My dog licks his paw raw, causing open sores. What is it and how to help?

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My dog, Max, has been getting these weird open spots where there’s no fur and over time they get bigger and I’ve heard it from him licking his paws so we try to watch him and tell him no when he does but we all are busy during the day and when we see clear stuff or puss come out of it then we a spray we got to help wounds and infections oh animals then we take a Cotton ball or gaze pad and tape his paw, but then he ends up licking it and it comes off. What is it and what can we do to help it? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Based on the picture it could either be something called acral lick granuloma it it could be some sort of tumor. Acral lick granulomas are deep infections that usually require oral antiantibiotics and sometimes steroids and you have to break the lick cycle. I would highly encourage you to have him evaluated by your veterinarian soon. Once there is a diagnosis you can make a treatment plan. Best of luck and I hope he improves soon, Thank you for using Pet Coach.

My dog licks his paw raw, causing open sores. What is it and how to help?

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