My dog's paw is swollen, red, and bleeding. What should I do now?

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Hello! My dog has a strange growth type thing on her back paw which is connected to the large bad on the bottom of her paw. It is swollen, red and bleeding. I have seen her lick it a couple times and it has been there for a week now and is not showing any sign of healing or going away so we are calling the vet. What could this be? Is there anything I should be doing until I see the vet? Thanks for your help. Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Female | spayed | 5 years and 6 months old | 55 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Bella! Based on your pictures that isn't a growth but a paw pad abrasion. I see it when the dog runs too much on asphalt or tennis courts chasing balls and skidding. I have seen multiple feet and multiple pads affected and peel like blisters. They heal quickly by preventing licking with an E-collar, soaking in Epsom salts, oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatories. I wish you and Bella the best!

My dog's paw is swollen, red, and bleeding. What should I do now?

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