Don't the dogs slip in them since they don't have any grip? We live in Minnesota and want them for our lab and Shipoo (furry feet(
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Also, our dog has very long fur around his paws and these work great for him. It took me a but to get good at putting them on, though. Just jam two fingers from each hand inside and stretch then as wide as possible. They are holding up nicely in the snow and salt, or just mucky, rainy sidewalks.
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Our dog didnt have a problem slipping in them because of the material they're made out of. Even though it might not look like it, they have pretty good traction. They will turn your dogs feet the color of the boots though. We bought the red ones so it temporarily turned our dog's feet red.
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They do slip on ice, but so do I in my big snow boots! The only time it's been a problem for them, it's also been slippery enough to be a problem for me. These booties are wonderful for protecting their paws from salt and getting snow stuck between their toes.
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They are rubber-ish, so they have a good bit of grip. Our dog doesn't usually wear then inside, but he had run around on the hardwood floors in them and doesn't slip around like he does with bare paws.
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They are fine for snow, but on ice they have zero grip. Our dog runs fine in the snow and doesn't get cold feet for over twenty minutes, but it's comical on ice due to the smooth surface (the pawz label offers some traction but not enough for more than a few steps). We attempt to avoid it with our dog at all costs, but snow is fine.
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The word Paws is molded into the bootie and helps with traction a bit. Most of all, these don't come off. They are the only booties that actually stay put. I highly recommend them for protection against salt. They are not insulated and not made for warmth.
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My dogs (Westie and Scotty) have no issues with slipping or with their fur. We've been using these for over three years now and absolutely Love them and so do my dogs!
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You put them on like you would put a pillow case on a pillow. Turn it inside out, grad the bottom of the foot and roll it over their paws bottom to top.reverse for removal. Don
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Do NOT get this for your dog if they have furry feet. Our dog has furry feet and it was terrible getting them on and off of him without hurting him! They are like taking a balloon and putting them on your dogs feet- it would be the same thing. I do not recommend anyone to buy these if they have a dog with lots of fur.
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They have some grip actually since the PAWS logo is embossed on one side. Trust me though, these are only a temporary solution and you should try to find yourself a more permanent option. I'm using Top Paw hard shoes for my dog now and as long as you do up the velcro extra tight, they have an amazing tendency to actually stay on. PAWZ rubbers don't have as good traction and they break down and crack quickly on salted roads and sidewalks - personally, I would spend the extra 10 or 20 bucks to get a longer lasting solution (in fact, that's exactly what i did do!) Amazon likely stocks all the dog shoes you could need, but you might want to check with the manufacturer's website to pick out the best size. They have some grip actually since the PAWS logo is embossed on one side. Trust me though, these are only a temporary solution and you should try to find yourself a more permanent option. I'm using Top Paw hard shoes for my dog now and as long as you do up the velcro extra tight, they have an amazing tendency to actually stay on. PAWZ rubbers don't have as good traction and they break down and crack quickly on salted roads and sidewalks - personally, I would spend the extra 10 or 20 bucks to get a longer lasting solution (in fact, that's exactly what i did do!) Amazon likely... » Read More They have some grip actually since the PAWS logo is embossed on one side. Trust me though, these are only a temporary solution and you should try to find yourself a more permanent option. I'm using Top Paw hard shoes for my dog now and as long as you do up the velcro extra tight, they have an amazing tendency to actually stay on. PAWZ rubbers don't have as good traction and they break down and crack quickly on salted roads and sidewalks - personally, I would spend the extra 10 or 20 bucks to get a longer lasting solution (in fact, that's exactly what i did do!) Amazon likely stocks all the dog shoes you could need, but you might want to check with the manufacturer's website to pick out the best size. « Show Less
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If you can train the dogs to use them than I don't see why not. There usually is an attractant in the pads so the dogs smell it and are drawn to them to do their business. Plus if it gives your dogs some dignity and they aren't having accidents, everyone's happy. When my dogs were puppy's I praised them every time they used them and they have ever since. Winters in my area can be very cold and blustery. My 5 pound Yorkie dislikes going out in the freezing cold or when it's very hot, she's a diva :)
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No, I think if they got even a little wet they'd be slippery. And walking on them probably would crack them after some time. They are made for wire shelving.
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I believe they do. They're slippery enough to prevent a foothold. Only way might be if they can leap onto feeder from some place close. I have three and have never seen a squirrel on any of them and my neighborhood has lots of squirrels! Hope this helps.
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I have had issues when the dogs are playing and run over or into the pads. In that situation the pads slide or get bunched up. But normally the pads are large and heavy enough that they stay put. There is no sticky material or non-slip material on the pads.
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They aren't slippery. They are well-made. I had trouble fitting my elderly dog--her feet are splayed, but she's only medium size & the boots that fit her feet were too large on leg. I had luck with Protex Pawz reusable boots. They are like little balloons that fit on feet. They give protection, traction & are much less expensive. You might check them out.
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Maybe? How big are these rats!? The platforms are actually slippery so you may have to line them with something that they can grab onto. Hope this helps :)
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I would say they could fit. May be tight and don't think its would be very easy to move with them in there. Not made for travel with animal inside.
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No they are not. They don't move around much, even with two dogs, a small child and a husband but I'm considering buying Velcro tape to to keep them completely secure.
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I had trouble with mine moving a little on our wood floors It didnt seem to bother my dogs but it annoyed me I bought the large memory foam bath mats and placed them under my ramps and it keeps them from moving I have 12 dogs so believe me when I say these ramps have been well tested at our house I think they are wonderful I bought replacement covers so when they need washed i have another set of covers to put on so the dogs are never without their ramps
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No and they are the size of a place mat. Too small for my 6 week old puppy.
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Hello Lisa: I have an 85lb Samoyed who slips on wood and tile floors and he will not step on them without his boots on. As you know Florida does not have much snow...so I do not know if this will transfer from floors to snow. But he and I are well satisfied with the boots.Have a great and Blessed day.Kreutzer
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I have a dashund/corgi. And the booties aren't very big. My dog never wore them because they were too small.
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It's not sandy it all its small crystals so I have never seen them on the pads of their paws. I can't imagine how that would happen with this litter.
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Probably. Except my dog walks funny in them on hard ground. He's fine in the snow, they are great for that. However, I think this would be really uncomfortable for your dog to just be walking around the house in. He would probably just try to pull them off constantly and would have very little balance. Funny to watch! I'm guessing not so fun for dog.
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Neither of my dogs try to lick it off. One is a lab, the other a labradoodle. It's been so cold here in Maine that we've started using "Hott Doggers- Boots for Dogs." They're great in snow and on salty sidewalks. I strap them on tightly and rarely have a problem. My dogs don't lift their paws like they used to when it is very cold out. Highly recommend.
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My German Shephard wears them and they are wide enough for her paws to not be constricted yet they do not flop off her paws either. She wears them in the house to protect our hardwood floors so they also provide her with much needed traction as well. She does have an outdoor pair during the winter to protect her paws from salt too. She has worn them (this particular brand) her entire life. We have tried a couple of other brands but they were not the quality of the Fashion pet, not did they fit as well or last as long. Hope this helps!