle a lot, but they need extra protection in some situations. Dog slippers keep your pet's paws in good condition on changing grounds and weather conditions.

Some of your dog's body heat evaporates through its paws - so make sure they're protected in cold climates. Look for signs that show your dog is cold, such as paw lifting, head shaking, back arching, and bumpy walking.

The slippers warm your pet's paws and stop heat from evaporating through the feet. Dog shoes also prevent hard frost from causing cracks in the paws. Dog boots made from a rubber material protect the paws from road salt, which can cause dryness in the feet. The shoes also prevent snow from clumping up on the feet. Warm dog coats and overalls provide extra comfort in cold weather.

When the snow melts in the spring, streets are full of crushed stone that is used to prevent slipping. Dog boots protect against sharp-edged stones and make walking outside safer for your pet. The rubber-soled shoes also protect the paws from hot pavement and broken glass in the summer.

If you do long hikes with your dog, consider the terrain from your dog’s perspective. Rough terrain puts a lot of stress on the paws, and dog shoes can be necessary for extra protection. In rainy weather, dog rain boots and slippers keep the paws clean and dry, preventing skin infections.

Measure your dog’s paws to find the right size for its shoes. Use the following instructions when measuring the paws:

• Place the paw on a piece of paper and draw the outline on the paper.
• Measure the paw's width and length at the outline's widest point.
• Preferably measure the dog's front paws, which are often larger than the back paws.

If the measurement falls between two sizes, choose the larger one to avoid pressure on the paws. Read more tips for measuring your pet in our sizing guide for dogs.

If your dog has never worn slippers, give it time to get used to them. Lightweight fleece slippers are great for a dog that is practicing wearing slippers. Walking may feel clumsy at first, but it will get easier as your dog gets used to the shoes. Here are some tips for getting used to dog shoes:

• Let your dog sniff the new dog boot without hurrying.
• Put the slippers on your dog's feet in a peaceful setting. For example, stand on a carpet while you put the slippers on to avoid slipping.
• The easiest way to put the slippers on is with the dog standing between your legs. Lift the dog's legs one paw at a time and slip the shoes on carefully.
• Tighten the slippers loosely and let your dog get used to the feeling of having slippers on.
• Reward your dog for walking with the slippers on.

Make sure your dogs' paws are in good condition. Rinse the dirt with warm water if the paws get dirty on a walk. Remember to dry the paws to keep the skin healthy. You can wash extra muddy paws with mild dog shampoo. However, try to use shampoo sparingly.

Trim your pet's nails regularly to prevent them from chipping. Trimmed nails also keep the dog's slippers in good condition when there is less wear on the material. Regular paw checks help you spot potential problems and address them in time. Take care of cracked paws immediately to prevent more severe problems. You can also add oil products to the dog’s diet to help with the treatment.

Dog shoes help to take good care of your dog’s paws. Order quality, durable dog slippers to keep your dog’s paws healthy.