Some measure from the heel of the pad to the tip of the toe, others include the toenail length in the size (probably a more appropriate measure, since not accounting for the nail could put excess pressure on the toes). Various companies gauge their boot sizes differently. For the most part, the cheaper brands of boots are just that – cheap. This is one category of product where it doesn’t pay to skimp. Price is always of interest to the cost-conscious dog owner, who can usually find ways to spend any extra cash on new dog toys and more treats. It should slip onto the dog’s foot with relative ease, not slip off until you want it to, and be constructed of materials that are soft enough to conform to the shape of the foot and be comfortable for the dog, yet sturdy enough to stand up to the rigors of vigorous hiking. The boot should fit fairly snugly while still providing ample room for the dog’s foot. ![]() The best boots offer a wide selection of sizes to allow for a good fit. Dogs don’t have much in the way of ankles, and a well-fitted boot must hug the ankle joint tightly without rubbing, constricting blood flow, or annoying the dog. The biggest dog boot challenge is keeping the little devils on their feet. There are even rubber boots that purport to keep your dog’s feet dry in rainy weather. They can prevent chewing and licking of sores, bandages and medications on the dog’s feet. ![]() They can be used to give a tentative dog traction on slippery floors, to prevent scratches on hardwood floors and snags on carpets, and to deter digging. ![]() There are winter boots to insulate your dog’s feet from cold, damp, ice, snow, and salt summer boots to shield your pup’s paws from the heat of pavement and asphalt, and hiking boots to protect him from the dangers of sharp rock, brambles, burrs, cacti, and foxtails.
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