Why do dogs walk funny when wearing shoes? Asked By: Julia Hand. Date created: Wed, Feb 3, 2021 10:22 PM. Best answers. 3 Answers. Firstly, dogs (like people) require the use of all the pads on their feet to balance, as a person wearing socks can have difficulty on a slippery surface, so can dogs. Also, people who wear shoes that are not well fitted also have difficulty walking. Think about wearing shoes that are too loose. Answered By: Loyal Nikolaus. Date created: Fri, Feb 5, 2021 12:25 AM ...