What is the best thing for dogs paws in the winter?
Tia Hickle
2025-08-01 10:39:34
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Dogs have some clever ways to prevent their feet from freezing, but there are also other hazards out there for winter paws. Dogs' paws are adapted for cold weather. In low temperatures, complex mechanisms are triggered affecting the blood vessels in a dog’s legs and paws. Blood flow to the legs increases and the blood vessels in the pads dilate to carry more blood. Under the skin in the paw pads, many arteries and veins can connect directly to one another, and networks of veins carry the warm blood that’s come from the arteries. When your dog comes in from a walk, you can rinse their paws in warm water and blot them dry with a towel. You might like to apply a little paw butter or paw balm afterwards, to moisturise them and prevent cracking. You could always consider getting your dog a set of boots to wear during icy and snowy weather. Be sure that they fit correctly and dry them out properly between each use.
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