Dogs are living their best lives in the Foothills, especially when it comes to walking and adventure opportunities. Here are tips to help keep their paws protected from snowpack, ice, and frozen paws this winter!
Foothills winters can be breathtaking, but for your dog’s paws, it can be a tough season. From icy sidewalks and snowy trails to residual de-icing chemicals, even the most adventurous pups require extra protection this time of year. As your trusted local dog walkers, Woofie’s of the Denver Foothills is here to help you keep your dog comfortable, healthy, and cold weather adventure-ready.
Why Winter Paw Care Matters for Winter Foothills Dog Walking
Freeze-thaw cycles occur more frequently in our region due to the high elevation. Higher elevations also result in more snow days, creating rough and icy terrain. Dogs walking on this type of surface often experience negative side effects, including:
- Cracked and painful paw pads
- Ice balls forming between toes
- Irritation from salt or chemical ice-melt products
- Increased dryness from cold winds and low humidity
Even dogs who love zoomies in the snow benefit from preventative TLC.
How to Protect Your Dog’s Paws This Season
- Trim Fur Between the Toes – Our Mobile Pet Grooming Can Take Care of This!
Keeping the hair between your dog’s toes trimmed helps prevent snowballs forming during wintry walks and reduces discomfort during walks.
- Use a Vet-Recommended Paw Balm for Extra Protection
A quality, pet-safe balm adds a protective barrier between your dog’s skin and cold surfaces and de-icing products. Applying directly before walks will help immensely. - Try Dog Booties – Even if Your Dog Isn’t Used to Them
Dog booties help shield paws from ice, chemicals, and sharp or uneven terrain. Give them a shot. You might be surprised at how quickly your dog adapts to them!
- Rinse or Wipe Their Paws After Each Walk
This simple step not only protects their paws but mitigates ingesting potential irritants through paw licking. Wiping their paws is great practice even if you use a paw balm. You can re-apply the balm after. - Keep Nails Trimmed – Our Mobile Dog Groomers Can Help!
Shorter nails will improve your pup’s traction on icy ground, reducing the likelihood of slips for them – and their humans.
How Professional Dog Walkers Help Protect Your Pup
The experienced dog walkers at Woofie’s of the Denver Foothills understand the realities of Colorado winters. As your Arvada, Lakewood, and Golden dog walkers, we always prioritize safe walking routes, paw checks before and after walks, gentle cleaning if we encounter ice or irritants, and adjusted pace for cold temps and snowy conditions.
Our goal is to give your dog fresh air and exercise without compromising comfort or safety!
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Schedule your appointment today and treat your pooch to the pampering they truly deserve with Woofie’s of the Denver Foothills!