I live where there is snow and cold...This is the second time my husky/lab mix had a serious cut/sore between his pad on the left foot. I tried everything to keep it covered and dry; everything either fell off or he put a hole through, between walking on crunchy snow or on the pavement. A friend gave me a pair, and I finally thought to put very snug doggie socks on (which I used in house to keep him from licking), then the Grippers, wrapping both at the top of the cuff with pliable packing tape (I didn't know about the velcro). They work perfectly!!! He does slip, but the other feet keep him steady enough. I''m buying another set to have in reserve - they are GREAT FOR HEALING PAWS!!