I find that using STRETCHY velcro is a MUST! Up here in Alaska, when pups are out in the mountains and deeper snow, the stretchy velcro really holds the bootie on, even when frozen and full of snow. I've made booties with the regular, 2 sided velcro and it won't hold when frozen.
I used an old umbrella for the waterproofing part of the boots. They are cheap at the thrift stores and yard sales. There are some really cute designs.
some of the fleece, I have acquired the same way, used pajamas old hoodies. I found getting the actual fabric and vinyl can be a bit costly. I am all about re-purposing things
When you stitch the umbrella fabric, how to you waterproof the stitch holes? I do make completely waterproof boots for the vet clinic that I work for and will do a video on that ASAP
***** That is a great comment and idea. That is actually how I started this boot business. Now I have to keep up with demand and it takes too much time to search thrift stores.
I just made a set of booties following your instructions for my sheep dog / border collie mix...they turned out perfectly! Thank you for taking the time to make this video...the instructions were so clear and easy to follow!
Thank you very much from Toronto, Canada! Made 8 so far and they're working better than any dog boot I've tried the past 6 years I've had my Chuck (Shih Tzu). Even made a drying rack for them... a piece of wood from Home Depot's throw-away bin and some wood pegs hammered into drilled holes...voila! FINALLY decent boots that stay on and a place to store and dry them, not scattered all over the front entrance. Can't thank you enough for this video.
Thanks for this terrific tutorial, as well as your video on how to fit the boots (essential!). I made them today for our two toy poodles and they were not only happy to go out with them on (and handled the utterly brutal temps much better than they had been), but they wanted to keep them on when they came back in. Like little house slippers! Well done!
That is awesome! I am so glad you found my video and thank you for watching and the comment. I sold a set to a friend tonight and her dog went crazy and didn't want them off either.
These are great. I've made one set and ready to do more. My yorkie was not even bothered by them. I live in Dallas and its HOT so she will use them alot...Thank you
Great video! I've made these boots for my 2 black labs ( Jelly Bean & Walnut ) and they love wearing them. * Dog boots are essential to ensure your dogs paws aren't burned by sidewalk salt. Don't listen to uneducated people that troll youtube looking to be nasty.
OMG just want to thank you as I just made my 50+pound German Shepard/Husky a pair of booties and wow super simple instructions and easy to follow video. Plus they turned out great, I really do believe she loves them. It was -33 last night and took her for her walk and wow no holding her paws up anymore she ran and played and all 4 stayed on! So Thank you ... thank you and thank you.
I just saw this comment now, so sorry. I am so glad the boots worked for you. I think this is one of my proudest whatevers of my life. I don't sell them over the internet as people don't know what size they need, I don't sell them in person unless there is a custom fitting and I can educate the client, but I wanted people to know how to save their not only dogs feet, but money. The response I get from this video is more than anyone could ask for, thank you so much. You made my day
Thank you for your "How to make dog boots" video. We've made five pairs using your pattern and sizing guidelines with excellent results. We live in Arizona; the pavements get hot and there's lots of dust and dirt. We also treated the fleece with Nikwax Polar Proof fabric water repellent; it works great for morning dew and after a rain. The boots have made it possible for me to take Gia (my Havanese) to more places and revisit parks we avoided because of the challenging surfaces. Wishing you much continued success, J and G
+Gia Mia Havanese You should contact me after the Mn summer of that product and tell me how to use it. Right now in MN we are are eating up every minute of warmth we get
+PetPrepper Hope you're still enjoying warm weather. Here's a link to the Nikwax Polar Proof product: www.nikwax-usa.com/en-us/products/productdetail.php?productid=739&itemid=-1&fabricid=-1 NOTE that they recommend using with Tech Wash product.
You and I should do a video together sometime soon! I am going to be armpit deep in snow at 50 below and you will be walking your dog on the hot tar to the pool! Oh and i am serious about the video. My 5 year plan is to be in AZ and I need to learn how to keep my boot biz up and running!
+PetPrepper Let us know if you make any trips to AZ, it would be great to meet you before your move. BTW, I've referred a number of people, especially Havanese lovers to your video.
You don't even know how much I needed this comment tonight.. I will probably be in Mesa around Super Bowl time as we spend that week with the Mother-in-law to be!
I rescued two yorkie-poos towards the end of last winter. We've been having a very cold winter here in PA so I decided to buy 2 sets of boots ... until I saw the prices!! I then searched youtube and found your video, and BOY do you make it look easy. Running out to buy some fleece now! The next potty trip the girls make, they should be sporting four new boots each! Thanks so much for making it so doable!
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I use this pattern to make Cordura dog boots and instead of sewing the tread onto the outside I sew fleece to the inside of the pad area of the boot. Gives the dog a little insulation from the cold of the sidewalk. The boots stay water resistant for about one winter. They work pretty good in the salty slop. Thanks PetPrepper for posting.
really enjoyed your video and our instructions were awesome. I live in the white mountains of AZ and make dog clothes... I sell them at a local street market, I've had many people ask me about booties as we've had some unseasonably hot days, now I'll be help them and their dogs! THANK YOU!
"if you have old leather pants from the 80's, please use them! you can cut them up and use them, it would be awesome; we would all appreciate it", lol. Love this line. Thank you so much for sharing this. I've been looking for dog boots online, and not willing to pay $100USD for boots that MIGHT work. I don't sew, but this seems very simple. The hardest part for me was trying to figure out how much fabric to buy. I wish someone here carried the "toughtek", but I'll do my best. I live in Canada (the Prairie's)and it's been -40 C for the past 2 weeks (no, not all of Canada is this cold all the time), and my poor dog hasn't had her walks. Like Minnesota, the ice, snow, and cold sidewalks are too much. Cheers!
Sharla. This is a good reason to start sewing, you will love the process. The Heavy Duty Singer you can buy at Walmart is a great machine and a reasonable price. I have a Juki but my daughter has the HD Singer and I am so impressed with the quality of the stitches. Dive in and “just do it”. 🇨🇦
Thank you for this video. I just made my standard poodle a set and they worked brilliantly in deep snow -20 C. His paws were dry and warm as opposed to being full of ice and snow as he has had over the last few days. They did not come off as promised. So I thank you from the bottom of my heart and his too!!
Thank you so much for this video. I live in Connecticut and have two American Hairless Dogs. They are getting older and this winter has been so cold!. I can sew clothes for them but never had luck with booties. Woody was so frozen he was getting stuck outside until I carried him in. I tried store bought booties and they were very hard to get on and off. Your booties are easy to get on and off and soooo cozy. Woody even sleeps in his. I did have to try a few samples first to get the fit right. You did a great job with the demonstration. Thank you(and Woody and Panda thank you too!)
Definitely will be making these for my girls. Last winter was horrible. It was so cold they couldn't even do their business. I had to pick them up, since they couldn't walk at all, and take them back inside. Good video!
I am waiting for my new sewing machine, Brother Runway CS5055PRW. I am a guy, but our border collie needs boots and a coat! My wife thinks I'm losing it, lol. I bought some decent ones from someone from Alaska but they fell off and more or less fell apart. The fabric was polyester like a raincoat and not fleece. I would think fleece would get wet in a hurry. The winter is pretty tough here in New England. I don't even know how to use a machine but I figure if little girls can do it then so can I! I really want to learn how to do stuff with the machine; it's something I should have learned many years ago. I appreciate your time, your video was pretty easy to understand. Michaels store is very close to my house. I've got a mountain of stuff to learn. There are a lot of dogs around here maybe I could get a side gig going. Thank you.
