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Running shoes for dogs

brookeg20
brookeg20 Posts: 54
edited October 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I run about 15 miles a week with my pit bull. We have run together since she was little, and she's about 3 1/2 now. I have noticed lately that her foot pads are worn in a couple places, and today when we came back from a run one was cracked. Being a pitbull, she gives no indication that she is in any pain so I didn't have any idea until later.

Anyone use running shoes or pads for their dog's? Any recommendations on what I should get? We run mostly on sidewalks in the city, so I don't need anything too bulky. We also live in Florida, so I don't need anything for snow either!

Thanks for any help you can give.

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  • withervein
    withervein Posts: 224 Member
    Because dogs rely on their pads for being able to take off, stop, etc. I would be hesitant about putting booties on your pup. Might check with your vet to see if they have a footpad cream to help heal the crack safely. I've heard not to use hand cream for humans, though because it can over-soften and dogs paw pads do need to be rough.
  • mcrowe1016
    mcrowe1016 Posts: 647 Member
    Can you call your vet and ask?

    (I have two pit mixes from a rescue. Love that you have one too!)
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