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DOG BOOTS - Summer or Winter Protection - LARGE
By: Guardian Gear Average Rating: 2.0 Total Reviews: 1
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Guardian Gear Dog Boots Not So Great

On: 2007-02-18

I truly have mixed reviews for these boots and ultimately warn you to stay away from them.

First, the positive news. Of all the boots Ive had for my cocker spaniel, these boots stayed on the best! The upper part of the boot is made of an elastic nylon that hugs the leg and the Velcro strap is positioned perfectly that prevents the boots from easily slipping off. The boot itself is also wide, so if you have a dog with a wide paw like mine, then the fit is even better. For this, theyre great.

The bad news. I live in the city and it is inevitable that my dog will be walking on cement, even when it snows. I use the boots more as protection from the salt than the snow itself. However, the design of the boot is poorly made insofar that the leather sole is thin, and wears out easily AND, worse, the sole does not wrap over the toe. Thus the vinyl uppers wear away immediately. After 2 weeks, I had to tape the toes of the shoes with duct tape (which, in the snow/wet weather, needs to be replaced regularly). I was just so disappointed. When I spend $20 or $30 for ANYTHING, Im expecting more than a one or two time usage of the product.

Guardian Gear Dog Boots Not So Great

On: 2007-02-17

I truly have mixed reviews for these boots and ultimately warn you to stay away from them.

First, the positive news. Of all the boots Ive had for my cocker spaniel, these boots stayed on the best! The upper part of the boot is made of an elastic nylon that hugs the leg and the Velcro strap is positioned perfectly that prevents the boots from easily slipping off. The boot itself is also wide, so if you have a dog with a wide paw like mine, then the fit is even better. For this, theyre great.

The bad news. I live in the city and it is inevitable that my dog will be walking on cement, even when it snows. I use the boots more as protection from the salt than the snow itself. However, the design of the boot is poorly made insofar that the leather sole is thin, and wears out easily AND, worse, the sole does not wrap over the toe. Thus the vinyl uppers wear away immediately. After 2 weeks, I had to tape the toes of the shoes with duct tape (which, in the snow/wet weather, needs to be replaced regularly). I was just so disappointed. When I spend $20 or $30 for ANYTHING, Im expecting more than a one or two time usage of the product.