Imagine what your feet would feel like if you had to walk outside barefoot during the winter. This is the case for our pets\u2019 paws, and although their paw pads are pretty tough, they can become raw, chapped, cracked, and painful during the winter. Consider the following tips to keep your pet\u2019s paws comfortably conditioned during the colder months of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Paw balm is kind of like lip balm, but it\u2019s specially formulated to be safe for your dog\u2019s paws. It isn\u2019t toxic or dangerous if they lick it off, but it will keep your pet\u2019s paw pads moisturized and conditioned to help prevent chapping, cracking, and bleeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your dog will probably require a bit of training before they get used to walking with booties or socks covering their paws, but these are by far the best way to protect your pet\u2019s paws from the elements in the winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be sure to thoroughly wash and dry your pet\u2019s paws after they go outside. The salt and deicers that are used to protect us from slipping on the ice contain toxins that are very dangerous for pets. If left on their paws, they could accidentally ingest poison when they lick it off of their paws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ice edges can be sharp and easily cut a dog\u2019s paws. Do your best to prevent your dog from running or walking over icy areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keeping your pet\u2019s nails trimming isn\u2019t just important in the winter; it\u2019s essential year-round for maintaining proper posture and healthy pain-free paws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When your furnace runs during the winter, the humidity in your home can drop significantly. Maintaining a slightly humid interior can help your pet\u2019s paws stay soft and comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our veterinarians at Capital Home Veterinary Care encourage you to help your pets put their best paws forward for the new year by scheduling their next wellness and preventative care appointment. To learn more about our mobile veterinary clinic and the services we offer or to schedule your pet\u2019s next house call veterinary exam, we welcome you to contact us today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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