+dontswin First there are a lot of sewing vids on here look at all of them even ones that don't seem to work for you, their mistakes can save you money. If you have a small to mid sized dog go to second hand stores to get baby and childrens clothes look at how they go together you can do almost any seam with a regular sewing machine buy a double needle if your machine does not come with one you are getting a Brother it should come with one. Second there are a lot of patterns for free on Google look for them. Last you can make waterproof dog shoes look for videos. Real fleece will not wet through if it is polar fleece not that thin stuff they use to make blankets out of. You can also use felted wool and you can sew elastic ties instead of hook and loop tape. I make dog coats for my J R from baby clothes all I do is sew the neck a little on the back usually where the tag would be and sew new seams or darts up the side. For baby clothes that have legs i split the seam between the legs and put them on backwards but for jackets I sew up the back and then just zip it up part way and put it over his head push it down a bit so I can get his front legs in the sleeves and he goes outside no problem. The hood never goes all the way on his head I have not solved this yet. I have taken some off and added elastic ties to them they fit okay then.
good on you ! I learned in two minutes as a 7 year old so yes, a grown person can do it too if you do not let rassholes laugh at you or think you are nuts The best tailors are MEN and the best chefs and hairstylists and they are not all gay either
You beauty my vet has just informed me that one of my dogs is allergic to grass.. wow.. and now you have just solved that dilemma for me... thank you very much :)
Question. I live in Las Vegas and see so many ( dumb) people are walking their dogs in high temperatures. So high the dogs feet can burn, What kind of fabric can be used instead of fleece?? Fleece seems too hot for over tripple digit weather. I saw two dogs crying and trying to pick up their paws off the concrete, it made me so angry. A man was walking with his dogs (I think he was homeless) if I can educate people here and passout free booties id feel like I was helping more animals.thank you for your videos
Loves to work I am not quite sure, I am dealing with temps of up to 50 below, so that is what I am focused on. What I do know is dogs sweat from the pads of their feet, so I would say something that could absorb the moisture collected. T-shirt fabric would be great other than the fact that it wouldn't hold up. I am at a loss, sorry
I honestly don't know what to tell you, I am fighting with people here who leave their dogs outside all winter in 50+ below temps. I haven't even had time to discover fabric for your climate. I would assume that cotton T-shirt fabric and the suede would do it, but dogs only sweat from the bottom of their feet not the top, so fleece should work just fine as it stretches, but doesn't stretch too much, like the t-shirt fab would
fleece is supposed to work as an insulayor in that it keeps the temperature against the body the same, so will keep the heat out as well as cold. Wool is the same way (and is what fleece is trying to mimic) but is cost prohibitive, but maybe you could find some thrift store wool jackets to cut up
It would have to be something that stretches, so I would say cotton t-shirt fabric. But it wouldn't last nearly as long in the toenail area as the fleece does. Either way,t he bottoms need to be reinforced with suede or leather and that is where dogs sweat, so it really doesn't matter what you have on the rest of the foot. You are blocking or absorbing the sweat on the pads either way. Fleece isn't a bad thing, it will just last longer than the cotton
How excellent and easy. My two, a beagle mix and terrier mix are both embracing maturity and we live in the midwest. Perfect solution for these 10 degree days. Thank you.
I am one of those who never believed in coats and boots for dogs but since it is below zero here that past week my Chihuahua (who has never touched snow before coming to me)is having problems with her feet. we go out and she just recently started to stand there and starts to cry and holding up one foot.. Of course I pick her up... I think I need booties..
Yes you do! I hate hate hate clothes and all of that crap for dogs more than anyone. I have been grooming for 24 years an when people ask me to put bows in their dogs hair I usually forget, sometimes not on accident LOL
Just FYI Chihuahua's are very prone to hypothermia...they are desert dogs and cannot tolerate below 30 degrees...my Chihuahua wears a snow suit and I bundle her up in a blanket to take her in the car when it is minus 6 here in Minnesota, but mostly she stays inside in the winter....doesn't mind it...goes on potty pads
You are so sweet. I would start with 2x3....You can always make them smaller. You just taught me a lesson. I was ready to put away all my boot making stuff, which would mean I would have to go dig out the sizes from the closet. I will make a list to keep handy, just for comments like this! LOL
Dogs sweat through their feet, so the fabric would help soak that up. People may look at you funny, but at least your dog won't be walking on 1-3 feet like theirs!!!
Thank you so much for this video tutorial! my 3 k9's are benefitting from the new snow boots I made them thanks to you. Just want you tho know that some of us are just now discovering your channel and really love your videos :)
Saw a neighbours dog limping and went straight on line to make him a boot. Brilliant pattern and made it easy even for someone who hasn’t sewn for years. Thanks so much
I used your video to make my dog a set of booties. I made them a tad too tall but otherwise they fit perfect first try. I used her paw print for the width and measured to the height. I am going to make another set and change a few things. She loves the boots, went crazy when I put them on. We live in Arizona and it is very hot on the pavement already. Now I don't have to carry her from the car to a safe surface. thanks for the great how to!!
Omg i looove you! My veeeerrryyy active dog, ripped his whole nail off while running like a hooligan in ice and snow. Thank youu, you just saved a very stressful situation and THANK YOU for being so helpful ♡♡♡
Thank you and make sure to check out the new and improved pattern included in the description box, also the fitting video which is key in making sure you are satisfied with your boots. Stay warm!
Thank you so much for this video! You explained it so well! I’m about to make some now for the muddy mess we have right now since the snow keeps melting the next day.
What a get tutorial! We live in Caifornia and we use dog boots to keep the foxtails and burrs out of our dogs paws when we go hike. She's a long haired dog. So the hair just attracts that stuff and won't let go! Thanks so much for the video! What a great pattern!
Super helpful! My puppy is growing so fast, I don’t want to buy some that I will use for less than a month, but if I can make them out of fabric scraps I already have, hooray! Thanks for this, and the care tips! ❤
I'm very proud of my pets, I have a husky baby girl, a one year old rottweiler and a beautiful cat. They get very happy when I make them things. When my rottweiler get a new toy the fun is to see how fast he can make 1,000 little pieces. So he star by the legs he eats legs and arms of the toys. He leave the head so I get my old jeans and make a body for the toy. It looks cool and he love to watch me making it. He play with them and it takes him for ever to break them. Because he don't want to hurt my feelings of because he love that I make them. When my husband comes from work he gets the toy and show him he got a new toy. Anyway he was watching me make the boots but I made them too little. I think he got sad. I need to get more velcro and get leather material. Lol I use one of my expensive purse. Thanks for taking the time to do the video.
I just want to say "THANKS A MILLION". I live in Missouri and we are having a blizzard,which is so not normal, today and I made this boots, in minutes, for my greyhound (Gordy Dordy) and they are perfect! And the vid on measurements helped bunches! And he loves them. Thank you again, Deb and the Gordy :)
These are great! I just made a front pair for my Bichon/Shi Tzu mix, and they are soft, stay on and are VERY easy to put on. They did not bother him at all like others I have bought for him. Will make the other two now. I used a felted wool sweater for the uppers and some coated lightweight canvas stuff for the soles. Thank you so much. I have struggled for a long time to find something that works for him. His little feet would get so cold outside in the snow that he would jump into my arms to get out of the snow! EASY to make, and comfy for the dog.
Omg I'm so thankful that you showed this I have a service dog that NEEDS dog boots for every season. I am going to make a few modifications like thicker soles and and making it water proof all the way around but trust me its much better to spend like $10 and be able to make 5 pairs or more of boots then to spend $30 for one pair Edit also I can choose how far up I want them to go since most boots sold cover too much for my liking (it looks uncomfortable for my dog) I can cover just the paw and make them diffent sizes for the front and back feet. Thank you so much honestly its a simple design and I think my dog will appreciate them this summer when her feet would otherwise be burning up.
Hi from Melbourne, Australia! I just got online to find a pattern for dog boots as my elderly doggy needs them for his stiff back legs. These are ideal and so simple to make! Yes, as soon as I saw your old Singer, I thought wow and it sounds great too! You can't beat the older sewing machines for perfect straight stitching! Thanks very much for going to the trouble of making the video to share with us doggy lovers!
Thank you for your wonderful tutorial! I moved to Arizona not realizing that burning asphalt and gravel can sear my poor dog's paws and is as serious as freezing weather & snow! We're expecting temps in the 100+ until the AZ "monsoon" season hits in July (I'm told). You're a fantastic teacher and generous person...thank you again!
You my hopefully new neighbor should watch for a video on dog boots for hot climates from me. It may be a long time from now, but I hope to move there sooner than later lol. My DIY dog boots have been improved. I appreciate all of your comments and views, but I also want you to see what you can do in the future to improve the boots. Thanks guys! Love Pet th-cam.com/video/5wCq06ZLZdY/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for your tutorial, I live in Canada and it get super cold up in here, my lil dog Oscar get his lil paws frozen when he goes outside for a walk during the winter, I will definitely give these a try :)
You are welcome. I grew up in Fargo, which isn't that much different than Canada LOL. I feel your pain, good luck with the boots and please let me know how they work out!
