19.3.2015

I have a 27kg crossbreed with approx Labrador/Golden Retriever size feet. He is from Romania and due to the abuse he suffered there, he has 3 permanently dislocated toes on his back leg which cause his foot to be splayed and he walks a bit on the side of his footpad. He suffers no pain from it - he allows me to play with the foot and walks on it perfectly fine when the ground is soft. However, when he is moving faster than a walk on hard ground, the impact of his foot hitting the ground is uncomfortable for him and he recently stopped using the foot altogether on hard ground, thereby causing a bit of muscle wastage. In order to find a solution that was not medication related (he has been on Metacam for a while and I am desperate to get him off it),

2.4.2016

I bought these for my mum's dog, A 3 year old male Shi Tzu, who she has kindly re-homed after the previous owners could no longer look after due to the arrival of a new baby. The dog has an issue with his front paws, which result in him dragging his claws when he walks any distance, resulting in them being worn down to the quick and bleeding as a result. This is a chronic problem and will not improve, so hence the purchase of the boots.Initially, I bought the medium size, but these proved to be too big, so went to the small size, which proved to be a better fit. The fitting around the legs is still a bit too generous for smaller dogs, meaning that you have to get the Velcro strap really tight to hold the boots in place,

2.4.2016

I bought these for my mum's dog, A 3 year old male Shi Tzu, who she has kindly re-homed after the previous owners could no longer look after due to the arrival of a new baby. The dog has an issue with his front paws, which result in him dragging his claws when he walks any distance, resulting in them being worn down to the quick and bleeding as a result. This is a chronic problem and will not improve, so hence the purchase of the boots.Initially, I bought the medium size, but these proved to be too big, so went to the small size, which proved to be a better fit. The fitting around the legs is still a bit too generous for smaller dogs, meaning that you have to get the Velcro strap really tight to hold the boots in place,

26.11.2020

I was very sceptical about these bootees, however, they are absolutely brilliant!! We have a 43kg Spanish Mastin (similar in size to a large GSD) so ordered the XL. She cut her large paw pad quite badly a few days ago so off to the vet - cleaned, antibiotics, etc, and also supplied with a neoprene bootee to prevent licking and further infection.I bought these in addition so we could swap them over when one got dirty and to keep her wound clean. They’re actually so good they’re better than the one supplied by the vet!I’m just back from a 2hr walk - she was off lead - and across muddy fields, grass, straw and then a dip in the river! The bootee STAYED ON the whole walk and didn’t need adjusted once!

6.10.2017

Our lab bitch had a bad cut to her rear pad, which failed to heal and had to be stitched. These boots worked really well once the vets bandages came off, and we were able to take her for walks again. We bought the large to begin with, and they were a bit too big, but the way the boot fastens around the leg meant it stayed in place,it just got a bit scuffed,but still worked okay, and so we found that the medium was a better fit. ( Our girl is a 33kg show type with sturdy legs and feet)The boot being a soft neoprene means they are really flexible and mould to the dogs foot shape, and in our case, she forgot very quickly that she was wearing anything at all.They are easily washed, (

5.3.2013

My 6 month old golden retriever got a very nasty and deep gash on the paw and it was stitched and kept bandaged for a couple of weeks. We all nearly went mad because he could not go for his walks and he went a bit stir crazy. Even letting him out to the garden for toilet breaks was a problem, trying to keep the bandaging dry. Initially I used plastic bags and elastics to keep the foot dry while he was outside but the bags did not last long. Then I used duct tape to wrap a strong plastic bag, making a pretty durable boot that each lasted a couple of days.Finally I got a pair of these and they worked a treat. Not waterproof, so I used a small plastic bag as a waterproof liner when walking in wet weather.

17.4.2017

I bought these boots after my poor Westie injured his back paw pad. As any dog owner will know, healing a paw pad is extremely difficult and challenging.These boots are an absolute life saver!I bought the Small size for my 5 yr old Westie which over a light dressing gives a perfect fit.I do suggest these boots are used mainly for indoor wear and short trips outside as in my opinion they are not hard wearing enough for long walks on rough/hard surfaces and they are definitely not waterproof.They are extremely good value for money as you get two boots in the packet. They are made from a lightweight neoprene type material with slightly rubberised ends that allow for a bit of grip especially on wooden floors.

