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My dog keeps licking his red, pimply paws. What can I put on them?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Puggle | Male | neutered | 2 years and 8 months old | 25 lbs

I noticed my 2 1/2 year old puggle licking his paws like crazy lately. I decided to check and see what has him licking them. I found pimple like things and and in between his pads were really red. Is there anything to put on his paws to help?

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

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Published on July 26th, 2018

Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! The paw pads do appear a bit red to me from the pictures. You can try an Epsom Salt bath for his paws 2-3 times daily for 5-10 mins. If you notice no improvement or if they worsen, he may need to see his veterinarian for an exam and antibiotics or other medications as needed.

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