Winter pavements are harder on paws than cold alone would suggest. Road grit and de-icing salt sting split pads and get licked off afterwards, packed snow balls up between the toes of hairy-footed dogs, and frozen ground offers no grip to a claw. A set of four boots deals with all three at once, which is why they turn up on working dogs and elderly dogs long before they turn up on fashionable ones.

Each boot is lined with fleece for warmth and finished with a chunky rubber sole that has enough tread to bite into compacted snow and ice. A hook-and-loop strap wraps the ankle and pulls the boot snug, which is the part that decides whether boots stay on for a whole walk or get lost in a field. They come in a range of colours and numbered sizes, and the set includes all four boots rather than a pair.

• Set of four boots
• Fleece lining for warmth in cold conditions
• Chunky anti-slip rubber soles for grip on ice
• Adjustable hook-and-loop ankle straps
• Shields pads from snow, grit and road salt
• Several colours and numbered sizes

On sizing and getting them worn. Expect a few short indoor sessions with treats before your dog walks normally in them; almost every dog high-steps at first.

Who it's for: Dogs walked through snow, ice and gritted pavements, and any dog with sore or split pads that need covering in winter.