anyone know anything about surfboard wax?

[ktgrok]

The vet suggested we put some on my senior dog's paws to help him get better traction on our hard floors. I thought fine, that's easy. But when I go on amazon there are all different ones for different temperatures! Do I want warm water or cold water wax for a dog's paws in 75-78 degree weather, lol?

[Tap]

What about mushers wax or paw wax? There are waxes on the market made specifically for paws. Maybe read some Amazon reviews to see which ones are more tacky that others.

[sassenach]

If I had to guess, I think you want warm water. Cold water might be too soft/slippery at Florida temps. 

[Annie G]

I’d call your nearest Ron Jon’s surf shop and ask them. They’ll know which wax will stay on at the temps you need. I’m guessing warm water wax. 

[ktgrok]

7 hours ago, Tap said:

What about mushers wax or paw wax? There are waxes on the market made specifically for paws. Maybe read some Amazon reviews to see which ones are more tacky that others.

Supposedly that wax isn't tacky, it's slippery. At least that is what the reviews I read said. 

[Kebo]

Actually, I just tried it a few weeks ago, and was underwhelmed.  It didn't go on well, didn't stick well and didn't help.  It might have been the formulation that I chose (it was warm weather wax and was very firm).  My old dog is now wearing Dr. Buzby's toegrips and I think they are helping a bit, but my dog also has neurological issues and is nearly 16, so she struggles even on carpeted areas.  The toe grips are like Soft Paws with the tips cut off, which would be a lot cheaper so I may try that when this set wear out. 

[ktgrok]

3 hours ago, Kebo said:

Actually, I just tried it a few weeks ago, and was underwhelmed.  It didn't go on well, didn't stick well and didn't help.  It might have been the formulation that I chose (it was warm weather wax and was very firm).  My old dog is now wearing Dr. Buzby's toegrips and I think they are helping a bit, but my dog also has neurological issues and is nearly 16, so she struggles even on carpeted areas.  The toe grips are like Soft Paws with the tips cut off, which would be a lot cheaper so I may try that when this set wear out. 

How hard were the toe grips to put on? He hates his feet messed with but may try them. He is fine on rugs or carpet.

[Selkie]

If the wax or toe grips don’t work, could you make paths for him using yoga mats or those stick-on rug tiles?

Our dog with hip dysplasia was having trouble turning corners on our wood floors, so we put stick-on textured stair treads in strategic spots on the floor. Works great.

[ktgrok]

3 minutes ago, Selkie said:

If the wax or toe grips don’t work, could you make paths for him using yoga mats or those stick-on rug tiles?

Our dog with hip dysplasia was having trouble turning corners on our wood floors, so we put stick-on textured stair treads in strategic spots on the floor. Works great.

We’ve been using carpet runners and such but the old cat keeps puking on them and I’m sick of washing them, lol

[Kebo]

4 hours ago, Ktgrok said:

How hard were the toe grips to put on? He hates his feet messed with but may try them. He is fine on rugs or carpet.

Not difficult if you have the right size.  There is a fair amount of handling the toes to get them on though, so a foot phobic dog may be a challenge.