How to treat a dog's paw cut and stop them from licking it?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 2 years and 5 months old | 65 lbs
What’s the best way to treat the cut on my dog’s paw? We’ve been spraying it with the skin spray (pictured), bandages and wraps and doing our best to keep him from licking it. The inflatable donut was ineffective so we’ll pick up a cone today. Thanks in advance!
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Published on July 29th, 2019
An e-collar (cone) will go a long way in aiding in healing. Keep it on until the wound is completely healed. Limit activity to just leash walks for elimination. Avoid excessive running jumping or rough play. Vetericyn Plus spray (https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/dog/dog-health-and-wellness/vetericyn-plus-wound-and-skin-care-for-dogs ) may also speed healing. You can find it in the local Petco.
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Published on July 15th, 2018
I don't really think a vet visit is needed at this stage. You will however, need to keep him from licking it by either using a cone collar or a bandage. If you bandage it be sure not to make it too tight. Hopefully he won't chew it off and then eat the bandage! I recommend the cone collar instead. A bandage will keep the wound moist which will delay healing. Keep it uncovered and using the cone will help it heal faster. When you get a cone, be sure it is long enough to go past the end of his nose otherwise he will still be able to lick it. As long as he licks it, it won't heal and may end up getting infected. This soft collar is nice: ( https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/dog/dog-health-and-wellness/dog-ecollars/all-four-paws-tan-comfy-cone-5000727--1 ) I would apply this liquid bandage to it once a day to protect it. Apply it and wait til it dries (just a minute or so) before you put the foot back down. ( https://www.walmart.com/ip/New-Skin-Liquid-Bandage-0-3-OZ/143805486 ) Hope this helps. Best wishes.
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Published on January 26th, 2017
Place an e-collar (cone) on Flaggie to prevent further licking. You may need to have her examined by your veterinarian to treat or prevent infection. You can't apply anything without an e-collar or she will simply lick it off. A protective bootie or bandage may be necessary to allow the area to heal.
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Published on May 8th, 2017
Place an e-collar (cone) on her to prevent further licking. This alone may be enough to allow healing. If the skin is broken though, she may need antibiotics. You will need to have Nemmy examined by your veterinarian to have antibiotics dispensed. In the meantime, limit Nemmy's activity if possible. Avoid walking her on rough surfaces until she is healed. You may need to buy protective booties for her to prevent future injury.
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Published on April 3rd, 2018
Hi, thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. This wound may be able to heal without any big intervention. Be sure that Kanye cannot lick the wound, which will likely require an ecollar (lampshade collar). Keep it clean and dry. It may need bandaging to keep it clean and dry which may be best at vet clinic the first time to help teach you how to keep it bandaged. If he seems painful, it may be best to go to the vet so he can get pain medications. DO NOT give any human OTC pain medications to dogs. Be sure any bandage is not too tight and change immediately if it becomes wet or dirty. It can take longer for wounds to heal by second intention but paw pads often are left open like this to heal. Keep watch that there is no discharge or odor to the wound indicating infection. If you need to clean it, use gental stream of lukewarm water. I don't recommend any soaps or topical ointment. I hope Kanye heals quickly!
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