Muttluks FAQs

You can find here frequently asked questions about Muttluks products.

Measuring

For full instructions please refer to our Dog Boots Sizing Guide page or Coats Sizing Guide page.

For Fleece Lined and All Weather Muttluks: Choose the size that fits the entire paw including toe nails and excluding fur.

For Snow Mushers and Mud Monsters: Measure the front paws and then choose one size smaller for the rear paws.

To ensure proper sizing, please refer to the Muttluks Boots sizing chart prior to purchase.

Measure the distance in inches from the base of the neck to the base of the tail. To ensure proper sizing, please refer to the Muttluks sizing chart prior to purchase.

For Boots, choose the larger size. For Coats, if your dog is very slender choose the smaller size - if your dog is more robust choose the larger size.

Products

Muttluks has 8 different models of dog boots, based on type of use, performance and price point.

Winter: Snow Mushers, Muttluks Deluxe, Fleece-Lined Muttluks and Hott Doggers

Summer: Mud Monsters

All Season: Mutt Trackers, All-Weather Muttluks and Woof Walkers

Original Fleece-Lined Muttluks feature a warm fleece lining with a waterproof exterior fabric. They are predominantly for winter use. Original All-Weather Muttluks feature breathable waterproof fabric with no fleece lining. The All-Weather Muttluks can be worn all year round for protection from heat or cold. The Muttluks Deluxe are a deluxe version of the Original Fleece-Lined Muttluks with additional features such as side zipper opening and closure strap on the top of the cuff.

This depends on the model of boot. The fabric used in Muttluks Deluxe, Original Fleece-Lined Muttluks, Mutt Trackers and Woof Walkers is waterproof. The fabric used on Snow Mushers is highly water resistant. The Mud Monsters are made with a breathable mesh that is intentionally not waterproof. Mud Monsters are made to be worn in water for protection against rocks, shells and other sharp objects.

Keep in mind dog boots are not different than human boots - if the dog walks in snow that is deeper than the boot, the snow may melt on the leg and run down into the boot. Water may seep through the stitching seams if the dog stands in water. Water may come in from the top of the boot when the dog splashes through water.

The stitching on the side seams of the Muttluks Deluxe, Original Fleece-Lined Muttluks, Original All-Weather Muttluks and Woof Walkers is not waterproof. Water may seep in through the side seams if your dog stands in water for long periods of time. If the boots are being used in dry snowy conditions the side seams will remain dry.

Yes they do! In fact, Muttluks have a reputation for staying on better than any other brand of boot.  

Correct sizing is the single most important factor in boot performance and the most common reason why boots may fall off. If the boot is sized correctly the Velcro strap should fall just above the dew claw on the narrowest part of the leg. 

The second reason boots fall off is improper fastening. Verify you have the correct sizing and ensure the boot is fastened securely. Once boots are fastened securely tug lightly on the end of the boot in an attempt to pull it off.  If the boot is the correct size and fastened securely it should hold in place, if not it will slip down or off the paw.

Should you lose a boot despite all your efforts, email customer support at info@muttluks.com with the subject line Replacement Boots your name, address, phone, email, boot model, size and colour and we’ll be happy to sell you a single boot replacement.

The durability of Muttluks varies, depending on the dog and the type of use. Boots wear out most quickly on dry concrete and least quickly on snow. A dog with an uneven gait or who drags a paw will wear out the boots more quickly. Depending on the gait of the dog and type of usage the boots will last anywhere from one month to 14 years or more.

Mud Monsters and Snow Mushers are rugged boots that will last longer than any other model of Muttluks. They are ideal for use on concrete or rough surfaces such as lava rock.

Woof Walkers and Hott Doggers are more economical boot models and will not be as durable as the Muttluks, Snow Mushers or Mud Monsters.

Muttluks are machine washable and can be placed in the dryer on the low setting. Muttluks are packaged in a distinctive and reusable cloth mesh bag, which can be used for storing when not in use. Re-treat the leather with any spray or cream to extend use.

Yes, this is normal! This happens the first time your dog wears the boots and is not accustomed to them yet.

Your dog will get used to his or her Muttluks very quickly. To help your dog get accustomed to boots, place the boots on the dog, ensure the size is correct, then take him or her directly outside. Within two or three minutes of walking, your dog should be fully used to the Muttluks boots. Your dog will feel relief from the cold, salt or heat and immediately appreciate his or her Muttluks boots!

Snow Mushers and Mud Monsters have a wider double wrap fastening system that can be adapted high or low to accommodate the dew claw.  Wrapping the strap in the lower or higher position first, depending on your dogs dew claw position, may alleviate dew claw irritation. 

