Dog booties

Dog booties, commonly called booties, are rubber, fabric, or plastic coverings for dogs' paws used to protect the animal from cold weather, rough terrain, or injury.

They are analogous to human shoes and are most common in sled dog races.

Many races require booties as a basic element of dog care.

Changing booties is necessary when they become wet or fly off a dog's paws.

In long sled dog races or over an extended period of time, booties need to be replaced due to wear.

Small dogs such as this poodle , often need protection from extreme weather. Dog booties prevent ice balls from forming between dogs’ toes.