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CO
Review for Lewis Vented Rubber Dog Boots -- Individual Boot
December 25, 2014
Very best dog boots out there! Would strongly recommend them!
By Richard S.
Midwest City
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December 23, 2014
They seem like they will hold up better and last longer than the nylon/leather boots I've had in the past.
By Paul S.
WY
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December 20, 2014
Always used Lewis dog boots. Somewhat hard to put on dog, but offers the best protection possible. Great product.
By P K.
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December 19, 2014
I have purchased bird dog and hunting supplies from GDS over the past twenty years. Previously, I bought from Dunn's Supply. Great products and support from GDS. On to the Lewis Boots. They are made in Enid, OK, just 50 miles from where I live. I have used the Lewis and other boots for the past 40- 50 years. Lewis boots are the best I have ever used. They are tough and there are few thorns that will penetrate them. I have tried many types of boots. The cordura boots are pretty easy to install. The one knock on them is that they wear out quickly (dependent on terrain), and the dogs will lose a boot even if you tape them. Also the cordura is more likely to allow thorn penetration than the Lewis boots, which are made of tire grade rubber. For me, the Lewis boots have held up from Western Oklahoma, Montana, Arizona and several other places. Equally important is to properly size and install the boot. I found the Lewis sizing guide to be very reliable. It is important to keep the dogs nails reasonably trimmed. A Dremel tool with a sanding drum is a great way to do this. Over the years I have tried many installation methods. One common problem has been in applying the base coat of tape on the dog's skin/hair. I have used many different types of tape, both surgical and athletic. When you remove the boot after a day's hunt, the tape is pretty dirty and finding the tape's end can be a challenge. The tape can be a real hassle to remove. The dog does not enjoy loosing hair and hide any more than I do removing it. There is an alternative provided by Steve Snell that uses duct tape. There is a short instruction tape on the Lewis boot page you should watch. I had not thought of applying the base layer of tape like Steve does. I have used his method several times, and it is perfect. No lost boots and the best protection available. Plus removing the boots is not painful and is a very easy and fast process. I use a bandage scissor a surgeon friend suggested that makes tape removal a breeze and is less susceptible to skin puncture. This scissor has a 'safety tip'. Well, enough of my rambling. Good luck and good hunting.
By David G.
NC
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December 18, 2014
I don't think this is a poorly designed or inferior product. My dog refused to walk with these on. She seemed stressed when wearing them and laid there and chewed on the duct tape required to keep them on her feet. I tried walking her with them on, and after serious coaxing, she would walk with them on, but looked like a drunken sailor. I gave up using them because she was hell bent on getting them off and wouldn't leave them alone. She kept chewing on the duct tape. Some dogs might adjust better to them than mine did, so I'm on the fence as how to comment on these.
By Danny A.
CA
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December 11, 2014
Love these boots. After the initial high step when the boots were first put on, he loves running in them. No cactus in his paws, and no bloody pads over rocks. Strongly suggest you watch the video where they use duct tape to put on the boots. I know that sounds strange, but it is sheer genius.
By Don F.
TX
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December 8, 2014
Placing order online was very easy and was received quickly.
By Bill K.
OK
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December 5, 2014
They work good. We hunt in stickers.
By Danny M.
NM
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December 3, 2014
Worked really well. Kept the grass burrs out. She hunted all day long.
By Roy M.
TX
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November 22, 2014
Great service.
By Jennifer B.
CA
Review for Lewis Vented Rubber Dog Boots -- Individual Boot
November 21, 2014
I love that Gundog Supply offers individual boots. These boots are the only ones worth buying!
By Jennifer B.
CA
Review for Lewis Unvented Rubber Dog Boots -- Set of 4
November 21, 2014
Don't even waste your money on any other boot if you hunt in terrain that's even remotely rough...these are the only ones that last more than a day or two!
By Ben R.
OK
Review for Lewis Vented Rubber Dog Boots -- Individual Boot
November 21, 2014
Went pheasant hunting opening day in KS. My dog had her Lewis boots on all day for two days. No lost boots, no stickers, no sweat. They are the best.
By Gene
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November 18, 2014
Have been running Lewis boots on my dogs Quail hunting in the desert for 12 years. They are excellent.
By Marty M.
