By Sandy Robins
Pet travel expert, author and MSNBC.com columnist
February 19, 2010

Pawz dog boots are made from natural rubber and mould to the shape of your dog’s foot to fit like socks. They are suitable for all outdoor surfaces, from snow-covered mountainsides and city streets salted with deicer to hot summertime sidewalks and recently treated lawns. They can be re-used several times before disposal and are 100 percent biodegradable.

There are 12 boots in a pack and sized for all paws in a selection of bright fun colors. Pawz also work well to keep paws clean after your dog has just been groomed, and are sure to help keeps your pet popular during hotel stays. They’re available at Petco, PetSupplies4Less.com, and other suppliers; prices start at about $10.