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I live in AZ, in the tristate area (CA, AZ, NV) and it gets to 120 deg plus in summer! I think I will try a layer of Insul Brite (like I use for oven mits) between the suede and fleece for insulation. It isn't too bulky, so I hope it works. Just waiting for the suede and narrow double wrap hook and loop from Amazon. I would also like to make "suspenders" of some sort to keep the booties secure or we may be scouring our large yard for booties! Our girls are couch potatoes, but we have crushed stone and a lot of concrete around our small pool. The girls like to sunbathe on the concrete, but they are both seniors now and a lot more sensitive than before. Thanks for your tutorial! I have made a lot of things over the years (snow machine upholstery, bay window cushions, curtains, drapes, clothing, and more), but your instructions boiled it down so I didn't have to reinvent the wheel. Thank you.
I love it! Thx a lot I live in Minnesota too and the weather is below 0. I have chihuahuas who can't potty outside because of the weather here. This will surely help a lot.
This lady is friggin awesome! Thanks for the info! Love your accent :-) and yes I love that machine... They don't make stuff to last anymore... My machine is the same age as I am... Best machine ever!
Thank you so much for making this video!!! It is clear and to the point. I also enjoyed the commentary afterwards. We live in San Diego where the pavement gets extremely hot. Looking forward to making these tonight!
We are planning a trip north and having lived there before we know about the salt so I was researching about booties for dogs (since now we have one) when I came across your video. I tried these today and they are perfect. They are really easy, light and economic to make. I followed your sizing based on weight and it was exactly right. Thank you for posting!
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This is great! My dog hates the boots he has and looks very uncomfortable in them. I can't wait to make him some comfy booties. The video was informative and quite entertaining as well. Thanks! :)
Thanks so much for the video! I do not sew much, but I made 2 pairs of your boots last night and they turned out great! I can not thank you enough for the video and for adding the measurements with the dogs weight groups. That was a huge help. I am involved with animal rescue and have 6 dogs myself, 3 of my dogs have bad knees and one my dogs legs were buckling under her when temperatures were in the single digits and below. She is a dog that doesn't like to be messed with and even runs away scared when i try to wipe her back off when she is wet. I made her boots yesterday and she let me put them on!!! It was on 4º out last night and for the first time all winter she was able to stay outside longer than a minute to do her business. This winter has been harsh in PA with temps hitting -15 at times and as you know most dogs just can't handle it. One of the pairs I made yesterday was for my moms small 15 lb dog who hates the cold and sometimes won't go number 2 for a day or two because of the weather. I put the boots on him last night and he ran all around the hard. He kicked up his feet just like your dog did in the other boot video and THEY STAYED ON!! We have tried so many different boots for him, the only thing that worked before this was buying a pair of dog socks at petsmart, sometimes they would stay on his feet the whole time he was outside which was 3 to 5 mins.. other times he would lose one or two . He wore them twice now and both times they stayed on.. So thank you thank you thank you. I was wondering if you could post where you buy your velcro at? I can not find a large roll at my local micheals or joann's fabric. I tried to google velcro one wrap but having a hard time finding all 3 sizes. Also where do you buy your suede at? I bought a piece of suede at my local Joann's fabric and it is fraying. I did go over the end with a zig zag stich and then 2 other straight stitches but i notice its still fraying. All the faux suede at my local Joann's fabric is very thin and it looks like its going to fray. Thats the only store in my town that sales fabric and I dont know of any other fabric stores outside my town. Tonight i looked on like to see if i can order faux suede, which of course i can, but the problem is i can't tell how thick it is or if it will fray. my last question is how do you give each dog a custom fix? I may try to sale some in the future, but I am not really sure how you go about making them custom for each and every dog. I hope i didnt ask the same questions that you get asked all the time.. i tried to read all the comments but their are just to many to read through.
I think and hope the link for the one wrap velcro as I think is in the Description box was there is still there, I have a dying mother and do not have time to look it up but I think it is Velcro USA or something, I have always purchased the "Suede" at Joanne on the remanant shelf so don't know what it is since they don't list it, I have learned this past year that they will not be selling it anylonger as it is not a big seller. I beg to differ, but I must not be that big LOL. Last question, I have been making these for many many years and just use the chart I go by. I wish you well and hope you are able to help many dogs out there. There are many big companies pissed at me for doing that video, but I pretty much have to say I sleep better at night than they do
I have followed your tute, added some of my own ideas and they work great. They do stay on well. 2 goldens and a bloodhound. Going to make matching coats and boots next. Ty
If I am correct the larger of the 2 is about 110 lbs? I would start with 51/2 by 8 and sew your way down as needed. The smaller 88lbs? 5x7 It is difficult without being able to see the dog to get the sizes just right, hope this helps
OMG!! I’ve been on Amazon and all of the pet store websites trying to find some thing for my miniature dachshund! She has had some sort of crazy paw & pad swelling our vet couldn’t even pinpoint. Yesterday the swelling was in between her toes and her paw was twice its normal size! They didn’t have her size cone of shame so I’ve been waiting on that to come in. In the meantime, her OCD nature has made it impossible to keep her from licking constantly. I thought I was going to have to spend $25 or more for one bootie but you saved the day! IDK why I didn’t think to make it myself to begin with especially since I have a craft / sewing room Stocked as well as any craft store. Thank you again! The name of your channel has me intrigued so I can’t wait to check out some of your other videos!
I perked up reading your comment, your energy is beyond! Even 4 months later, sorry for the late reply. Haven't done a video in over 4 years, but have some in the making right now, thank you so much
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Thank you so much for this awesome tutorial and tips!!! Your instructions, measurements and demos helped me quickly make a set of these boots for my puppy and my adult dog. We went from 55 degrees and green grass to several inches of snow, 10 degree air temps and -15 to -25 degree wind chills in a matter of about 30 hours. Their little paws could not take it! The boots I made fit like a GLOVE and work super well!!! My puppy didn't like them until she got out in the snow to do her business, and then I think she was glad to have them. I have an older Rat Terrier that has had issues with his paws freezing the last couple of brutal winters in Michigan. I've tried three sets of VERY costly commercially made boots - they were ALL terrible. They were too stiff and he literally couldn't walk with them on, or they didn't stay on his paws. He doesn't exactly like these, but he will at least walk in them. :) I am one very happy dog momma. Thank you for such clear/concise instructions (and the vid demonstrating how to fit them as well). Peace xx
PetPrepper I don't usually leave comments, but I wanted to make sure you received some positive feedback and appreciation because it's well-deserved. I am so thankful you shared your knowledge and pattern. We've now had many successful trips out to potty with happy feet! :) Without your videos, I may have made another costly purchase for a less-than-superior product because we were getting desperate. It's no fun to take your pup out to potty and have them whining and crying after just 30 seconds in the snow because their feet hurt them so bad. You're a life saver! You didn't have to share this info, but you did and we appreciate you greatly. Thank you again!!!
Dana Eskes Wow, that made me feel so good, thank you. I am sooooo happy these are working out for you. I have had a couple negative messages from bigger companies about this video and I frankly don't care. I don't sell them over the internet because I can't get a perfect fit, I don't let merchants sell them that don't agree to doing a custom fit and I think that is only right. People need to be happy with products that they are buying. I put this video up in hopes that I could help a couple people. It is one of my number one videos and I am seeing some kick back from it, which I didn't expect. Good thing happen, right?
Thank you. Just watched your video and I’ll be making this afternoon. We don’t have the conditions you have but my dog is recovering from a nasty gash on one of her pads. She need a bit of protection outside for the next 3 weeks. A plastic bag just isn’t doing it as it just falls off.
I made four pairs (for friends dogs too) and I love them. Thank you for a wonderful video!!!!!! So helpful and full of important details. My Goldens love their boots.
Thanks heaps. I live in Australia so I don't need the boots for warmth but my dog has allergies, one of them being grass. I have made the boots now I just need to try them. hopefully no more itchy red bleeding paws!
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Awesome, I have been making this same pattern for at least 20 years and found a new material to use on the bottom, so keep your eye open for my update video. Not sure when it will come out, but it's in the making.
