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What to do if my dog's paw pads are peeling and painful from cement?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 2 years old | 52 lbs

My dog was running a lot on cement today at the park and now she has large chunks of her paw pads peeling. She seems to be in pain because she won't put much weight on it

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Answered By Rebecca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 6th, 2017

Ouch. Poor Skye. Paw pad burns can certainly happen on concrete in the summer. If she is very painful or a large area of the pad is missing she needs to see a veterinarian. If it's moderate you can clean with gentle warm water, apply antibiotic ointment and bandage her feet. Do not give any otc pain medication. If she is painful take her to a vet for prescription medication. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/first-aid-for-torn-or-injured-foot-pads-in-dogs

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