Why is my dog licking his paws and crying? What can I do now?

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I adopted a dog last month, he is constantly licking his paws now he is start to cry when he does it. He is a white poodle, when I got him the people told me two different reasons why the fur around his paws were a different color. They said it's because they live in the country and he is in red dirt, then they said it's because wherever they rescued him he was in a cage in his own mess. I really need help, I made I'm a vet appointment but what can I do to help him now, I feel he is in pain. Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Poodle | Male | neutered | 13 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

The most common cause for hair turning a rust color is from licking. Licking the feet is commonly caused by food allergies or atopy, though other possible causes include flea allergies and environmental allergies. The excessive licking can set up the skin for a yeast infection, which makes the licking worse and the cycle continues. You can try a medicated shampoo that works against yeast/fungus and having August wear an e-collar so he cannot continue to lick his paws. Once you get to the vet, they can further pinpoint the cause and treatment options so he can get more comfortable.

Why is my dog licking his paws and crying? What can I do now?

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