I love your video so much. Me and my mom tried this out it was so much fun and they look kinda silly but our dog now stays out longer and loves the snow. Thank You
great video! love it! i've bought boots from petsmart & my lil Woodson kicks em off outside. i guess time to take out my singer & try this. snow will be here before i know it. thx a bunch from a WI girl, a Green Bay WI girl, lol
I will be making these dog boots. Thank You for the video. Why on earth would I be making them...that's a very easy answer. I have a mini poodle and I live in N.Y., the snow sticks to her fur like glue and is very painful for her to get the snow off. She hates the hair dryer to try to get the snow off, she hates her little paws wrapped in a warm towel from the dryer...next to impossoble to get it off, plus, we get a lot of snow and our winters are long. I feel so terrible for her. This is the reason I'm making the boots for her. Animals have feelings too and she is Highly babied. I hate seeing her with clumps of snow on her little paws. Thank You So Much for the pattern. With Much Love, Gwen ~ God Bless ~
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You are awesome! Love this simple pattern. Watched your "how to fit dog booties" also. I soooooooooo get why you don't sell these online, I crochet baby hats and sell online and go through the same thing with sizing(people can't read or comprehend ;) what you're trying to explain with sizing. Geez. Anyhoo, was looking for how to make felted baby booties and found your site-I'm thinking these would be awesome for kids too. LOL They wouldn't fall off. Your dog model is so patient in the other video. I have 4 dogs, live on the WI border, not so cold here, but yeah, we get some cold dog footies, esp with my older 2 labs. Will try these for sure.Keep up the videos...You're a great speaker.
Great video! Thanks! Now I'm going to watch the "how to fit" video. I'm from MN but been in AL for 30 years. Fun to hear the accent again! Did I really talk like that growing up?? lol
We have to put boots on our staffy as she has always had a foot bacteria infection problem.. Thanks for making this video.. I will so make these as the ones I buy never fit properly.
These are great... going to trying making them for my Boxer... We recently moved to NV and the pavement is HOT.. I bought him some at the pet store, but they are worn out in a couple of uses.. and they keep flipping around his foot... The only thing I would change is using a non-skid bottom, cause my dog slipped on the other ones...
Thank you and the thrift store is totally the way to go!!! I had to watch this again cuz I didn't know what you were talking about, and thanks, I guess I do go into detail. I do that with every client who buys boots. I think thats why they are satisfied. Can't wait to hear how your boots turn out!
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I love this video, very easy to follow instructions and good info at the end. Thank you for taking the time to share this, I know I appreciate it very much…. and so will my dog :)
Thanks for this because I have a service dog prospect and I realized if he's going to be out and about with me he needs foot protection, and his pads get dry and cracked so he doesn't have great traction on our wood floors and tends to slippery around when he gets excited, so I wanted to make him dog boots since I don't have much money to spend on ones from Ruffwear. Thank you for the video.
Thanks for this video with it's easy to follow directions. I appreciated your other video about fit of boots, demonstrated on your own dog. I used some shrunken wool sweaters that my daughter was making mittens with for fabric. It worked well.I already had some sticky backed velcro so I stuck the loop and "fuzzy" tapes sticky back to back. They worked, but I'll get the velcro you suggested next time. Charlie my Wire Fox Terrier & I both thank you!
I'm gonna try this with old jeans and fleece for our three dogs. We're in MN too and the mini schnauzer has different size feet and cramps really bad, the collie mix is getting bad arthritis in the cold and the third is a corgi mix with very round feet so this is very helpful! Thank you!
I just made a pair for my dog but I must say this pattern had to be altered some. Also my step by step process was a little different but in the end it did work so thanks for your videos
This was Awesome! i will be making some for my 90lb German shepherd. Hopefully out of leather or some water proof material. It doesn't snow where we live but my dog hates the rainy weather and my carpet would get a break. Thanks for posting this.
PetPrepper Hi Pet Prepper Lady (love your accent) Please let me order a set of Dog Boots from you. Well, make that 2 pr. I have a Shitzu Laphapso "JessieBoyz". He's 3 yrs. old. Reg. weight guessing about 25 lbs. I will send you the full payment for the 2 pr. of boots (8 booties) via e-mail money transfer OR to PayPal if you use that. I live in Ontario Canada and I can honestly tell you I've never seen anything like this. All I've seen are big bulky things. Yours look easy to put on and it does LQQK like they "stay on". PLEASE contact me for payment info. Oh, and if I mess up on the weight or you make them too big or too small because of mis communications WE'LL do it again. OMG, I'm sure they're not that expensive. After seeing your Pup wearing them jumping around outside I WANT 2 prs. of these. Take care and I hope to hear from you soon. Maybe we can get your AMAZING Dog/Pup Boots flying on the Canadian Dog Market. Bob/Grim: Up here in the Great White North CANADA
I find that using STRETCHY velcro is a MUST! Up here in Alaska, when pups are out in the mountains and deeper snow, the stretchy velcro really holds the bootie on, even when frozen and full of snow. I've made booties with the regular, 2 sided velcro and it won't hold when frozen.
I used an old umbrella for the waterproofing part of the boots. They are cheap at the thrift stores and yard sales. There are some really cute designs.
some of the fleece, I have acquired the same way, used pajamas old hoodies. I found getting the actual fabric and vinyl can be a bit costly. I am all about re-purposing things
When you stitch the umbrella fabric, how to you waterproof the stitch holes? I do make completely waterproof boots for the vet clinic that I work for and will do a video on that ASAP
***** That is a great comment and idea. That is actually how I started this boot business. Now I have to keep up with demand and it takes too much time to search thrift stores.
PetPrepper I have some Camp Dry waterproofing spray I used. I recommend spraying them in a well ventilated area and at least 24 hrs allow dry time.
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I just made a set of booties following your instructions for my sheep dog / border collie mix...they turned out perfectly! Thank you for taking the time to make this video...the instructions were so clear and easy to follow!
Thank you very much from Toronto, Canada! Made 8 so far and they're working better than any dog boot I've tried the past 6 years I've had my Chuck (Shih Tzu). Even made a drying rack for them... a piece of wood from Home Depot's throw-away bin and some wood pegs hammered into drilled holes...voila! FINALLY decent boots that stay on and a place to store and dry them, not scattered all over the front entrance. Can't thank you enough for this video.
You are welcome, but thank you more for the nice comment
Thanks for this terrific tutorial, as well as your video on how to fit the boots (essential!). I made them today for our two toy poodles and they were not only happy to go out with them on (and handled the utterly brutal temps much better than they had been), but they wanted to keep them on when they came back in. Like little house slippers! Well done!
That is awesome! I am so glad you found my video and thank you for watching and the comment. I sold a set to a friend tonight and her dog went crazy and didn't want them off either.
These are great. I've made one set and ready to do more. My yorkie was not even bothered by them. I live in Dallas and its HOT so she will use them alot...Thank you
Great video! I've made these boots for my 2 black labs ( Jelly Bean & Walnut ) and they love wearing them. * Dog boots are essential to ensure your dogs paws aren't burned by sidewalk salt. Don't listen to uneducated people that troll youtube looking to be nasty.
Randy Brummette Thank you so much
What size did you use for Lab ?
OMG just want to thank you as I just made my 50+pound German Shepard/Husky a pair of booties and wow super simple instructions and easy to follow video. Plus they turned out great, I really do believe she loves them. It was -33 last night and took her for her walk and wow no holding her paws up anymore she ran and played and all 4 stayed on! So Thank you ... thank you and thank you.
I just saw this comment now, so sorry. I am so glad the boots worked for you. I think this is one of my proudest whatevers of my life. I don't sell them over the internet as people don't know what size they need, I don't sell them in person unless there is a custom fitting and I can educate the client, but I wanted people to know how to save their not only dogs feet, but money. The response I get from this video is more than anyone could ask for, thank you so much. You made my day
Thank you for your "How to make dog boots" video. We've made five pairs using your pattern and sizing guidelines with excellent results. We live in Arizona; the pavements get hot and there's lots of dust and dirt.
We also treated the fleece with Nikwax Polar Proof fabric water repellent; it works great for morning dew and after a rain.
The boots have made it possible for me to take Gia (my Havanese) to more places and revisit parks we avoided because of the challenging surfaces.
