My dog licks paws, has yellow/orange balls between claws. Should I worry?

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I have seen my dog licking his paws and on investigation I found very small yellow/Orange balls. They were deposited in the skin groove between the claws. It doesn't seem to bother him but wondered what they are? And if they need treating? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 12 lbs

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately your photo is a bit blurry and I cannot see the yellow/orange balls you are mentioning. It is possible that your dog has small fluid filled cysts in the skin here, or what we call a pustule which is like a white-head pimple in appearance and can look yellow due to pus under the skin. I would recommend a vet exam to be on the safe side as if an infection is present he may need antibiotic treatment.

My dog licks paws, has yellow/orange balls between claws. Should I worry?

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