Although dew claw issues are rare, some dogs experience irritation at the dew claw from wearing dog boots regardless of the brand. All dog boots fasten at the narrow spot on the leg, just above the paw and the dew claw on the front legs. If irritation occurs discontinue use of the boots and use the Pawmagik paw balm instead of a boot. You may try wrapping a band-aid around the dewclaw itself and leave it on after you take the boots off. You may also try changing the model of boot to the Snow Mushers or Mud Monsters.

Pawmagik is made with all natural ingredients with a non-toxic “lickable” formula.

Pawmagik is made from a mixture of different moisturizing oils. Keep your dog away from carpets and furniture when the Pawmagik is freshly applied to prevent any oily residue from transferring to household furnishings.

Orders

You can find here questions and answers about orders.

There are no minimum orders.

Yes. We sell single boots upon request. Send your request to info@muttluks.com with the subject line Replacement Boots, your name, address, phone, email, boot model, size and colour.

No, prices do not include shipping. Shipping fees are calculated at checkout.

Muttluks uses the Shopify e-commerce platform for payment processing. We accept whatever methods of payment are available through Shopify.

Shipping

Shipping & Return questions.

Yes. Muttluks ships anywhere in the world. Additional shipping charges apply. VAT charges are applied to international orders based on the rate specific to that country.

A foreign government may impose a charge for custom and brokerage fees, duties and taxes on items received. These charges do not originate from Muttluks. The purchaser is responsible for payment of all custom and brokerage fees, duties and taxes that may be imposed when the goods are imported. These fees vary from country to country. To determine the fees applicable contact your local government.

In North America, delivery is by FedEx, Canada Post and USPS and usually takes between 3 to 7 business days, weather permitting. Delivery will be made only on weekdays. Please allow 1-2 extra days for delivery during the holiday season.

For international delivery, please allow 5-15 business days. Purchaser is responsible for payment of any duties, taxes or additional charges other than actual shipping fees disclosed prior to shipping the order.

Please refer to our Shipping & Returns Policy.

Please refer to our Shipping & Returns Policy.

Curbside Pickup

No, there is no minimum order.

The order and payment must be completed and finalized online prior to curbside pickup.

Yes, you may have someone else pick up your order. Please make sure they identify the name the order was under and the order number (WEBCA).

Unfortunately at this time during the pandemic we cannot come to your car to help you with sizing. This is for your safety and ours. Thank you in advance for your understanding.

Once you have alerted us that you are here we will do our best to have your order delivered to your car within 10 minutes.

Throughout the process, Muttluks upholds strict Covid-19 protocols including wearing masks and gloves when interacting with customers. When handling exchanges onsite, we ask that you put the merchandise back into the product packaging and shipping bag and place it back in your trunk for us to pick up.

You are free to try your purchase on your dog right away. If you find that you need a different size, you may exchange them while still at the Muttluks location. Please complete a new sales order for the new size and allow for processing time for refunding the old purchase and initiating the new sales order. 

1. Please call us at 416-699-6486 to advise that you would like to make an exchange and that you are still in the parking lot. 

2. Place the merchandise back inside the product packaging and shipping bag and place it back in your trunk for us to pick up.

3. You may wait in your car while we process the exchange transaction.

Yes, if you are picking up an order and have something else you would like to return or exchange you may do so.

1. Please call us at 416-699-6486 to advise that you would like to make an exchange.

2. Place the merchandise back inside the product packaging and shipping bag and place it back in your trunk for us to pick up.

3. You may wait in your car while we process the exchange transaction.

For returns, you can expect a refund up to the value of the product purchased in the same form of payment originally used for purchase within 5 to 12 business days from when we receive your return. This is the amount of time it takes for most banks to process the transaction and is not within our control. You should see the credit on your next credit card or bank statement. We do not mail credit memos, but if you ordered online with your email address, an automatic notice is emailed to you. Please note that due to the volume of returns and exchanges during the winter, it may take longer for us to process your return.

Although you may not add items to your current purchase, you may purchase additional items online while you wait. We will gladly process your additional order as quickly as possible while you wait.

If your order has not yet been shipped, we can change it to curbside pickup for you. Note: Shipping costs cannot be refunded until after you have picked up your order.

Yes, you can do this. If your order total is over $75 before taxes it will ship for free. If it is under $75 you will be charged separately for the shipping cost.

Any more questions?

If you cannot find your question here, please feel free to call us at:

1-888-688-8585

Our office hours are:

Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Eastern Standard Time.

We are closed on the following holidays (or closest weekday if the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday)

- New Year’s Day
- Family Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Monday
- Victoria Day
- Canada Day
- Civic Holiday
- Labour Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- Boxing Day
- New Year’s Eve

Orders received will be processed on the next business day.