Vacaville police dog adorably struggles to break in new shoes

K-9 police dogs are trained to handle all sorts of dangerous situations, from rescues to crime scenes.

But new shoes? That takes some getting used to.

The Vacaville Police Department shared some adorable video of K-9 Roscoe breaking in a new pair of kicks. The pup flops from one paw to another, apparently confused by the new gear.

We can all agree the video is cute, but why does Roscoe need shoes at all?

"They are used as protective gear," the police department explained on Facebook. "There are times when our K-9s have to pass through some pretty treacherous terrain, like over broken glass. We want to be sure they are able to safely perform their job in all environments."

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The video has spread on social media and appeared on local news shows.

"Hopefully Roscoe can stay humble with all his newfound fame," the department joked.

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