1) If you have slippery floors eg wood, tiles, laminate.
- In older dogs with muscle weakness or arthritis the tread on the shoes helps with grip and gives them a lot more confidence when walking
- Postoperatively: when we don’t want them to slip and injure themselves or damage the surgical site.
- Neurological cases: eg disc prolapses, degenerative myelopathies, nerve damage, paralysis
2) If your pet is chewing or dragging its feet on the floor causing sores or wounds shoes can be used to protect them
3) Active pets: Dogs that go trail running and on long hikes to protect their feet from stones and harsh ground.
4) As a fashion accessory 😉
5) If our pet has a grass allergy socks and boots can be used to protect the skin between the paw pads.
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