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Is Vaseline safe and effective for my dog's dry or cracked paws?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 7 years and 11 months old | 95 lbs

Someone told me their vet said it is okay to use vaseline on their dogs feet. That it heals them plus it is non toxic

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Answered By Rodrigo Roca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 25th, 2019

Hello, thank you for your question about Dahlia. Vaseline is non-toxic to dogs and can help moisturize their feet/paw pads. If Dahlia has cuts or has traumatized her paw pads I would recommend having her seen by a veterinarian to ensure that they do not require more aggressive treatment with antibiotics. Hope this helps!

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