What can I put on my dog's painful paws for cold weather relief?

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Hi, temperatures outside are very cold- 0 to 21 below zero. Our 15 yr old siberian husky black lab mix is experiencing painful difficulty going outside, lifting his paws as he walks. I had to go out and help him up a few steps on the deck. We plan to order some boots. Is there any medication or lotion we can put on his paws to help in the meantime? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | 14 years and 4 months old

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

If his paw pads seem irritated you could try Musher’s Secret. You might want to put baby socks on his paws (if he’ll tolerate them) until the boots come in when he’s going outdoors.

What can I put on my dog's painful paws for cold weather relief?

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