Are you supposed to moisturize dogs

You should moisturize your dog's paw pads if they are cracked, peeling or too dry. Avoid using human lotions or moisturizers and stick with products made specifically for canine paws. Be careful not to overdo it — if your dog already has soft paw pads, moisturizing them can make them more susceptible to tearing or ripping when they walk on rough surfaces. When paws are becoming dry if you moisturise them then you will prevent cracking, this can help prevent cuts forming which can mean your dog is more susceptible to infection. Moisturising the paws is not the only way you can help your dogs paws but it can be a useful product, as well as preventing cracking, if the paw is cracked they can help the paw heal. Paw pads appear differently depending on your dog's activity. A dog that does more walking on different surfaces will have tough paws, a dog at home more may have slightly softer paws. The tough paws are not necessarily the ones that need moisturising, and neither are soft. Both tough and soft paws can become dry and it's important to check paws regularly to know if they may need hydrating.

Unfortunately, you can’t just use human lotions on canines because they may contain harmful chemicals and ingredients. Plus, dogs are likely to lick topical treatments off of their noses and paws, so any skin-soothing product you use has to be 100% dog-safe. Luckily, there are plenty of dog-safe products on the market to treat dry, irritated skin. From dog-specific salves to supermarket staples, it’s never been easier to find something that works for your dog. All of these products contain dog-safe ingredients, meaning it’s okay if your dog takes a little lick. But even the dog-friendliest oils can lead to an upset tummy if over-ingested.