Wishing you much continued success,
J and G
+Gia Mia Havanese You should contact me after the Mn summer of that product and tell me how to use it. Right now in MN we are are eating up every minute of warmth we get
+PetPrepper Hope you're still enjoying warm weather. Here's a link to the Nikwax Polar Proof product: www.nikwax-usa.com/en-us/products/productdetail.php?productid=739&itemid=-1&fabricid=-1 NOTE that they recommend using with Tech Wash product.
You and I should do a video together sometime soon! I am going to be armpit deep in snow at 50 below and you will be walking your dog on the hot tar to the pool! Oh and i am serious about the video. My 5 year plan is to be in AZ and I need to learn how to keep my boot biz up and running!
+PetPrepper Let us know if you make any trips to AZ, it would be great to meet you before your move. BTW, I've referred a number of people, especially Havanese lovers to your video.
You don't even know how much I needed this comment tonight.. I will probably be in Mesa around Super Bowl time as we spend that week with the Mother-in-law to be!
I rescued two yorkie-poos towards the end of last winter. We've been having a very cold winter here in PA so I decided to buy 2 sets of boots ... until I saw the prices!! I then searched youtube and found your video, and BOY do you make it look easy. Running out to buy some fleece now! The next potty trip the girls make, they should be sporting four new boots each! Thanks so much for making it so doable!
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I use this pattern to make Cordura dog boots and instead of sewing the tread onto the outside I sew fleece to the inside of the pad area of the boot. Gives the dog a little insulation from the cold of the sidewalk. The boots stay water resistant for about one winter. They work pretty good in the salty slop. Thanks PetPrepper for posting.
really enjoyed your video and our instructions were awesome. I live in the white mountains of AZ and make dog clothes... I sell them at a local street market, I've had many people ask me about booties as we've had some unseasonably hot days, now I'll be help them and their dogs! THANK YOU!
"if you have old leather pants from the 80's, please use them! you can cut them up and use them, it would be awesome; we would all appreciate it", lol. Love this line. Thank you so much for sharing this. I've been looking for dog boots online, and not willing to pay $100USD for boots that MIGHT work. I don't sew, but this seems very simple. The hardest part for me was trying to figure out how much fabric to buy. I wish someone here carried the "toughtek", but I'll do my best. I live in Canada (the Prairie's)and it's been -40 C for the past 2 weeks (no, not all of Canada is this cold all the time), and my poor dog hasn't had her walks. Like Minnesota, the ice, snow, and cold sidewalks are too much. Cheers!
Sharla. This is a good reason to start sewing, you will love the process. The Heavy Duty Singer you can buy at Walmart is a great machine and a reasonable price. I have a Juki but my daughter has the HD Singer and I am so impressed with the quality of the stitches. Dive in and “just do it”. 🇨🇦
Thank you for this video. I just made my standard poodle a set and they worked brilliantly in deep snow -20 C. His paws were dry and warm as opposed to being full of ice and snow as he has had over the last few days. They did not come off as promised. So I thank you from the bottom of my heart and his too!!
You are welcome, all I want to to is help. Sounds so dumb but it's true
These would also be great in Phoenix, AZ where the pavement gets really hot.
Thank you so much for this video. I live in Connecticut and have two American Hairless Dogs. They are getting older and this winter has been so cold!. I can sew clothes for them but never had luck with booties. Woody was so frozen he was getting stuck outside until I carried him in. I tried store bought booties and they were very hard to get on and off. Your booties are easy to get on and off and soooo cozy. Woody even sleeps in his. I did have to try a few samples first to get the fit right. You did a great job with the demonstration. Thank you(and Woody and Panda thank you too!)
Ahhhhh, you are welcome, and I am so glad this video helped
Thanks, I am going to try this!
You make it look very easy.
Definitely will be making these for my girls. Last winter was horrible. It was so cold they couldn't even do their business. I had to pick them up, since they couldn't walk at all, and take them back inside. Good video!
I am waiting for my new sewing machine, Brother Runway CS5055PRW. I am a guy, but our border collie needs boots and a coat! My wife thinks I'm losing it, lol. I bought some decent ones from someone from Alaska but they fell off and more or less fell apart. The fabric was polyester like a raincoat and not fleece. I would think fleece would get wet in a hurry. The winter is pretty tough here in New England. I don't even know how to use a machine but I figure if little girls can do it then so can I! I really want to learn how to do stuff with the machine; it's something I should have learned many years ago. I appreciate your time, your video was pretty easy to understand. Michaels store is very close to my house. I've got a mountain of stuff to learn. There are a lot of dogs around here maybe I could get a side gig going. Thank you.
+dontswin Little girls? But thanks? Good luck
+dontswin First there are a lot of sewing vids on here look at all of them even ones that don't seem to work for you, their mistakes can save you money. If you have a small to mid sized dog go to second hand stores to get baby and childrens clothes look at how they go together you can do almost any seam with a regular sewing machine buy a double needle if your machine does not come with one you are getting a Brother it should come with one. Second there are a lot of patterns for free on Google look for them. Last you can make waterproof dog shoes look for videos. Real fleece will not wet through if it is polar fleece not that thin stuff they use to make blankets out of. You can also use felted wool and you can sew elastic ties instead of hook and loop tape. I make dog coats for my J R from baby clothes all I do is sew the neck a little on the back usually where the tag would be and sew new seams or darts up the side. For baby clothes that have legs i split the seam between the legs and put them on backwards but for jackets I sew up the back and then just zip it up part way and put it over his head push it down a bit so I can get his front legs in the sleeves and he goes outside no problem. The hood never goes all the way on his head I have not solved this yet. I have taken some off and added elastic ties to them they fit okay then.
good on you ! I learned in two minutes as a 7 year old so yes, a grown person can do it too if you do not let rassholes laugh at you or think you are nuts The best tailors are MEN and the best chefs and hairstylists and they are not all gay either
You beauty my vet has just informed me that one of my dogs is allergic to grass.. wow.. and now you have just solved that dilemma for me... thank you very much :)
Question. I live in Las Vegas and see so many ( dumb) people are walking their dogs in high temperatures. So high the dogs feet can burn, What kind of fabric can be used instead of fleece?? Fleece seems too hot for over tripple digit weather.
I saw two dogs crying and trying to pick up their paws off the concrete, it made me so angry. A man was walking with his dogs (I think he was homeless) if I can educate people here and passout free booties id feel like I was helping more animals.thank you for your videos
Loves to work I am not quite sure, I am dealing with temps of up to 50 below, so that is what I am focused on. What I do know is dogs sweat from the pads of their feet, so I would say something that could absorb the moisture collected. T-shirt fabric would be great other than the fact that it wouldn't hold up. I am at a loss, sorry
Thank you. Both extremes are good to know about and 50 bellow.... yikes.
I honestly don't know what to tell you, I am fighting with people here who leave their dogs outside all winter in 50+ below temps. I haven't even had time to discover fabric for your climate. I would assume that cotton T-shirt fabric and the suede would do it, but dogs only sweat from the bottom of their feet not the top, so fleece should work just fine as it stretches, but doesn't stretch too much, like the t-shirt fab would
fleece is supposed to work as an insulayor in that it keeps the temperature against the body the same, so will keep the heat out as well as cold. Wool is the same way (and is what fleece is trying to mimic) but is cost prohibitive, but maybe you could find some thrift store wool jackets to cut up
It would have to be something that stretches, so I would say cotton t-shirt fabric. But it wouldn't last nearly as long in the toenail area as the fleece does. Either way,t he bottoms need to be reinforced with suede or leather and that is where dogs sweat, so it really doesn't matter what you have on the rest of the foot. You are blocking or absorbing the sweat on the pads either way. Fleece isn't a bad thing, it will just last longer than the cotton
How excellent and easy. My two, a beagle mix and terrier mix are both embracing maturity and we live in the midwest. Perfect solution for these 10 degree days. Thank you.
I am one of those who never believed in coats and boots for dogs but since it is below zero here that past week my Chihuahua (who has never touched snow before coming to me)is having problems with her feet.
we go out and she just recently started to stand there and starts to cry and holding up one foot.. Of course I pick her up... I think I need booties..
