Abstract: The present invention is a shoe attachment and a method of use thereof. The shoe attachment allows a hand truck user to retrieve the hand truck more easily and efficiently after unloading boxes. The device comprises a metal plate with a hook and a pair of slots. The metal plate is to be positioned upon and strapped to the boot with the support of a belt with a buckle. In strapping the metal plate to the boot, the belt traverses through both of the slots on the plate and attaches to itself via the buckle. During use, the hook of the metal plate forms a secure connection between the top of the foot and the bottom rung of the hand truck. Upon engagement, the user may then retrieve the hand truck with a strong pull. The present invention is applicable to any wheeler with a bottom rung.