They may look silly but, as it turns out, could be a great comfort to our pooch’s physical well-being. No, they may not like them at first but they can save our fur-babies a lot of pain. But what should we buy? Take a look:
Finding The Booties That Fits:
Finding dog boots that stay on can be a real challenge. The key is finding a bootie that is flexible enough to feel comfortable, but still allows durability and support for, say, a hard-hitting hike through rocky terrain.Look for boots that are:
Snug around the ankle
Have a bit of space at the toes
Allow some wiggle room, but still offer support
Some companies measure shoe size by weight, while others base their sizing on the length from the heel of the pad to the tip of the toenail. It’ll take a couple tries for your dog to feel comfortable wearing booties, but if the shoe fits, they should love the relief.An Everyday Dog Boot
There are multiple styles of booties designed to best fit your dog’s needs. PAWZ makes amazing dog boots from 100 percent biodegradable natural rubber that retail around $15—so if you lose a shoe, it won’t make a major dent in your wallet. Couple that with the fact that PAWZ have minimal padding for a natural sock-like fit, and they’re some of the best everyday dog boots.
There are a variety of shoes/booties out there including “activity boots” and even “no boots”. If you would like to read up on them go to Daily Treat.
We are not saying every dog needs booties but if you live in an area where the temperatures get extreme with burning heat or is freezing cold it really is a kindness to look into what we think of as safety footwear for your pooch. This is especially true if you have noticed Fido licking his feet excessively.
Simply, really look at his paws. You may see blisters or raw spots you were never aware of before – but your poor pooch feels them every day! It just may be time to… boot-up your pup!
