My senior dog's paw pad is swollen and cracking. What's the cause?

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My 12year old dog developed a swollen and now slightly cracking pawpad. What could it be? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

That could be due to a trauma on the paw (causing a muscle or bone injury) or severe osteoarthrosis which now is developing a proper inflammatory reaction. I would strongly suggest to have Mopsu checked by your veterinarian and have appropriate treatment given (based most likely on anti-inflammatory medications).

My senior dog's paw pad is swollen and cracking. What's the cause?

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