Slippery floors

The first step is usually rugs or non-slip runners, and keeping nails and the fur between the pads short. If they still slip somewhere, grip socks can help for time indoors, under supervision.

Rugs or non-slip runners in the areas they walk and next to their bed; short nails; trimmed fur between the pads. Many dogs improve with that alone. Socks are one more aid, not the first.

For the first few days, put them on for 5–10 minutes with a treat and build up gradually. It’s normal for them to lift their paws oddly at first. If they walk worse with them, drag their paws or curl their toes when they step, take them off and talk to your vet: they may need a different kind of help.