Hot Pet Products to Help Your Dog Brave the Cold

Slippery ice, cold concrete and wet walks can turn your dog's daily constitutional into a miserable, even painful experience, but Bark'n Boots allow dogs to brave any surface. Patented tread and traction technologies help paws stay secure on slippery surfaces, while the boots' design clings to the contours of the foot for maximum comfort.

If you forgot to order your Boots this season, your pup is probably going to need some TLC for her paws. Suburban Dog House sells Woof, a top-notch balm made from shea butter and no paraffin waxes or mineral oils, meaning your dog won't be leaving sticky streaks on the carpet after application. The balm also works well on dull coats and dry skin. You can also pick up a tin of Paw Care Balm from Cyber Canine. This is made from organic herbs and aromatherapy-grade oils. It's safe for consumption, so you won't have to worry if you see your dog thoughtfully licking her feet. Actually, the ingredients are safe for human consumption too, so if you see your kids licking your dog's feet you also don't have to worry about the balm, anyway.

Dogs who regularly walk in inclement weather can stay warm and dry in the Chelsea Pet Jacket from Land's End, which keeps rain, wind and snow off coats. This is a fleece-lined coat with reflective binding for night walks and a removable, fur-lined hood which is, frankly, adorable. If you need something a little less mountaineer and more Madison Avenue, you should check out the Madison Fur Coat from Petoga Couture. This tweed coat boasts rhinestone accents and fur trim but faux, naturelment. The coat is a soft, sweet pink guaranteed to flatter every color of fur because your dog may be color-blind, but your envious friends are not.

Of course, sometimes the weather is so bad that you can't face outside time, no matter how much gear your dog has. On those days, you'll want indoor products to occupy your pet's time and use up some of her energy.

Quiet winter evenings by the fire demand a quieter toy. Hide the squeaky chews and put out a Snugga Wubba toy instead. Long, pullable octopus legs are attached to two chewy plush balls, with a rattle inside to keep things interesting without being shrill. These toys are made of soft, machine washable fleece and come in multiple colors.

Some dogs won't settle down to playtime without a few treats, and for those dogs we recommend the Havaball. This extremely popular rubber toy ejects periodic food treats as the dog rolls and bounces it. As an added bonus, the denta-ridges will clean your pal's teeth while she chews on them.

For high-energy dogs, pick up an Orbee Tuff Ball. As the name suggests, these balls are tough and durable, perfect for in-house winter romps and outdoor fetch games in the summer. Households with multiple dogs or with dogs and kids might also consider the Tug-of-4. The central ball is attached to four stretchy tugs, so dogs can play tug-of-war with one another or with a willing human. The ball also contains a squeaker for added excitement.

So whether you're choosing to brave the winter weather or stay snug indoors, these smart buys can help you and your four-footed friend through the cold season with skill and style!