Ground force kinetic adaptations associated with canine boots
Kathleen Shorter1, Wendy Brown2
1Canine and Equine Research Group, Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law, University of New England, Armidale, NSW, Australia. kshorter@une.edu.au.
Biologia Futura
|September 23, 2021
Summary
Dog boots may protect paws, but they significantly increase the loading rate during trotting. This suggests potential musculoskeletal risks, requiring careful introduction and adjustment periods for canine footwear.
Area of Science:
- Canine Biomechanics
- Veterinary Orthopedics
Background:
- Dog boots are used to protect paws in adverse conditions.
- Limited empirical data exists on the effects of dog boots on gait.
Purpose of the Study:
- Quantify changes in ground force kinetics when dogs wear boots.
- Investigate the impact of canine boots on gait characteristics.
Main Methods:
- Six healthy beagles participated in a crossover study.
- Dogs were analyzed trotting barefoot and in boots using a force plate.
- Gait parameters measured included stance time, peak vertical force, loading rate, and vertical impulse.
Main Results:
- No significant differences were found in stance time, peak vertical force, or vertical impulse between barefoot and shod conditions.
- Peak vertical instantaneous loading rate was significantly higher when dogs wore boots compared to being barefoot.
Conclusions:
- Canine boots may offer environmental protection but alter gait dynamics.
- Increased loading rates suggest potential for musculoskeletal injury.
- Caution and adequate adjustment periods are recommended when using dog boots.
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