How are Power Paws different from regular cotton socks?
Lorraine: They are different in 3 ways… first, they are anatomically designed for the dog’s foot (not a human foot which is shaped differently). Second, they have a soft, rubbery grippy material on the bottom to provide traction (ok, some human socks have this so it’s not entirely unique). And third, they are made with cotton and elastic, lots of elastic, which ensures the socks stay up and stay on without the use of uncomfortable buckles, belts, and Velcro (and those are the reasons most dogs hate having things on their feet). Why did you develop Power Paws? Lorraine: I developed Power Paws for my dog Woodrow. He was a Rottweiler who, at the age of 14, developed hip dysplasia. Essentially, the muscles in his hips went away leaving him without strength or muscles needed to hold his legs under him – especially on slippery floors. In short, the vet suggested we put carpet in our entire house (carpet would give him the traction to stand up and move). This wasn’t a viable option. The pet s
