When we think of pet health, specifically dog health, only a few things come to mind. Diet, exercise, teeth, and maybe shots & vaccinations. Usually, the last things you think about are your pets’ feet! But, paw health is just as important as taking care of the rest of your dog’s body. Here’s how to do it, from the ilovedogssite:
Trimming- the nails should barely skim the ground. Clicking around everywhere= bad
Cracked pads- Pads do crack and bleed if they get too dry. Use a moisturizer specifically for dogs.
Summertime- don’t let dogs walk on extremely hot surfaces- stick to grass!
Wintertime- Excessive exposure to cold weather could cause paw pads to dry out. This will lead to pads becoming chapped and cracking.