What happens if a dog burns their paws?
Gustave Carroll
2025-08-10 08:53:52
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If your dog has burnt their paws then contact your local vet immediately. If your dog has burnt pads from walking on hot surfaces, you may not be able to see the burns straightaway. However, your dog may seem uncomfortable, they may be lame, or they may lick at their paws or become upset if you try to look at them. After a short time, the surface of the pads often starts to look patchy and you might even see pink blisters or areas of inflammation in dogs with pale pads. The tough, outer surface of the pads then dies off and you’ll see flaps of skin start to peel or lift away from the pads, leaving a soft under-layer. Your vet may treat your dog’s burnt pads in the same way as sunburn and they may advise that your dog wears dressings or dog boots until their pads have healed. During their recovery, keep your dog on cool, comfortable surfaces and keep their wounds clean. It takes a while for the soft, underlying tissue to adapt and perform the job needed for the surface of the pads.
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