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Why is my dog chewing his paws? Is it a skin tag or something serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pekingese | Male | neutered | 17 lbs

My dog Petie always chews at his paws, is this a normal skin tag or something else? I do not know his age.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 19th, 2019

It looks benign but I cannot say that for certain without seeing Petie in person. His paws are obviously bothering them if he chews at them a lot. I'd have him checked out by a vet. By the way, he is so CUTE!

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