Fix those cracks (in your pup’s paws)
Your dog already has built-in traction control. I’m talking about his paw pads.
However, these paw pads can also be the cause for your dog’s legs sliding out from underneath him…
You know the tires on your car? As they wear down or get damaged, they don’t grip the road properly.
Well, your pups paw pads work in the same way. If they are dry, cracked or worn down, they can’t grip your floor.
A quick spot check will determine whether your dog’s paw pads are the cause.
One of the most popular ways to fix damaged paw pads is paw balm. Think of it as moisturizer designed for your pup’s paw pads.
Application couldn’t be more straightforward. Rub the paw balm over the paw pads, massaging it in with your fingers. If you have a dog who hates you touching his paws, a
It is worth mentioning that cracked paw pads can be caused by allergies, nutritional problems and other medical conditions. When in doubt, consult your vet.[1]
Give your pup an anti-slip manicure
Your anti-slip solution could be as simple as giving your dog’s nails a trim.
When it comes to slippery floors like wood or tiles, long nails reduce your dog’s ability to grip the floor.
You see, if your dog’s nails are too long, your dog will place weight on the nails when walking, instead of his toe pads. [2]
Hard nails can’t grip hard flooring. And without proper traction, your pup will slide with each step he takes. So, you need to give these slippery suckers a trim.
With your dog’s nails trimmed, he can now rely on his toe pads to grip the floor.
Provide Your Dog With Socks and Boots
There are several dog socks and boots advertised to help dogs navigate floors without slipping, but many have poor reviews. This could be because socks and boots interfere with a dog’s natural ability to use their paw pads for traction (this seems to apply to people as well). How many times as a child did you slip or risk slipping when running on tiles while wearing socks? Yet, how many times have you slipped or risked slipping when you were barefoot?
Now, not all products are bad. There are some socks/boots that are promising because they have a soft rubber coating, however, dog owners often report having difficulties keeping the socks on. Worth mentioning are Grippers non-slip socks. These socks offer the advantage of having the rubber coating around the entire paw so that even if the sock twists, dogs will be provided with the needed traction.
How To Stop Your Dog From Slipping On Floors? Know Top 10 Easy Tricks
If your dog is slipping on floors on a regular basis, it can stress out the both of you, and even result in injuries! Forget the dog shoes and booties; there are easier ways to provide anti-slip traction for your dog.
While the occasional slip might not cause much concern, and can even be a little comical, falls present the risk for serious injury, especially for senior dogs. Even if your dog is physically unharmed by floor-skating, enough slipping and sliding can make them fearful of walking on certain surfaces.