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Why Dogs Wear Boots

Part Two

My dog will never let me put those things on his feet! If your dog isn’t used to having his feet handled you may have to start by touching his feet, then praise him with a treat, and stop. When you can touch all 4 feet without any issues from your pet you are ready to move on to training.

Supplies Needed

Fido
Friend
Leash
Booties
Very small treats

Training

Day 1-4

It is important to keep the bootie attached to your pets’ foot, meaning do not let him walk out or kick off the bootie, you may need your friend to hold your pet in place.

Take the bootie and slip it onto one of his feet, then treat him, remove the bootie and stop. Do a different foot daily until you have completely had a bootie on each foot.

Training

Day 5-6

The idea here is the same as the 1st four days except you will boot up 2 feet at a time until all 4 booties are on your dog successfully. Your dog might have problems walking across a slippery surface, so start your pet walking on carpet or outside on the grass. With your love and plenty of treats your pet will be willing to protect his paws with every step he takes out the door.

Molly Loves her boots!