PawZ Rubber Dog Boots for Paws to 1" - All-Weather Dog Booties for Hot Pavement, Sand, Snow, Mud, and Rain - Anti Slip Dog Socks - Tiny, Green

We have been using Pawz for our dogs paws for years. We have a 52 lb. beagle/terrier mix and a 12 lb. Pomeranian (both rescues). The boots keep their paws dry, protect them from salt and chemicals and prevent their pads from getting too cold. Without Pawz on their feet, they pick their feet up and look at us for help because their feet are too cold. With Pawz, they can walk through the snow and ice for a very reasonable amount of time (1-3 miles). They should fit snugly around the ankle so they don't fall off but have "air space" around the foot. The layer of air helps protect against the cold. I think the size chart is a little off, though. This is the first winter for our Pomeranian. So, we ordered him boots according to the specifications and the boots were too small. They fit snugly around the whole foot and he found them uncomfortable. So, we ordered the next larger size and he wears them with no problem. They are reasonably prices so we will just donate the smaller ones to the local shelter. Note that they are just like a strong balloon. So, you need to pull the opening very wide to be able to get them on their feet. Once on the feet, though, they work great. We have tried more traditional dog boots but they always fell off. The dogs don't know what to think of them at first when they are in the house. But, as soon as they go outside, they forget all about them and enjoy their snowy walks! If they try to pull them off, it may be because they are too small. We recommend them to all our doggie neighbors' parents!

Wow! I am severely unimpressed with the quality of this product. As was asked by someone on Amazon's Q&A page, yes, indeed, these are basically latex balloon material and nothing more.Some background... I was looking for some foot protection for my Golden Retriever who gets snow and ice stuck between her pads when winter arrives and we are outdoors. She doesn't seem to need insulation as far as warmth goes, but I always worry about the snow and the potential salts on walkways when we're out in the community. This seemed like an ideal solution.I was very wrong and should've heeded the warnings from some of the reviewers.First, the material is incredibly flimsy, but I was willing to give it a shot. These, however, are not easy to get on a dogs' paws. Even stretching them (like you would a balloon) before putting them on did nothing. I was not thrilled about having something so tightly fitting around her leg, but I figured I'd give them a chance since they'd only be on for a short time and not used daily.I may have been able to get over the tight fit (I understand why this would be done to keep them in place), but the quality is ridiculous. After having them on for about 10 minutes, the included photos of the "bootie massacre" were the results. It was absolutely an indication that these would not work for us. We didn't even get one solid use out of them, let alone getting any sort of reuse down the line. All four of the boots had holes and tears and one came off (impossible as that seemed to me at the start) while moving.I also tried another set on my Labrador (who doesn't suffer with getting snow stuck, but I thought they might just work as protection from salt) and they fell off of her after 30 seconds of walking. Literally just came right off as she was walking - and I'm frankly not sure how it happened because the fit around the securing point was quite snug. She also had holes in hers and, as stated, they were only on her for a few seconds before they came off.Perhaps for very small dogs these might work in VERY delicate use situations (maybe - though I can't imagine they'd be good for much of anything), but if a dog is of average to large size, I just can't see these as a viable option at all. Such a shame and a waste of money, but I would hate to see someone else buy these and think they would get multiple uses out of them when one use didn't even happen.

Several months after we got our (rescued) collie, she began to lick her feet, biting the pads until they were red and bleeding! We worked with our vet to determine that it was a grass/weeds (spring/summer) weeds and grass allergy. We gave her medication (which did help) - but then I came across these. The first set I bought (Blue) was just a LITTLE tight - but within 3 days of me putting them on her for EVERY trip outside...the biting and licking were gone! I purchased another set (Purple) and BINGO! These fit very well (I do need to keep her nails reasonably short for the best fit). I am confused with people who say they are so hard to get on because we don't experience that at all - granted, the EASIEST is for two people - one lifts a paw while the dog is standing, the other slides the boot on. (They are easy also if the dog is laying on the couch - something my dogs are really into anyway!) However, I can get them on her by myself with relative ease. For allergy purposes they MUST be on for every trip out (yeah, when I'm tired it seems like a bit of a hassle - but if I don't put them on, I regret it when she licks!). During the height of the season, I also sometimes wipe off her legs above the boots when she comes in, using a damp cloth. Anyone who has a dog with paw allergies knows how minor doing this would be compared to the worry of endless licking, chewing and bleeding paws. :( One set has lasted TWO SEASONS. Not one tear. Occasionally she (or another dog) will step on one, and pull it off. The Purple color makes it easy for me to find it in the yard. I LOVE THESE THINGS!! I have NEVER had an instance of the top "cutting" the ankle (if it's that tight, the boot is too small, in my opinion). They are sturdy and do the job I need them to do! Best of all, she takes NO more medication.