Musher's Secret Paw Protection Natural Dog Wax

TLDR: Works amazingly on chaffed legs, take it from a veteran. I was a military bomb dog handler multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. we were told to apply this to our dogs paws IF they were having issues with their paws in the terrain. Surprisingly even though i ran multiple foot patrols with my dog, my dog never had any issues with his paws; however, I did. That being said i suffered from chafing between my legs and as one can imagine that was awful especially since I was the only counter IED asset for the company I was supporting. Additionally worth noting we didn't have showers only baby wipes so not even a slight amount of relief in a cool shower. With no time to rest and TLDR: Works amazingly on chaffed legs, take it from a veteran. I was a military bomb dog handler multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. we were told to apply this to our dogs paws IF they were having issues with their paws in the terrain. Surprisingly even though i ran multiple foot patrols with my dog, my dog never had any issues with his paws; however, I did. That being said i suffered from chafing between my legs and as one can imagine that was awful especially since I was the only counter IED asset for the company I was supporting. Additionally worth noting we didn't have showers only baby wipes so not even a slight amount of relief in a cool shower. With no time to rest and recover I was searching for anything to help relieve my issues. i tried powders, i tried antibiotic creams. I tried ductaping socks to my thighs. nothing worked and it was only seeming to get worse and worse. That was when my dog broke a nail, so i was rummaging through my first aid kit for him i bumped into the jar of mushers secret, and thought what the heck. when i applied it I got an instant relief not to say it fixed it magically but the pain subsided a bit. when i awoke in the morning it was tender but much better so i lathered more on. after doing this for only 2 days the issue was corrected. I had lived with constantly chaffed thighs for almost 2 months at this point, and wow was it awesome to find something that worked. since then I have applied it anytime I have had the onset of chaffed thighs and it works amazing. I finally ran out (got it in 2011). So after a long day I applied the little I had left and went to order some more! … more

This product came recommended by a dog musher friend, and since we live in a snowbelt, our dogs experience harsh winter conditions (extreme cold, ice, snow, and salt) as they ram around our property, chasing the elusive red squirrel! Our one pup developed cracked pads with occasional bleeding. I've been giving her a "pawdicure" before bed lately and her pads are softening and appear to be healing. Thankful that it's helping!

This product is not marketed for cats, but their paws need protection from harsh conditions, too! I noticed our indoor/outdoor kitties were getting dry, cracked pads, causing them extra discomfort in snowy/icy conditions. Because it's impossible to expect cats, who love to scratch and climb, to wear boots outdoors, I purchased the Musher's. It is AMAZING! My cats can now run, play and dig in the snow to their hearts' content. They didn't exactly enjoy the application process the first time, but I think they can feel the difference it makes because they now allow me to apply it without protest. If your cats don't enjoy having the product massaged into their paws, try lightly stamping each This product is not marketed for cats, but their paws need protection from harsh conditions, too! I noticed our indoor/outdoor kitties were getting dry, cracked pads, causing them extra discomfort in snowy/icy conditions. Because it's impossible to expect cats, who love to scratch and climb, to wear boots outdoors, I purchased the Musher's. It is AMAZING! My cats can now run, play and dig in the snow to their hearts' content. They didn't exactly enjoy the application process the first time, but I think they can feel the difference it makes because they now allow me to apply it without protest. If your cats don't enjoy having the product massaged into their paws, try lightly stamping each paw directly onto the surface of the product, then giving a quick rub into the pads - it works fine. My cats don't enjoy the slightly citrusy smell, so licking it off hasn't been a problem (it's not toxic, if yours does happen to like it), and it absorbs within seconds, so just keep kitty off his/her paws while you count to ten. One application per week is fine. I hope that this helps fellow cat owners looking for a solution for their kitties - MUSHER'S IS PAW-SOME!!! … more

Moved from Texas to the snowy mountains of Colorado, so was looking for something to help the pup's paws be more comfortable in the snow and ice. This is the perfect solution! I considered booties, but I'm glad I went with Musher's instead. It's totally odorless, so my dog, who eats anything and everything in sight, wasn't at all interested in licking it off. He typically hates his paws being touched, but let's me rub this on with no problem. Before we had it, he would stop every few steps walking in the snow, but once we started using it, he doesn't give his paws a second thought. It keeps the pads nice and moist, adding just enough protection. I really don't know what we'd do without it... Moved from Texas to the snowy mountains of Colorado, so was looking for something to help the pup's paws be more comfortable in the snow and ice. This is the perfect solution! I considered booties, but I'm glad I went with Musher's instead. It's totally odorless, so my dog, who eats anything and everything in sight, wasn't at all interested in licking it off. He typically hates his paws being touched, but let's me rub this on with no problem. Before we had it, he would stop every few steps walking in the snow, but once we started using it, he doesn't give his paws a second thought. It keeps the pads nice and moist, adding just enough protection. I really don't know what we'd do without it... will definitely be a staple from now on! I've heard it can also be used for long days of hiking, so will be giving that shot as well. … more

I'm really happy with this purchase. We had ridiculously cold temps(-30s) in Michigan this winter and my dogs could barley walk outside. My son's dog is from Hawaii and he was basically in shock. I read other reviews and bought this. We rubbed it on all of their pads and even in between. They were able to go out and do their business without trying to stand on 3 legs because their feet hurt. We plan to continue using it for walks in all the salty slush and even try it in the summer on hot pavement and sand. I have 2 Cavapoos who actually do pretty well in the snow as they have furry feet but my son's Rhodesian Ridgeback mix, with very short hair, had a hard time. They all tried to lick it off I'm really happy with this purchase. We had ridiculously cold temps(-30s) in Michigan this winter and my dogs could barley walk outside. My son's dog is from Hawaii and he was basically in shock. I read other reviews and bought this. We rubbed it on all of their pads and even in between. They were able to go out and do their business without trying to stand on 3 legs because their feet hurt. We plan to continue using it for walks in all the salty slush and even try it in the summer on hot pavement and sand. I have 2 Cavapoos who actually do pretty well in the snow as they have furry feet but my son's Rhodesian Ridgeback mix, with very short hair, had a hard time. They all tried to lick it off at first but once it soaked in, they left it alone. I didn't notice anything on my floors or rugs either. I rubbed it in really well. I was surprised how dry and rough their pads were and this made them feel much softer. Happy to have found this great product. … more

I love the convince of the auto reorder. I love using this on my dogs feet but will probably NOT have to order it again until next year. She is so small and even though I use it all year we only use less than a teaspoon a month! Really good product!

My dog runs with me on asphalt paths and started having irritation on the pads of his paws, occasionally limping for awhile after running. Have been applying this liberally (more than the instructions say) on his paw pads before runs and it seems to have done the trick. I just stick each paw into the container, rub it around, and then work the wax into each paw by hand. It is thick similar to the consistancy of chapstick.

This is a must-have if you live in cold weather where it snows and/or gets icy. It is especially important to use when sidewalks & streets get salted. It protects your pet's paws & pads extremely well, and it's ok to use if you have a licky dog.

We have one Husky and a Husky/Lab and this stuff is amazing! We live in Michigan where our weather can be nice and hot in the summer and crazy cold in the winter so we need something to protect their paws year round and Musher's Secret is just the product. Easy to apply (if your puppers is cooperative), not too greasy and safe for their tummies should they lick their paws after application. Love it and highly recommend it!

first time getting this for my maltese puppy and it works well! he loves going outside, especially in the snow and this keeps his paw pads soft and definitely protected! the product is a bit hard, so I tend to use my nail to dig up some of the product and then apply it versus just rubbing my finger on the product. also my dog loves to play with the jar LOL