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What Shoes Do BarkingDogShoes Readers Rely on for All-Day Comfort?


Real answers from real readers — here are the shoes they swear by.

When we asked our Facebook community:
“What pair of shoes do you depend on to get you through the day in comfort?”
— hundreds of you chimed in with your tried-and-true favorites.

Below is a curated list of the shoes and boots mentioned, along with the exact reasons readers love them. If you’re searching for your next comfort hero, this list is a goldmine.


Most-Loved Shoes & Boots Mentioned by Readers

Aetrex

  • Margot Boot — dependable comfort; supportive option for sensitive feet.
Aetrex Margot

Abeo


Alegria

  • Belle, Paloma, Deliah — excellent for hallux rigidus and narrow ankles.
  • Seville — readers say “wonderful all around.”

Altra

  • Lone Peak — reliable for exercise.
  • Escalante — popular for neuroma relief with its wide toe box.
  • Experience Flow — lightweight alternative when HOKA Bondi feels too soft.

Allbirds

  • Wool Runners — cozy, warm, and ideal for cold/damp climates.

Asics

  • Gel Kayano — long-time go-to for stability and support.

Bared Footwear “Owl”

Bared


Blundstone


Born


Brooks


Birkenstock Bend

Birkenstock


Chaco


Clark’s


Cole Haan Nicolette

Cole Haan

  • Square-toe flats — “most comfortable flats I’ve ever worn,” with surprising support.

Danner


Dansko


Duckfeet

  • Skanderborg wool-lined boot — wide toe box; orthotic-friendly; cozy. “The toe box is wide and you can use your own orthotic insert if you wish.”


Fitflop Rally

FitFlop


Haflinger


Hey Dude

  • Mocassins: Lightweight, flexible, and roomy — an unexpected hit among readers.

HOKA

Hoka Transport
  • Arahi: for over-pronators
  • Bondi: ultra-cushioned; good walking shoe
  • Clifton:
  • Transport: for walking, hiking, lifestyle
    Why readers love them: extreme cushioning and leg comfort. Some find them too soft; others say they’re foot-saving.

Hotter


Kizik


Klogs


Kuru Kivi

Kuru

  • KIVI 2 & general Kuru styles — excellent for RA, heel pain, and zero break-in. “I only wear Kuru shoes, boots and sandals as I deal with RA. No break-in time and I can add my inserts.”

Merrell

  • Encore (wide) — dependable slip-on comfort, support and traction.

Miz Mooz

  • Letty oxford “So comfy I bought them in two colors. They don’t bother my bunions at all and they don’t make me look like I have clown feet.”

Naot


New Balance

New Balance 574
  • 574: Stylish lifestyle sneaker with moderate arch support
  • 990: USA made, flagship model, excellent cushioning and fit
  • Velcro walking sneakers — great for arthritis & Achilles issues.

Nike


Oofos


Orthofeet


Pikolinos

  • Booties — stylish and comfortable.

Rieker

  • Footwear known for soft, forgiving comfort.

Rothy’s Double Bit Driver

Rothy’s

  • Office flats — breathable, chic, dependable.
  • Drivers “My feet didn’t even hurt after working all day and even shopping after work… and I have a bunion.”

Rollies


SAS


Saucony


Skechers


Sofft Mackenna

Sofft

  • Sandals — supportive, cute, dependable.

Taos


Teva

  • Sandals — comfortable and easy for everyday summer use.

Telic

Topo Athletic Atmos
  • Sandals — soft, cushioned, great for recovery.

Topo Athletic


Thursday Boot Co


Vionic

Vionic Caitlin

Ziera

  • Ziera sandals — available in extra-wide widths; great for painful conditions.

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