If you are lucky to have a dog that likes his paws touched, then cleaning mud off of them should be easy. If you have a puppy, this would be the best time to start doing this. Try to touch and massage your puppy's paws as often as you can. One regret I had was not introducing booties to Kumason when he was a puppy. This would have made it easier in the winter with the salt on the roads. However, I did find a non toxic wax made especially for pets called Musher's Secret that I apply directly to his paw pads to prevent salt burns. It works great.
Akitas clean and groom themselves like cats. Whenever Kumason and I come back from a walk after it rains, his paws and bottom portion of his legs get really muddy. He is also a dog that loves to 'mark' and kick his back legs after he does his business. I've since learned to stand clear, otherwise I would be a dirty muddy mess too.
Keeping a wash cloth, towels and and a pot of water [warm in the winter] by your front door is a good idea. This way, you can clean your dog's legs and paws as soon as you get home. One day when Kumason and I were coming inside after it rained, he left such a beautiful paw print on the towel I put by the door. I took a picture of it and now it is a piece of artwork on my wall.
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