29.1.2012

I bought these for my black lab which had injured his paw. The vet put a bandage on but needless to say this did not stay on for long. I bought the boots to try and protect his paw from infection. I found that they worked quite well. The first time I used one of the boots, it came off. Luckily the dog was on the lead at the time, so I saw the boot coming off and didn't lose it. It came off because I didn't put it on tightly enough. After that I ensured that it was on properly and it did not come off again, even when the dog was charging around in the woods, off the lead. The dog soon got used to wearing a boot and it didn't seem to bother him so we will continue using it until his paw is completely healed.

7.1.2015

Arrived quick and well made nice quality etc. You get two boots in a pack. I bought the large for a Westie/ Maltipoo, but on hindsight a medium would have been better fit. Once you have bandaged the paw if a wound then may take up the slack, so only choose a med if still going to be roomy etc. Straps fit top and middle of paw and stay on tight with velcro fastenings and unless you dog is a like Houdini and keeps pulling at it then stays on. Comfortable once on and although my dog did this pathetic flip flop flippers walk at first, it's funny how quick she walked naturally on it when waved a treat at her. lol Very pleased and stops the dog licking at the wound or getting paw wound dirty or sore made worse by walking on gravel or pavement.

17.8.2014

I think perhaps I expected too much from these boots. My large (plus 40 kilo's)German Shepherd has a degenerative condition and drags his feet, wearing down his claws until they bleed and I try to walk him as much and for as long as possible to try to avoid him losing muscle in his legs. I walk him in the Forestry Commission woods on rough, stoney paths and so he wears down his boots very quickly. Generally, a pair will last about 8 to 10 hours walking but I have little doubt that on easier terrain and/or worn by a lighter dog they would last much longer. I will keep buying them because they are very easy to put on and seem to be comfortable for him to wear. I put them on his front feet which drag less than the back ones.

16.5.2018

I'd put 3.5 stars if I could. Definitely the best solution I've found but by no means perfect. My Reggie is a 2-yr old collie / boxer cross with boundless energy - he can keep up with a car at 30mph, so enforced inactivity is not his thing. Badly cut paw, he has pulled his stitches out; the vet's wonderful bandages and dressings last about an hour and I won't use that Buster collar thing, not least because he can't even drink with it on, hardly get through doors, the whole bit. After various attempts with elastoplast and gaffer tape I got a pair of these. The vet doesn't like them because the dog's feet sweat inside and if it's wet the wound won't heal, but that's better than unprotected in the mud and dust.

18.7.2018

I bought this for my ageing Cocker Spaniel as he spends most of his time indoors and has a really difficult time getting to his feet or even keeping his footing on the tile or laminate wooden flooring. I bought a ‘Large’ and I think they fit well though I couldn’t say if a size smaller would have been better or worse. Placing them on his feet takes a bit of effort to ensure his foot his fully in while I secure the straps tightly, as they will begin to slip loose otherwise.In the end I am quite happy with this product despite only light use so far, though he won’t wear these as outdoor shoes outside of instances where he wanders out the back door,

13.11.2012

My dog has a skin condition on her front feet which means that I have to keep them clean and she cannot be walked without boots on.Until I started using boots my dog was always suffering with blisters and raw infected patches on her front feet. She was almost continually on antibiotics.Having tried a few different types of boots, these are much the best. They stay on well (provided you pick the right size for your dog's feet), they're not too heavy, they're easy to put on and my dog obviously finds them comfortable. They keep any dirt and grit out very effectively but aren't waterproof.My one criticism of these boots would be that they don't last very long.

7.4.2016

To be honest I wasn't expecting them to last 5 minutes when they arrived as my dog is very large, very destructive and very determined. I am really really pleased with the product though. Elvis must find the boots comfortable as he has taken no notice at all of it. The sizing is a bit confusing I bought xl but they are too small (we have an American bulldog) so xxl would probably have been better - maybe a clearer sizing guide on the Amazon description page would be useful? As it is though they are doing the job nicely so definitely worth the 5 stars. I was beginning to give up on finding a product to encourage my dog to leave his bandages alone on his injured foot he smashed off hard plastic cones and got round softer ones,

6.6.2011

My twelve-year old labrador, of ebullient character, had been severely handicapped by sterile granuloma for four years, despite the best veterinary treatment, and had latterly been almost crippled by arthritis, again, despite very expensive medication, which he still takes. At first, I was dubious about this pair of boots. Others by the same manufacturer had suede soles, a knitted cuff (which snagged on dewclaws) and one velcro strap. They inverted easily and the toes were soon scuffed through. This model, made of neoprene, with plastic soles, looks more flimsy, but does the job much better, because the two straps are more secure, and the dog has learnt to walk without scuffing the toes.

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