Should I put anything on my dog's paw pads?
Leonor West
2025-08-25 11:01:16
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If it would hurt the soles of your feet to walk across the hot tarmac of a car park in summer, it can also be uncomfortable for your dog – and may lead to blistering on their soles. If this happens, you should wash their paws gently in an antibacterial wash or warm salty water and wrap in gauze in a figure eight pattern, with loops around the foot and ankle.
If you notice the soles of your dog’s paws are cracked or dry, then massage Vaseline into them. Alternatively there are special pad moisturisers which you can buy from pet shops that are specifically designed for the job.
The salt and de-icers used on roads and pavements can irritate your dog’s paws, so you should ensure you wash and moisturise their paws after they’ve been outside.
Small cuts can be treated by gently washing your dog’s feet with an antibacterial wash or warm salty water and applying a small bandage as per the advice for blisters above.
Caden Glover
2025-08-20 09:27:19
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Paw pads are specialized skin on the bottom of the foot.
They allow adequate pressure distribution for walking, jumping, and running while creating a strong protective barrier against the ground.
Footpads are susceptible to wear and tear, especially in extreme weather and new or different terrain conditions.
Paw pad burns can be prevented by avoiding extreme weather conditions.
Check surface temperatures before walking your dog.
Hot pavement should be avoided, as well as severe ice, snow, or areas with salt to melt ice.
Keep outside walks to a minimum during extreme weather.
Make sure to consistently exercise your dog on similar surfaces.
When introducing a new terrain, gradually build up their endurance and tolerance for that surface.
Hot pavement and rough surfaces or terrain should be avoided, especially when healing.
Dedrick Crist
2025-08-06 23:31:40
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If your dog’s paws get too dry, they can crack and bleed. Only use moisturizers that are meant for dogs. Dog booties may look a bit silly, but they’re great for protecting paws from ice, snow, salt, and de-icing chemicals. If your dog won’t wear booties, try applying Vaseline or a paw balm to their paws. These are good salt barriers. Don’t forget to wipe down their paws after being outdoors, even after short walks.
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