NM
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November 17, 2014
This is the first time is used these type of dog boots. We were hunting desert quail in rocky terrain where there were lots of cactus. The boots were easy to put on the dogs and they held up very well.
By Stevon R.
TX
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November 15, 2014
I used the boots on my dog this last week hunting pheasant in Kansas. They worked great. We hunted a lot of CRP land with lots of stickers. My dog never slowed down.
By Art
PA
Review for Lewis Vented Rubber Dog Boots -- Individual Boot
November 7, 2014
Got my dog back in the field and performed even better than I had hoped for.
By Erich H.
OR
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November 6, 2014
I put boots on her and hiked around park for an hour. She did fine. When we hunted through a boot in the first 30 min of hunting when crossing a fence, I saw it come off so got it back. 15 minutes later she lost another one, and I did not see it, so we lost that one. By end of hunt one of the rear boots had slid down and was riding between her outside toe, so had to remove it. In the end I took them off. I thought I had put them on correctly, but maybe they were too loose.
By DAN L.
MI
Review for Lewis Unvented Rubber Dog Boots -- Set of 4
November 1, 2014
They work well to get a few extra hours or days in tough terrain for hunting dogs. Using Vet wrap helps to reduce skin irritation with prolonged use.
By Allen G.
IN
Review for Lewis Vented Rubber Dog Boots -- Individual Boot
October 28, 2014
They work great. Out hunting sage grouse, and prickly pear cactus never penetrated the boots -- 8 hr days for 4 days.
By Doy D.
OK
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October 16, 2014
Hunting season in Okla has not started. Sand burs are bad this year. Have not used the boots yet, but I know they work well if I can keep them on his paws.
By Andy O.
MN
Review for Lewis Unvented Rubber Dog Boots -- Individual Boot
October 7, 2014
The video for these boots was excellent. Just follow what it shows and these boots work great. I just used one on an injured front paw. I took her out to chase pheasants. Ran for two hours and the boot stayed put and protected the foot.
By Carl F.
ME
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September 27, 2014
Best boots I've used from either commercially available sources or the various hand made options I've tried!
By Travis W.
TX
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September 11, 2014
Ran these on my Elhew last year without any problems. Just follow Steve's instructions as how to put them on. Plan on trying Vet wrap as a underwrap this year to insure that there is no chaffing on leg. Bought another set for my Shorthair. Definitely worth the investment.
By JOE L.
OK
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September 8, 2014
These are the best boots I have used. I have 3 sets, and they work great.
By ALLAN P.
OK
Review for Lewis Unvented Rubber Dog Boots -- Individual Boot
September 5, 2014
I hunt in Oklahoma, and we have a lot of sand burrs. These boots are the best. I have been hunting quail for over 50 years.
By Double G.
Review for Lewis Vented Rubber Dog Boots -- Individual Boot
September 1, 2014
These are still the best boots out there. If your dog kicks a boot off in the field, it's your own fault for installing them wrong. Tough for the desert here in AZ for quail and great protection from snow and grass blades in MT for pheasant.
By Derik A.
WA
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August 14, 2014
They work really well! We hike with our dog.
By Keith K.
ID
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March 24, 2014
Use a good sticky tape to secure boots, or you may lose them. The best dog boots I have used in really bad terrain. Keith
By JIM L.
CA
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February 24, 2014
Have not used them as of yet, due to season being closed. This is the 4th set of boots over the past years I've had. The boots have never worn out, but I have lost some due to hard running dogs. I just tried another brand a couple of months ago, and they were shredded in about 45 minutes, so I went back to the good Lewis boots. Just need to make sure they are taped good. Thanks, Jim
By David L.
AZ
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February 15, 2014
I have used these for 35 years. If you come to Arizona, don't come without Lewis Dog Boots. Learn how to put them on to suit your dog. Some dogs wear them just like the instructions say. Some dogs need baby socks or strategically place Moleskin. In Arizona, dogs acting tired early usually I only have sore feet. These boots are a new dog in a bag.
By Steve S.
KS
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February 11, 2014
We haven't gotten to use the boots except in the yard. Dogs do not seem to mind them much. Everybody we hunt with use these boots and say these are the best they have found. Looking forward to using them. Great service from GUN DOG SUPPLY. I will be back.
By Barry S.
IL
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February 3, 2014
The best for really tough conditions like southern AZ. Could be overkill for areas with just sandburrs, where something with a canvas top might retain as much heat.
