Since our graduates are from across the United States and Canada not just Southern California we like to provide them with boots to protect their guide dog's paws. The boots that we choose are Bark'n Boots™ Grip Trex™ for all-conditions, all-terrains, and all-seasons. These boots feature two major advancements in dog boots an upper inspired by human shoes and a high performance Vibram® sole. So, whether they are walking the blistering summer streets of Las Vegas or the icy winter streets of Anchorage, our dog's feet are protected. Your donation to this item will provide one guide dog with a set of boots.