[Zoey's Momma]

Originally Posted by JCarlson2004

I don't think shoes are cruel by any means. They're a protection from hot pavement, snow (and salt thrown down on top of snow -- that stuff can really burn the pads of their feet), rocks and other environmental conditions. I think it's wrong for someone to call people "crazy" and "pathetic" for allowing their dogs to wear shoes. It is up to each dog owners descretion. As long as the dog can walk in them and doesn't mind wearing them, I see no reason why they shouldn't.

Well, said! Kudos to you!