Do dog paw injuries heal on their own?
Though your dog's paw pads are extremely tough, they can still be injured. But don't panic. With car Read More
Should dogs not go on walks if their paw pad is ripped?
Raven Nienow
2025-08-27 05:33:17
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A layer of her pad peeled off at the dog park.
Time to go to a vet?
Lane Denesik
2025-08-16 07:39:25
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Keep your dog’s activity level low during the healing process to avoid reopening the wound, and always follow your veterinarian’s advice. With proper care, minor cuts and abrasions typically heal within 7-10 days. More severe injuries may take longer, sometimes up to several weeks. Use non-stick sterile gauze pads to cushion the bottom of your dog's cut paw pad. This will absorb any blood and help decrease your dog's pain when walking on the foot. If the bleeding does not slow and stop once the gauze and bandage have been applied, it's time to visit the vet for further care. Your dog's feet play an essential role in their day-to-day life and must be in tip-top condition to help keep them fit and happy.
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Olaf Hartmann
2025-08-09 05:52:55
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If your dog hurts his foot pads, healthy foot pads are crucial, so injuries need prompt attention. A torn foot pad does not hold stitches well, so cuts and punctures take longer to heal. Walking on the injured foot often opens the wound and further delays healing.
Apply a bandage to contain the wound. Use non-adherent gauze pads to cushion the bottom of the foot and absorb blood. The gauze padding will also decrease the pain of walking on the foot.
Control bleeding by applying pressure to the wound with a clean towel. Minor tears will stop bleeding in a matter of minutes, but deeper wounds take longer to stabilize. Also, bleeding may reoccur when your dog puts pressure on the foot.
If the bleeding continues or the wound continues to bleed or gapes open after three days, visit your veterinarian who can provide antibiotics and pain medication to promote faster healing.
Eddie Rippin
2025-08-09 05:37:33
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Only walk the dog on leash, and limit running and jumping inside as well. An injured dog needs rest. If the cut goes all the way through the tough pad and into the softer tissue beneath, it will be painful and likely bleed. Your dog’s paw pad will regrow, but this takes time. Use a bootie or other paw protection when going for long walks or running and call it a day if your dog appears sore. Even once the pad has sealed over, it can take months for the keratin layer to return to its normal strength. Most of these injuries can be managed at home, but if your dog has a deep cut in the pad that is bleeding, she should be seen by a veterinarian.
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Letha McKenzie
2025-08-09 01:22:57
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He didn't show any signs of pain while we were out but started limping when we got home. He seems ok with staying in at the moment. He runs and bounces constantly when out so I am afraid he may split it open again if I take him out too soon. He does seem to be putting weight on it sometimes. I dont think it will be long before that wears off.