My senior dog's paws are cracked and swollen. How to relieve pain?

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She is having problems with her paws cracking open and swelling. She can't get up & walk bc they fold under and she's crying & whining. What can I do for her pain? She's old but I can't put her down yet. Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 85 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Nala! I would look into "Snout Soother" for her paws or something similar to help soften her paw pads. Since she is in so much pain, I would have your vet take a look at her. She is likely going to need a pain medicine with an anti-inflammatory in it to make her comfortable. Your vet will also be able to make sure her paw pads aren't infected or have something more serious going on like an auto-immune disorder. I would not give her any human pain meds as most are toxic to dogs. I would also start her on a joint supplement like dasuquin or flexadin to help lubricate her joints. I hope this helps!

My senior dog's paws are cracked and swollen. How to relieve pain?

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