Yes you do! I hate hate hate clothes and all of that crap for dogs more than anyone. I have been grooming for 24 years an when people ask me to put bows in their dogs hair I usually forget, sometimes not on accident LOL
Just FYI Chihuahua's are very prone to hypothermia...they are desert dogs and cannot tolerate below 30 degrees...my Chihuahua wears a snow suit and I bundle her up in a blanket to take her in the car when it is minus 6 here in Minnesota, but mostly she stays inside in the winter....doesn't mind it...goes on potty pads
You are so sweet. I would start with 2x3....You can always make them smaller. You just taught me a lesson. I was ready to put away all my boot making stuff, which would mean I would have to go dig out the sizes from the closet. I will make a list to keep handy, just for comments like this! LOL
I hope these works. but I'm in Phoenix. and my dog needs walking. but it's just torturous to walk on these sidewalks with no protection.
Dogs sweat through their feet, so the fabric would help soak that up. People may look at you funny, but at least your dog won't be walking on 1-3 feet like theirs!!!
i also live in Phx Az its now June and so very hot for my Chihauhau :-(
Thank you so much for this video tutorial! my 3 k9's are benefitting from the new snow boots I made them thanks to you. Just want you tho know that some of us are just now discovering your channel and really love your videos :)
You made my day, thank you
these are great for stopping you dog from scratching themselves raw from alergies.
+Frank Tovar (Thovarisk) They are.... I sell them at Vet clinics for many purposes, thank you
Lord Thovarisk
Exactly!!!
Yes!!!
Saw a neighbours dog limping and went straight on line to make him a boot. Brilliant pattern and made it easy even for someone who hasn’t sewn for years. Thanks so much
I used your video to make my dog a set of booties. I made them a tad too tall but otherwise they fit perfect first try. I used her paw print for the width and measured to the height.
I am going to make another set and change a few things. She loves the boots, went crazy when I put them on. We live in Arizona and it is very hot on the pavement already. Now I don't have to carry her from the car to a safe surface. thanks for the great how to!!
I don't know how to sew lol. I once made a shirt and when I laid it out after I was finished, the arms pointed up haha
Great video! I really like the detail provided during the "rant". I'm going to head to the thrift stores and make some dog boots this weekend.
Omg i looove you! My veeeerrryyy active dog, ripped his whole nail off while running like a hooligan in ice and snow. Thank youu, you just saved a very stressful situation and THANK YOU for being so helpful ♡♡♡
I am so sorry for the late response, I haven't been active on YT, but will be again soon, thank you, thank you. Love the enthusiasm
Thank you for making this video. I live in Alaska and my poor little "furbaby" needs me to make him some booties. This is awesome!!!!!
Thank you and make sure to check out the new and improved pattern included in the description box, also the fitting video which is key in making sure you are satisfied with your boots. Stay warm!
I made these today for my daughters little dog. They fit nice and seem to be staying on nicely. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much for this video! You explained it so well! I’m about to make some now for the muddy mess we have right now since the snow keeps melting the next day.
Good luck with the boots! I wish our snow would melt the next day...or ever haha
What a get tutorial! We live in Caifornia and we use dog boots to keep the foxtails and burrs out of our dogs paws when we go hike. She's a long haired dog. So the hair just attracts that stuff and won't let go! Thanks so much for the video! What a great pattern!
Thank you
Super helpful! My puppy is growing so fast, I don’t want to buy some that I will use for less than a month, but if I can make them out of fabric scraps I already have, hooray! Thanks for this, and the care tips! ❤
I am glad you found this video, hope you have success
I'm very proud of my pets, I have a husky baby girl, a one year old rottweiler and a beautiful cat. They get very happy when I make them things. When my rottweiler get a new toy the fun is to see how fast he can make 1,000 little pieces. So he star by the legs he eats legs and arms of the toys. He leave the head so I get my old jeans and make a body for the toy. It looks cool and he love to watch me making it. He play with them and it takes him for ever to break them. Because he don't want to hurt my feelings of because he love that I make them. When my husband comes from work he gets the toy and show him he got a new toy. Anyway he was watching me make the boots but I made them too little. I think he got sad. I need to get more velcro and get leather material. Lol I use one of my expensive purse. Thanks for taking the time to do the video.
Ahhh, I love it....Hope he enjoys them in the end and doesn't chew them to bits
I just want to say "THANKS A MILLION". I live in Missouri and we are having a blizzard,which is so not normal, today and I made this boots, in minutes, for my greyhound (Gordy Dordy) and they are perfect! And the vid on measurements helped bunches! And he loves them.
Thank you again, Deb and the Gordy :)
I am so glad they worked!
lol your comments about leather pants was priceless!! Ty for the great video
:) thanks
These are great! I just made a front pair for my Bichon/Shi Tzu mix, and they are soft, stay on and are VERY easy to put on. They did not bother him at all like others I have bought for him. Will make the other two now. I used a felted wool sweater for the uppers and some coated lightweight canvas stuff for the soles. Thank you so much. I have struggled for a long time to find something that works for him. His little feet would get so cold outside in the snow that he would jump into my arms to get out of the snow! EASY to make, and comfy for the dog.
I am soooo glad they worked out for you and thank you for finding and watching my video!
thank you so much making one pair for my granddog you are the best
This is the best. Thank you. I have 3 dogs and they go through hell with the salt. Will be trying this.
Omg I'm so thankful that you showed this I have a service dog that NEEDS dog boots for every season. I am going to make a few modifications like thicker soles and and making it water proof all the way around but trust me its much better to spend like $10 and be able to make 5 pairs or more of boots then to spend $30 for one pair
Edit also I can choose how far up I want them to go since most boots sold cover too much for my liking (it looks uncomfortable for my dog) I can cover just the paw and make them diffent sizes for the front and back feet. Thank you so much honestly its a simple design and I think my dog will appreciate them this summer when her feet would otherwise be burning up.
Hi from Melbourne, Australia! I just got online to find a pattern for dog boots as my elderly doggy needs them for his stiff back legs. These are ideal and so simple to make! Yes, as soon as I saw your old Singer, I thought wow and it sounds great too! You can't beat the older sewing machines for perfect straight stitching! Thanks very much for going to the trouble of making the video to share with us doggy lovers!
JEANETTE TUCKER I love Australians!!!!!!!!!!!
PetPrepper I've got the sewing machine out and am just checking your video again!
JEANETTE TUCKER Just worked out that the velcro you use must be double sided - don't think we are that up to date here in Aussie!
Thank you for your wonderful tutorial! I moved to Arizona not realizing that burning asphalt and gravel can sear my poor dog's paws and is as serious as freezing weather & snow! We're expecting temps in the 100+ until the AZ "monsoon" season hits in July (I'm told). You're a fantastic teacher and generous person...thank you again!
You my hopefully new neighbor should watch for a video on dog boots for hot climates from me. It may be a long time from now, but I hope to move there sooner than later lol.
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Thank you for your tutorial, I live in Canada and it get super cold up in here, my lil dog Oscar get his lil paws frozen when he goes outside for a walk during the winter, I will definitely give these a try :)
You are welcome. I grew up in Fargo, which isn't that much different than Canada LOL. I feel your pain, good luck with the boots and please let me know how they work out!
Loved your video and your sense of humor. Thanks a LOT!
My DIY dog boots have been improved. I appreciate all of your comments and views, but I also want you to see what you can do in the future to improve the boots. Thanks guys! Love Pet
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doesn't hurt to do things everyone else does. Everyone does things a little different, so its fun to see different methods.
I live in AZ, in the tristate area (CA, AZ, NV) and it gets to 120 deg plus in summer! I think I will try a layer of Insul Brite (like I use for oven mits) between the suede and fleece for insulation. It isn't too bulky, so I hope it works. Just waiting for the suede and narrow double wrap hook and loop from Amazon. I would also like to make "suspenders" of some sort to keep the booties secure or we may be scouring our large yard for booties! Our girls are couch potatoes, but we have crushed stone and a lot of concrete around our small pool. The girls like to sunbathe on the concrete, but they are both seniors now and a lot more sensitive than before. Thanks for your tutorial! I have made a lot of things over the years (snow machine upholstery, bay window cushions, curtains, drapes, clothing, and more), but your instructions boiled it down so I didn't have to reinvent the wheel. Thank you.
