My dog licks paws raw, infected, even with Apoquel. What to do?

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For years, my dog has licked the pads of her paws raw. This year it has been the worst. We had to have her on antibiotics recently because one got infected. She also was prescribed steroids. She has been taking Apoquel for years but is there anything else we can? It gets really bad after she goes for a walk, but she desperately needs exercise. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 85 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

If this is related to allergies, you may want to consider allergy testing. This can be intradermal or blood testing. Once her allergies are known, she is given a special serum to help modify her immune system's response. This therapy has about an 80% success rate. I recommend to discuss this option with your veterinarian. Protect the paws from trauma (you may consider dog booties) and have her examined as much as needed. An elizabethan collar will also help prevent licking which can make things worse. Best of luck.

My dog licks paws raw, infected, even with Apoquel. What to do?

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