I purchased the Grip Trex Boots for my dog and noticed they are causing sores on my pups paws. What should I do?
A. Typically rub spots are caused by an incorrectly sized boot, a boot not properly adjusted or a boot that has not been given adequate time to break in. Boot Liners are available and, like socks you wear with your own shoes, cushion and protect paws from any abrasion that might occur. Firstly make sure you have the correct size boots. For guidance, the boots should do up above the dew claw but below the carpal pad on the front paws. Once you are certain the boots fit correctly, Ruff Wear recommend you allow time for your pup to break their new boots in so they will conform to their paws. Start out using them for shorter walks or play time then have a quick check of your dog’s paws to ensure the boots are not rubbing the fur or pads. If there are sore spots, stop using the boot to allow the paw to heal. Just like if you were to wear shoes without socks, you would probably develop a sore or blister – the same thing can happen to some dogs who wear boots without boot liners. Ruff Wear re
