Dog owners want to keep their dogs feet clean for different purposes including preventing allergens from making direct contact with the paws to protecting against chemicals, salt and snow. An easy and effective way to keep your dog’s feet clean is by using dog socks, dog shoes, or dog boots. At Ultrawoof, we design all our dog shoes to combine the best features of a dog sock and a dog boot so that they are comfortable, flexible, and actually stay on!
Can I Put Socks On My Dog To Go Outside? Can Dog Socks Be Worn Outside?
The short answer is yes! Dog socks can help keep your dogs feet clean from debris, allergens, mud, and chemicals that can be on the ground. In addition, dog socks are a great solution for dogs who are sensitive or particular about their feet being touched and don’t like to wear stiff dog shoes.
Using Baby Socks as Dog Socks
Dog parents can use baby socks on smaller dogs as a temporary fix to protect their pup’s feet during extreme temperatures. For more frequent uses and for larger dogs, a set of dog socks made from a stronger reinforced material such as our All Season Dog Shoe’s anti-cut material can be helpful for the outdoors. Another benefit to wearing dog socks outside is that they are much more flexible and comfortable on the paws compared to dog boots that typically have a much stiffer sole. The dog socks’ soft bottoms move with the dog which helps a dog walk with their natural gait.
Other Ways to Keep Dogs Feet Clean
In addition to wearing dog shoes, there are a few things you can do to help keep your dog’s feet clean post-walk. Cleaning your dog’s feet will help reduce excessive licking, prevent infections from them scratching their ears with dirty feet, and as a bonus, help keep your carpets and couches clean!
Use a Paw Cleaner
Some pet owners use tools like the Mud Buster to help clean paws when a wet wipe isn’t moist enough. These paw cleaner tools can be especially helpful if you need to clean your dog’s paws outdoors and don’t have access to a washroom and tub.
Keep a Package of Dog Wipes Handy
A package of dog wipes can be helpful for minor cleanups to wipe down your dog’s feet post walk. Keep a pack in the car for extra convenience.
Wipe Paws with Damp Towel
For a more eco-friendly option, you can also use a damp towel to wipe your dog’s feet after a walk. If there is too much dirt, a quick rinse in the bathtub works best. Make sure to dry the paws with a towel by squeezing each paw a few times.
Dog Socks To Clean Paws Clean
Overall, for the most effective way to prevent debris and dirt from getting on paws during the walk in the first place, we recommend trying out a pair of dog booties. They are a great preventative measure to protect your dog’s paw pads in the summer and winter and have several benefits besides keeping your dog’s feet clean!
