A lightweight and flexible dog shoe is described here for protecting a dog's feet from external cold or hot temperature conditions, cuts and abrasions, or other injury with a waterproof construction while allowing breathability and comfort during use. The shoes are designed to be easily put on by the dog owner with a large top opening and a Velcro strap system for securing the shoes to the dog's feet. The shoe is flexible to conform to the shape of the dog's legs while providing tactile feeling ability on the soles. The material is breathable, and acts as a check-valve with air permeability for breathability, but prevents water from entering. Adjustment is provided with Velcro straps, buckles and buttons. The front laces are for added stability and support purposes. The shoe is constructed with a synthetic materials: a multi-layer nylon fabric shell, synthetic rubber sole & toe enclosure, and is one hundred percent waterproof. The sole and toe enclosure may be constructed with resin rubber, crepe, PVC, or polyurethane. The multi-layer shell is comprised of； 1) a protective inner contact layer； 2) an insulating thickness layer； and 3) an outer waterproof shell. The dog's feet and paws enter from the rear opening, and adjustment are made via the wrap-around Velcro straps, buckles, and buttons. The Velcro straps have reflective material for visibility during nighttime or low visible light conditions. The shoes are available in different sizes: extra-small (XS), small (S), medium (M), large (L), and extra-large (XL). The name for the shoes may be branded as “YAP”, “YAP DESIGNS”, “YAP SHOES”, or specifically “CALIGAE” as a special shoe for the kings. The shoes will protect a dog's feet and paws from hazardous environmental conditions, abrasion, dirt, chemicals, salt, as well as cold and hot weather.