I love it! Thx a lot I live in Minnesota too and the weather is below 0. I have chihuahuas who can't potty outside because of the weather here. This will surely help a lot.
Awesome! Chi's are some of my biggest clients (no pun intended) LOL
You are AWESOME and thank you for taking your time to do this video....I am impressed in many ways about this video
This lady is friggin awesome! Thanks for the info! Love your accent :-) and yes I love that machine... They don't make stuff to last anymore... My machine is the same age as I am... Best machine ever!
Great video. Thanks so much for taking the to make it. Our roads are salty and it's -30 today(-22 F) here in Canada. My little dogs need these.
You are welcome, thank you for watching
Thank you so much for making this video!!! It is clear and to the point. I also enjoyed the commentary afterwards. We live in San Diego where the pavement gets extremely hot. Looking forward to making these tonight!
Thank you, and I so hope they work out for you.
OMG GENIUS!!!! Ive been wondering on a way to make them by myself but didnt know where to even start!! lol Great video, Thanks!
You are more than welcome!
Genius! I loved the way you made this tutorial so simple. I've subscribed and look forward to viewing all of your videos. Keep up the excellent work.
Thank you and Merry Christmas
We are planning a trip north and having lived there before we know about the salt so I was researching about booties for dogs (since now we have one) when I came across your video. I tried these today and they are perfect. They are really easy, light and economic to make. I followed your sizing based on weight and it was exactly right. Thank you for posting!
Love this comment! Thank you so much and I am so glad they worked out
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This is great! My dog hates the boots he has and looks very uncomfortable in them. I can't wait to make him some comfy booties. The video was informative and quite entertaining as well. Thanks! :)
MayMayJr try these, it isn't quote as fun to watch, but gets to the point
Thanks so much for the video! I do not sew much, but I made 2 pairs of your boots last night and they turned out great! I can not thank you enough for the video and for adding the measurements with the dogs weight groups. That was a huge help. I am involved with animal rescue and have 6 dogs myself, 3 of my dogs have bad knees and one my dogs legs were buckling under her when temperatures were in the single digits and below. She is a dog that doesn't like to be messed with and even runs away scared when i try to wipe her back off when she is wet. I made her boots yesterday and she let me put them on!!! It was on 4º out last night and for the first time all winter she was able to stay outside longer than a minute to do her business. This winter has been harsh in PA with temps hitting -15 at times and as you know most dogs just can't handle it. One of the pairs I made yesterday was for my moms small 15 lb dog who hates the cold and sometimes won't go number 2 for a day or two because of the weather. I put the boots on him last night and he ran all around the hard. He kicked up his feet just like your dog did in the other boot video and THEY STAYED ON!! We have tried so many different boots for him, the only thing that worked before this was buying a pair of dog socks at petsmart, sometimes they would stay on his feet the whole time he was outside which was 3 to 5 mins.. other times he would lose one or two . He wore them twice now and both times they stayed on.. So thank you thank you thank you.
I was wondering if you could post where you buy your velcro at? I can not find a large roll at my local micheals or joann's fabric. I tried to google velcro one wrap but having a hard time finding all 3 sizes. Also where do you buy your suede at? I bought a piece of suede at my local Joann's fabric and it is fraying. I did go over the end with a zig zag stich and then 2 other straight stitches but i notice its still fraying. All the faux suede at my local Joann's fabric is very thin and it looks like its going to fray. Thats the only store in my town that sales fabric and I dont know of any other fabric stores outside my town. Tonight i looked on like to see if i can order faux suede, which of course i can, but the problem is i can't tell how thick it is or if it will fray.
my last question is how do you give each dog a custom fix? I may try to sale some in the future, but I am not really sure how you go about making them custom for each and every dog.
I hope i didnt ask the same questions that you get asked all the time.. i tried to read all the comments but their are just to many to read through.
I think and hope the link for the one wrap velcro as I think is in the Description box was there is still there, I have a dying mother and do not have time to look it up but I think it is Velcro USA or something, I have always purchased the "Suede" at Joanne on the remanant shelf so don't know what it is since they don't list it, I have learned this past year that they will not be selling it anylonger as it is not a big seller. I beg to differ, but I must not be that big LOL.
Last question, I have been making these for many many years and just use the chart I go by. I wish you well and hope you are able to help many dogs out there. There are many big companies pissed at me for doing that video, but I pretty much have to say I sleep better at night than they do
I can't wait to make these !!! I'm such a fan.
I can't wait to hear how they turned out
Thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge and talents. I plan to make several pairs. Again thank you so much.
I live in Northern BC thank you I am knitting mine so I can take Blondie for a walk!! She loves the out doors!
I have followed your tute, added some of my own ideas and they work great. They do stay on well. 2 goldens and a bloodhound. Going to make matching coats and boots next. Ty
Ohhh, YAY! And I want a Bloodhound so bad!
Fabulous! I am also a Minnesotan and I hate sending my Daisy out in the cold. Thanks. :)
You are welcome!
If I am correct the larger of the 2 is about 110 lbs? I would start with 51/2 by 8 and sew your way down as needed. The smaller 88lbs? 5x7
It is difficult without being able to see the dog to get the sizes just right, hope this helps
OMG!! I’ve been on Amazon and all of the pet store websites trying to find some thing for my miniature dachshund! She has had some sort of crazy paw & pad swelling our vet couldn’t even pinpoint. Yesterday the swelling was in between her toes and her paw was twice its normal size! They didn’t have her size cone of shame so I’ve been waiting on that to come in. In the meantime, her OCD nature has made it impossible to keep her from licking constantly. I thought I was going to have to spend $25 or more for one bootie but you saved the day! IDK why I didn’t think to make it myself to begin with especially since I have a craft / sewing room Stocked as well as any craft store.
Thank you again! The name of your channel has me intrigued so I can’t wait to check out some of your other videos!
I perked up reading your comment, your energy is beyond! Even 4 months later, sorry for the late reply. Haven't done a video in over 4 years, but have some in the making right now, thank you so much
Thank you for this tutorial! We are moving to Northern Alaska and my dogs are going to need these! Again thank you
My DIY dog boots have been improved. I appreciate all of your comments and views, but I also want you to see what you can do in the future to improve the boots. Thanks guys! Love Pet
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Absolutely enjoyed your video. Those booties are cute too. But in the snow & heat they would be very essential! Thank you for the instructions!!!
Thank you so much for this awesome tutorial and tips!!! Your instructions, measurements and demos helped me quickly make a set of these boots for my puppy and my adult dog. We went from 55 degrees and green grass to several inches of snow, 10 degree air temps and -15 to -25 degree wind chills in a matter of about 30 hours. Their little paws could not take it! The boots I made fit like a GLOVE and work super well!!! My puppy didn't like them until she got out in the snow to do her business, and then I think she was glad to have them. I have an older Rat Terrier that has had issues with his paws freezing the last couple of brutal winters in Michigan. I've tried three sets of VERY costly commercially made boots - they were ALL terrible. They were too stiff and he literally couldn't walk with them on, or they didn't stay on his paws. He doesn't exactly like these, but he will at least walk in them. :) I am one very happy dog momma. Thank you for such clear/concise instructions (and the vid demonstrating how to fit them as well). Peace xx
Ohhhh, I love comments like these. I am thankful I could help, but most happy for your pups feet!
PetPrepper I don't usually leave comments, but I wanted to make sure you received some positive feedback and appreciation because it's well-deserved. I am so thankful you shared your knowledge and pattern. We've now had many successful trips out to potty with happy feet! :) Without your videos, I may have made another costly purchase for a less-than-superior product because we were getting desperate. It's no fun to take your pup out to potty and have them whining and crying after just 30 seconds in the snow because their feet hurt them so bad. You're a life saver! You didn't have to share this info, but you did and we appreciate you greatly. Thank you again!!!
Dana Eskes Wow, that made me feel so good, thank you. I am sooooo happy these are working out for you. I have had a couple negative messages from bigger companies about this video and I frankly don't care. I don't sell them over the internet because I can't get a perfect fit, I don't let merchants sell them that don't agree to doing a custom fit and I think that is only right. People need to be happy with products that they are buying. I put this video up in hopes that I could help a couple people. It is one of my number one videos and I am seeing some kick back from it, which I didn't expect. Good thing happen, right?
