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Dog chewed off paw bandages. Is it okay or should I call vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Basenji | Female | spayed | 9 months and 8 days old | 35 lbs

My dog chewed off her bandages of her front two paws and her paws lol ok but, should I leave it alone or should I take her in?

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 24th, 2018

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your question. Judging from the picture you provided, the paws do not look that red and I see no visible wounds. I would say that it should be ok to leave the bandages off. If she is licking / chewing at the paws, I would recommend using the plastic cone around her head to prevent her from licking them and worsening the condition further. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

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