Will burnt paw pads heal on their own?
Lillian Stokes
2025-08-07 14:27:39
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Mild injuries may heal within 7-10 days, while severe burns and pad sloughing may require weeks to completely heal. Healing this area can be difficult, due to the high mobility and dirty nature of the wound. Dogs with burns should have their exercise restricted, and wounds should be monitored multiple times a day, if not in a bandage. Hot pavement and rough surfaces or terrain should be avoided, especially when healing. Fortunately, as long as your dog has plenty of time to recover, there are usually no long-term side effects or complications of paw pad burns. If a burn is severe, the pet should be taken to the veterinarian immediately for care. Commonly, hot concrete or pavement causes blisters on the pads that can fill with fluid and rupture a few days after the exposure.
Brandon Effertz
2025-08-07 11:12:31
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Burns can also be caused by chemicals. If your dog steps into a corrosive substance, hold the foot under running water for several minutes, then, wash the paw in mild soap and rinse thoroughly. Your veterinarian may recommend applying an antibiotic ointment to the burned foot pad and bandaging the paw. Daily bandage changes and close monitoring of the injury are important. If your dog licks at their feet or limps after a summer or winter stroll, soothe their pads by soaking the foot in room-temperature water. If the pads become discolored or if the tissue under the pad becomes exposed, contact your veterinarian. Severe burns must be treated by your veterinarian. Even minor foot pad injuries can be stubborn, so it is recommended that you take your dog to a veterinarian.
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