How to Use Power Paws
While our non-skid dog socks can be used to help dogs in many ways, proper care and use will prolong their life.
- Wearing Power Paws
- Washing & Care Instructions
- How Long Do Power Paws Last?
- Using Power Paws Outside
Wearing Power Paws
- Did I order the right size?
- Looks can be deceiving! The product you order may appear to be too small for your dog. Despite the appearance, please try one on. You may be surprised at the amount they stretch.
If the size is right, Power Paws will stay on when playing, climbing stairs, walking, etc. A proper fit is a snug, stretched sock allowing the elastic to hold the sock in place. If the sock is too small, you will not be able to get it on. If the sock is too large, it will rotate (so the grip rolls to the side or top of the sock), or it may fall off completely.
If you need a different size, please contact us for an exchange.
- Will the Power Paws stay on?
- Absolutely, if they are the right size! The cotton material was chosen for comfort. The elastic ensures a snug, custom fit that stays on. Because Power Paws are so comfortable, dogs generally do not try to take Power Paws off. Note: Greyhound breeds and poodles have physically different feet. We can work with you now to find a size that may work, but in the future, we will offer a size made just for their feet – please contact us if your dog is a Greyhound breed or a poodle.
- Is it normal for a dog to shake his paws or stand motionless when the Power Paws are first put on?
- For many dogs, yes. If your dog is not used to having socks or shoes on his feet, he may react this way. It is temporary! Most dogs adapt to Power Paws within minutes. We suggest calling him to come or throwing a favorite toy to encourage movement. Dogs learn quickly, especially if Power Paws are needed for traction or mobility, that Power Paws = mobility!
Washing & Care Instructions
You may find that with the new mobility your pet has while wearing Power Paws, he or she won’t stop at the door long enough for you to remove them before venturing outside! If this happens, the Power Paws will likely get dirty, or wet. No problem – just throw them in the washer!
Power Paws can be washed just like clothes. We recommend permanent press or gentle (hand wash) cycle with cold water to avoid shrinkage. Dry on low or medium heat, and your Power Paws will come out clean and good as new.
If you are trying to shrink your Power Paws just a bit for a better or custom fit, wash them in warm water, then dry them on low heat.
How Long Do Power Paws Last?
A set of Power Paws can be worn daily for several months without any problem. They can be washed and dried many times (we suggest permanent press or delicate cycle with cold water, and drying on low heat). See our Washing & Care instructions above. Power Paws worn outside may need to be replaced every couple months. Many dog owners feel strongly that if their pet is comfortable, and their feet are protected, it’s worth it to replace them a little sooner!
Using Power Paws Outside
Outdoor use is not covered under our standard warranty, however, Power Paws are proving very valuable in hot and cold outdoor conditions. They will, of course, get dirty faster, and they will wear out faster, but for many people, using our dog socks outdoors can be quite beneficial!
- In the snow, we suggest putting a couple coats of a waterproof spray on the socks.
- In the extreme, desert heat, they absolutely protect a dog’s feet from burns.
- And our favorite — a newly mobile dog may well get outside to a puddle, dirt, or wet grass before you can remove the socks.
No matter how it happens, wet or dirty Power Paws can be tossed into the washer.