Mostly, pet owners will apply paw protection to their pet's paws and toes during the winter as they want to protect them from the ice and snow as well as the salt that is put on the roads. This salt can easily cause an infection, which is why a layer of protection is so important. However, it is advisable to use paw protection wax all throughout the year. Before you and your dog go out for a walk, apply a layer of wax first. This is because you do not know what the paws could come in contact with - hot pavements or grit on the road. You can also use paw bandages if your dog already suffers from cracked or dry feet.