My dog has a paw sore that won't heal. What OTC options are safe?

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My dog has a sore on his upper paw , at first I thought I was caused from him keep locking the spot, he's had this before but on the Base of his tail, which I treated with antiseptic cream but this time doesn't seem to be clearing up. I was wondering if there's any over the counter ointments which I could buy ? Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 4 months old

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

The pictures look like the issue might be beyond just the surface of the skin. It could be caused by a range of things, such as bacterial or fungal infection, allergies, obsessive compulsive disorder, pain in the paw or joint underneath, etc. It is probably best to have Lewis checked out by a vet. If there is an infection, or antibiotics will likely work better than a topical antibiotic. Until he sees the vet, you need to prevent him from licking, since licking will make infection worse and will significantly delay healing no matter the cause. You can try to cover the wound with a sock or other garment, or have Lewis wear an e-collar.

My dog has a paw sore that won't heal. What OTC options are safe?

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