Thank you so much for this. I have a 60lb pit bull that is a baby when it comes to cold weather.
Beautiful machine, strong and fast. They don’t make them to last like yours anymore.
Oh don't you know it. People laugh at me, but "If you know...you know"
Thank you. Just watched your video and I’ll be making this afternoon. We don’t have the conditions you have but my dog is recovering from a nasty gash on one of her pads. She need a bit of protection outside for the next 3 weeks. A plastic bag just isn’t doing it as it just falls off.
I hope everything works out and hope I helped
I made four pairs (for friends dogs too) and I love them. Thank you for a wonderful video!!!!!! So helpful and full of important details. My Goldens love their boots.
Thank you so much for the comment. It makes me so happy when people finally find something that works and saves them money
Thanks heaps. I live in Australia so I don't need the boots for warmth but my dog has allergies, one of them being grass. I have made the boots now I just need to try them. hopefully no more itchy red bleeding paws!
My DIY dog boots have been improved. I appreciate all of your comments and views, but I also want you to see what you can do in the future to improve the boots. Thanks guys! Love Pet
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I love this pattern! Just made some for my 4-pound Yorkie. Great instructions on this video. Thank You!
I hand sewed them, they are so tiny
Awesome, I have been making this same pattern for at least 20 years and found a new material to use on the bottom, so keep your eye open for my update video. Not sure when it will come out, but it's in the making.
@@PetPrepper hi, there! Where can I find the pattern (sizes, dimensions, etc.)? I have looked and looked and can’t find it. Thanks!
Could someone please direct me to the pattern (sizes, dimensions, etc.)? Thank you!
how about using Old Denim, like jean, to replace the Swede part? several layers. Jean is very sturdy!
I love your video so much. Me and my mom tried this out it was so much fun and they look kinda silly but our dog now stays out longer and loves the snow.
Thank You
I love it, thank you so much
Thanks for the tutorial, my dog loves to wear these out for walks. Thanks!
It means a lot, thanks for the comment
great video! love it! i've bought boots from petsmart & my lil Woodson kicks em off outside. i guess time to take out my singer & try this. snow will be here before i know it. thx a bunch from a WI girl, a Green Bay WI girl, lol
+April Allard Ohhhhh, this Vikes girl thanks you more than you know. Good luck this year LOL
Lol, 6-0 baby
Oh behave ;)
going for 7-0 tomorrow night!! woohoo
I will be making these dog boots. Thank You for the video. Why on earth would I be making them...that's a very easy answer. I have a mini poodle and I live in N.Y., the snow sticks to her fur like glue and is very painful for her to get the snow off. She hates the hair dryer to try to get the snow off, she hates her little paws wrapped in a warm towel from the dryer...next to impossoble to get it off, plus, we get a lot of snow and our winters are long. I feel so terrible for her. This is the reason I'm making the boots for her. Animals have feelings too and she is Highly babied. I hate seeing her with clumps of snow on her little paws. Thank You So Much for the pattern. With Much Love, Gwen ~ God Bless ~
My DIY dog boots have been improved. I appreciate all of your comments and views, but I also want you to see what you can do in the future to improve the boots. Thanks guys! Love Pet
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Thanks. I live in Texas and 100 plus degrees makes sidewalks scorching ht.
Hi, just made these today and my Corgi LOVES. Thank you so much for this tutorial!
My chi could sure use some of these. Wisconsin winters are tough on him.
You are awesome! Love this simple pattern. Watched your "how to fit dog booties" also. I soooooooooo get why you don't sell these online, I crochet baby hats and sell online and go through the same thing with sizing(people can't read or comprehend ;) what you're trying to explain with sizing. Geez. Anyhoo, was looking for how to make felted baby booties and found your site-I'm thinking these would be awesome for kids too. LOL They wouldn't fall off. Your dog model is so patient in the other video. I have 4 dogs, live on the WI border, not so cold here, but yeah, we get some cold dog footies, esp with my older 2 labs. Will try these for sure.Keep up the videos...You're a great speaker.
I have made these for little kids who won't keep their mittens on also. So glad you stopped by, thanks
I've made a video on my Whippet wearing dog boots and a link back to this location. Thank you for making the video!
Thank you so much for your video!! We moved to Arizona and today my dachshund cut his foot today and I really want make him some booties.
I'm so glad you found this video. I am currently editing a video on boots for hot pavement
@@PetPrepper that would be awesome!!
Great video! Thanks! Now I'm going to watch the "how to fit" video. I'm from MN but been in AL for 30 years. Fun to hear the accent again! Did I really talk like that growing up?? lol
We have to put boots on our staffy as she has always had a foot bacteria infection problem.. Thanks for making this video.. I will so make these as the ones I buy never fit properly.
These are great... going to trying making them for my Boxer... We recently moved to NV and the pavement is HOT.. I bought him some at the pet store, but they are worn out in a couple of uses.. and they keep flipping around his foot... The only thing I would change is using a non-skid bottom, cause my dog slipped on the other ones...
Thank you and the thrift store is totally the way to go!!! I had to watch this again cuz I didn't know what you were talking about, and thanks, I guess I do go into detail. I do that with every client who buys boots. I think thats why they are satisfied. Can't wait to hear how your boots turn out!
Thanks so much. I never would have thought to look there.
My DIY dog boots have been improved. I appreciate all of your comments and views, but I also want you to see what you can do in the future to improve the boots. Thanks guys! Love Pet
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I love this video, very easy to follow instructions and good info at the end. Thank you for taking the time to share this, I know I appreciate it very much…. and so will my dog :)
Thanks for this because I have a service dog prospect and I realized if he's going to be out and about with me he needs foot protection, and his pads get dry and cracked so he doesn't have great traction on our wood floors and tends to slippery around when he gets excited, so I wanted to make him dog boots since I don't have much money to spend on ones from Ruffwear. Thank you for the video.
Thanks for this video with it's easy to follow directions. I appreciated your other video about fit of boots, demonstrated on your own dog. I used some shrunken wool sweaters that my daughter was making mittens with for fabric. It worked well.I already had some sticky backed velcro so I stuck the loop and "fuzzy" tapes sticky back to back. They worked, but I'll get the velcro you suggested next time.
Charlie my Wire Fox Terrier & I both thank you!
Ahhh, give Charlie a big warm hug for me!
thank you so much for this tutorial!!! i have been looking and looking and finally found a simple easy way to make them..thank you again!!!
Thank you for watching, I appreciate it more than you know
I'm gonna try this with old jeans and fleece for our three dogs. We're in MN too and the mini schnauzer has different size feet and cramps really bad, the collie mix is getting bad arthritis in the cold and the third is a corgi mix with very round feet so this is very helpful! Thank you!
You are welcome, if you have any questions just ask
I just made a pair for my dog but I must say this pattern had to be altered some. Also my step by step process was a little different but in the end it did work so thanks for your videos
Thanks?
good tips. ours needs something as we think it's the salt here in wi that has harmed one of his paws. thanks!
This was Awesome! i will be making some for my 90lb German shepherd. Hopefully out of leather or some water proof material. It doesn't snow where we live but my dog hates the rainy weather and my carpet would get a break. Thanks for posting this.
You are welcome, thank yo for watching
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Hi Pet Prepper Lady (love your accent) Please let me order a set of Dog Boots from you. Well, make that 2 pr. I have a Shitzu Laphapso "JessieBoyz". He's 3 yrs. old. Reg. weight guessing about 25 lbs. I will send you the full payment for the 2 pr. of boots (8 booties) via e-mail money transfer OR to PayPal if you use that. I live in Ontario Canada and I can honestly tell you I've never seen anything like this. All I've seen are big bulky things. Yours look easy to put on and it does LQQK like they "stay on". PLEASE contact me for payment info. Oh, and if I mess up on the weight or you make them too big or too small because of mis communications WE'LL do it again. OMG, I'm sure they're not that expensive. After seeing your Pup wearing them jumping around outside I WANT 2 prs. of these. Take care and I hope to hear from you soon. Maybe we can get your AMAZING Dog/Pup Boots flying on the Canadian Dog Market.
Bob/Grim: Up here in the Great White North CANADA
i really enjoy your video it's awesome how you can make dog boot .I love it. thank you very much .I can't wait to get started.
I can't wait to hear how they turn out