My dog's paw pad is sore. What are the best at-home treatments?

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My dog has a sore on his paw pad, is there anything I can do at home to treat it? Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Male | 3 years and 3 months old

Stacey Anstaett, DVM · Accepted Answer

Try soaking it in some warm water with Epsom salt if he will allow it-- this is easiest to do by putting the water and epsom salt in a plastic bag and putting his paw into the plastic bag. If you can do this for about 10 minutes or so, that may help if he has any debris , sticker, grass seed, etc that is embedded in the skin. If he is licking at it, be sure to put an Ecollar (cone of shame) on him. Dry it with a towel then allow to air dry, then you can use this product on it: If it is not improving within a couple of days, take him in to your vet. Thanks for asking PetCoach!

My dog's paw pad is sore. What are the best at-home treatments?

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