Dog Boots: Protection for Sensitive Paws Against Salt and Heat
Road salt, grit and hot tarmac take their toll on paws. Here you'll find dog boots and non-slip socks for walks outdoors and for home.
Kerbl Pet Dog Socks Bruno, Set of 4, Grey/Red, Non-Slip Rubber Sole, M
Variants from €4.90
Regular price: €5.33 Dog Boots: Well Protected on Any Surface
Your dog's paws are tough, but not indestructible. In winter, road salt irritates the pads, sharp grit can cause small injuries, and in summer tarmac quickly gets too hot. Here you'll find the Active paw protection boots in a set of 2 for outdoors, as well as the non-slip Bruno dog socks in a set of 4 and Susi socks with a nitrile coating for indoors.
When Dog Boots Make Sense
Dog boots are worthwhile if you regularly walk on gritted paths, if your dog has cracked pads or if a paw is injured and a bandage needs to stay clean and dry. On long hikes over loose stones they also protect against wear. Non-slip socks help older dogs that lose their footing on smooth tiles or wooden floors. They give security when getting up and stop your dog slipping and hurting itself.
Fit and Getting Used to Them
So that the boot doesn't pinch or get lost, measure the paw width. To do this, stand your dog on a sheet of paper, let it put weight on the paw and mark the widest point. The boot should close snugly without constricting. Most dogs walk a little stiffly for the first few minutes. That's why you should practise briefly indoors first, distract your dog with play and treats and extend the wearing time step by step.
Frequently asked questions
How do I measure paw size for dog boots?
Stand your dog on a sheet of paper and let it put weight on the paw, because then it spreads just as it does when walking. Mark the widest point on the left and right and measure the distance. Measure front and back paws separately, as they're often different sizes.
Can my dog wear boots for the whole walk?
Yes, once it's used to them. At home, though, take the boots off again so the paws can breathe, and check the skin for pressure points.
What helps if my dog keeps kicking its boots off?
Often the boots are too big or not fastened tightly enough. Check the size and tighten the fastening without constricting the paw. Get your dog used to them in short steps with rewards, and the problem usually sorts itself out.
Dog Boots for Healthy Paws
Dog boots protect your dog's paws when the ground gives them a hard time. In winter they keep road salt and sharp grit away from the pads, and in summer they protect against hot tarmac. They're also helpful if a paw is injured, because a bandage stays clean and dry. For indoors there are non-slip dog socks that give older dogs in particular more grip on smooth tiles and wooden floors. So that nothing pinches, measure the paw width while your dog is standing and choose the right size. Measure the front and back paws separately, as they're often different sizes. Get your dog used to the boots in small steps with treats, and it will soon walk in them quite happily. At home, take the boots off again and check the pads carefully for any pressure points or sore spots.