More Pet Health Issues   UPDATED 10:49 AM EST Jan 22, 2013  A
team of local Veterinarians are answering your questions about
your pets health.  If you can't find the answer to your question
below, send us an email.  Dog Booties for Hikes My husband and I
are thinking about going on day hikes with my six year old
Boxer.  She has hiked with us before and likes it very much.  My
question is:  Is it necessary or helpful to get Dog Booties
(like from Ruffwear) for my dog on these hikes?  I have tried
them on her and she doesn’t like them, but I guess she would get
used to them after a while.  I am just wondering if it is
necessary – wouldn’t dog’s feet and pads naturally be able to
take the hike.  I can see some safety benefits to having them
too though, like nothing cutting or getting in their pads.  RE:
Dog Booties for Hikes Thank you for submitting your question
regarding hiking with your Boxer. Booties are not necessary but
can be helpful.  The use of protective booties will help prevent
unwanted pad and paw i