My dog's paw pads are red, flaky, irritated after playing. Allergy?

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My 7 month old Boston Terrier names Beans spent a lot of time playing out in the yard this morning with us, and he just came and laid on my lap when I noticed the skin around his paw pads on each foot is red and flaky and irritated. I’m worried he’s having an allergic reaction! Pet's info: Dog | Boston Terrier | Male | unneutered | 7 months and 1 day old | 12 lbs

Sarah Box, BVSc · Accepted Answer

Beans-I love that name!! It certainly does look like Beans is having some sort of reaction. It is difficult to tell from the pictures if this is something that has just developed (an acute issue) or if it has been going on for a while. You can gently bathe Beans' paws with warm water incase he is experiencing a contact reaction to something outside. If the redness and irritation continues I would recommend having Beans seen by your regular veterinarian. They will be able to perform a thorough physical exam and discuss some other options with you. An allergy to something in the environment (such as grasses, dust etc) or a food allergy would be high on the list. Some environmental allergies can be managed with medications such as antihistamines and steroids, some also respond to special allergy injections. Food allergies can also manifest as skin issues (itchy, red feet is a common symptom) and can be managed through changes in diet.

My dog's paw pads are red, flaky, irritated after playing. Allergy?

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