How to apply ToeGrips

Restore your dog’s confident mobility with ToeGrips

Proper application is key for safety and success. Watch our short video tutorials to see how.

Step 1

Step 1

Wet 16 ToeGrips in isopropyl rubbing alcohol, which acts as a lubricant for application.

Step 2

Step 2

Stabilize the toe and press the wet ToeGrip onto the nail tip.

Step 3

Step 3

Push the top and sides of the ToeGrip into place using your fingernails or fingertips until the nail tip is exposed and the GripZone is created.

The bottom portion of the ToeGrip shouldn’t be pushed up the nail because it must contact the ground to provide traction.

Step 4

Step 4

Repeat step 2 and step 3 for all 16 nails.

Important

  • Correctly positioned, ToeGrips should never touch the nail bed, which is where the skin meets the nail.
  • If neglected, ToeGrips may cause harm by riding up the nail to the nail bed or rubbing adjacent toes. To prevent this, monitor your dog’s ToeGrips and toes daily.
  • Do not assume ToeGrips are too small because they do not easily slide onto the nails. Properly sized ToeGrips should fit snugly. If sized incorrectly, they may fall off quickly.

How to position ToeGrips

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Correct

ToeGrips should fit snugly and must contact the ground at the GripZone to provide traction.

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Incorrect

If the GripZone is not created on the bottom of the nail tip, ToeGrips can’t provide traction.

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Incorrect

Rarely, ToeGrips can ride up the nail and cause harm. Monitor daily and adjust as needed to prevent this.

When to glue ToeGrips

Important

Applying ToeGrips with glue is not necessary for most senior dogs.

However, it is recommended for dogs who have trouble keeping ToeGrips on, especially:

  • Neurologic dogs (dogs who drag, scuff, or knuckle the paws when walking)
  • Tripods (three-legged dogs)
  • Senior dogs who are more active, especially outdoors.

We recommend Scotch® Super Glue Gel.

How to apply ToeGrips using glue

Practice applying ToeGrips according to the How to Apply ToeGrips section before applying with glue. Then remove and re-apply with super glue.

Step 1

Place a dab of super glue inside the hole of the ToeGrip.

Step 2

Quickly squeeze and release the ToeGrip to spread the glue on the inside wall.

Step 3

Push the ToeGrip onto the nail and quickly position according to the instructions under How to Apply ToeGrips.

How to monitor ToeGrips

ToeGrips are not
“set it and forget it”

Like any product for our furry family
members, ToeGrips should be used
under supervision.

  • For safety and success, visually inspect your dog’s ToeGrips daily to make sure they’re in place and in good condition.
  • Be certain each ToeGrip rests in the GripZone. Periodic repositioning may be needed.
  • Rarely, if neglected, ToeGrips may shift upward and touch the nailbed (where the skin meets the nail) or rub an adjacent toe and cause harm. Monitor your dog's ToeGrips daily to prevent this.

How to remove ToeGrips

How to remove ToeGrips

  1. Stabilize the toe by placing your thumb under the paw pad and your finger on top of the toe.
  2. Using your fingernails or fingertips, roll the top edge of the ToeGrip downward to pop it off.

How to remove glued ToeGrips

To break the bond of the glue, work around the top edge of the ToeGrip with your fingernail and then peel the ToeGrip downward off the nail. If residue remains on the toenails after removal, you may apply your next set of ToeGrips right over it.

Want even more tutorials on how to apply ToeGrips?

Check out these additional resources on how ToeGrips are applied.

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