These shoes have changed my gander instantly. He seems to have very tender feet and our yard isn't all goose friendly. He used to watch every step he made and walked slowly, gingerly, even across the dirt (future grass coming). Within minutes of putting the shoes on He was standing upright and walking like he should. It's so wonderful to see. He will likely have to wear them full time and I'm in AZ (Phoenix) so I have concerns about how to manage summer for him, but the shoes are perfect!