[NAGDU] Musher's Secret

[Sandra Johnson]

Hi Tracy:

The Musher's Secret or any other paw wax will help the dog not be as 
sensitive.    Unfortunately some of the ice melting products can still get 
stuck to their paws.  As Danielle said, the boots work better.  I have found 
that many dogs do not like walking in them.  At least Julie sells the boots 
in pairs of two so you can order two different sizes.  I might try that for 
Eva since I returned a set of four that were much too big for her back paws 
and a little too big for her front paws.  Julie, if you read this, can you 
give us advice on measuring the dogs paws to try and get a better fit?  I 
measured the length and width at the widest point but the boots were still 
so loose that they slipped sideways on her paws.  They made her too clumsy 
to walk.  She finally sat down and refused to move another step until I took 
off those ridiculous boots.  Now I use paw wax.  I put it on about ten 
minutes before leaving so it has a chance to soak into her paws.  I carry a 
washcloth in my pocket to wipe any salt and ice that does manage to get 
stuck.

Sandra and Eva, who hates winter

-----Original Message----- 
From: Tracy Carcione via NAGDU
Sent: Sunday, January 20, 2019 9:32 AM
To: 'NAGDU Mailing List,the National Association of Guide Dog Users'
Cc: Tracy Carcione
Subject: [NAGDU] Musher's Secret

Does the Musher's Secret keep salt from sticking to paws?  People throw down
lots of the stuff when snow or ice is expected.  I wipe it off Krokus's
feet, but it would be nicer for both of us if it just didn't stick to his
feet at all.

Tracy



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