By Casey T.
MI
Review for Lewis Unvented Rubber Dog Boots -- Set of 4
January 13, 2014
They work great. Stayed on the whole time. My dog got used to them right away. Now she can run around the snow and ice with no issues. Use some old socks to keep the tape off the fur. Takes a few minutes to put on, but worth the effort. :)
By Ray Y.
GA
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January 7, 2014
Been using 15 years.
By John L.
OR
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January 2, 2014
I ordered the Lewis boots in size large after measuring my labs feet. When they arrived, they looked a little small, but fit great. The presentation of the boots is quite impressive. They come in a very nice carrying bag with great written instructions. They are made of a high quality rubber that feels like it will last many seasons. It took about 10 minutes to put them on. And my dog was use to them in about 5 minutes. These boots turned my dog from a 1/2 day dog, to a full day dog. I primarily chukar hunt, and the rocks and shale tear my dogs pads to the point of immobility. The first time out with the lewis boots, he went all day and was ready for more. It is important to install correctly. It would be a bummer to have your dog lose one of these great boots.
By LEE P.
AZ
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January 1, 2014
Best boots for Arizona. I have used them for many years now, on departed hunting dogs. Shake some baby powder inside the boots for ease of installation.
By Maynard
WA
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December 29, 2013
Good solid product. Beats the "gimmick" ones with kevlar and other materials that don't last. Sure beats using duct tape in an emergency or making your own out of leather. Now if they would just make one that works in cactus life would be good.
By Jack A.
MO
Review for
December 15, 2013
Fits really well.
By C F.
IN
Review for
December 15, 2013
Use the vet tape to wrap the legs, then put the boot on, then duck tape boot to wrap.
By LISA L.
TX
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December 8, 2013
The boots went on easily, and she wore them all day. Only walked funny for a few minutes, then acted like she'd had them forever. We spent the day in rocky and cactus-filled fields, and not one single problem. Thanks for a great product!
By Danny P.
NE
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December 7, 2013
I live in Southeast New Mexico. We have grass burrs and mesquites, but while wearing their dog boots my two labs can hunt all day without any problems.
By Steve W.
TX
Review for
December 4, 2013
They are great for protection against sand burrs, however, a bit of a challenge to put on an anxious, excited, ready to hunt dog. Great product from GDS as always!!!
By Bill G.
MT
Review for Lewis Vented Rubber Dog Boots -- Individual Boot
December 2, 2013
Well, they lasted about 10 minutes the first time out hunting. The dog came out of a deep coulee with no boots on. I used vet wrap and duct tape, but I think I was too stingy with the duct tape. I bought another set and will try again.
By William P.
MO
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November 29, 2013
Best boots made to protect hunting dog feet when hunting in sand burrs, puncture weed patches, or if cactus is a problem. Highly recommended.
By Denis A.
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November 20, 2013
Excellent product. Hunt where there are lots of sand burrs, and with these on my dog Raven, she doesn't slow down to pick burrs out of her feet.
By Upland M.
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November 12, 2013
These boots are great! Aero, my Bourbonnais, is entering the 2nd season on these boots. She wears them and hunts hard in them. With proper installation, they are no hassle at all. Easy to see thorns, if they penetrate the rubber. Saves the dog's pads in the desert during quail hunting and saves the dog's knuckles from bleeding in the CRP grass during pheasant hunting.
I definitely recommend these boots to anyone who want's their dogs to run longer and harder, simply because of the protection they offer the dog. If the dog has healthy feet, it'll never stop hunting.
By Shannon B.
AZ
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November 12, 2013
Got a large size, but no way that design would ever fit that dog unfortunately, looks like fine quality boot though.
By Brian J.
MI
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October 31, 2013
They sure help my dog and her tender feet. Has made my dog a five day hunter in stead of a two day dog. Feet would be for up without these Lewis boots.
By Cynthia J.
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October 22, 2013
They're the best. Wish I hadn't wasted money on so many other boots that my dog ran through the soles in a week. Have had these since June, and my dog tows me two miles a day on my trike on pavement running 12 mph. They only now have torn, and the tread has worn off, which is an amazing amount of rough use. Easy to put on and take off, as I use Velcro for fasteners instead of going the tape route. Works well and we're both very happy with these boots! So glad I finally gave them a try.
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