My dog's paws are red and irritated from licking. What should I do?

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My dogs paws are red and irritated. He has been licking at them and I'm not sure why. What over the counter creams can I use to treat this? I have a 3 way ointment and Terramycin that I bought for a previous eye infection. Can this be helpful for his paws if it's an infection since it's an antibiotic? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 8 months old | 17 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

These look to be inflamed and irritated not infected so antibiotics are unlikely to cure and may make the condition worse if the underlying cause is not addressed. Allergies, mites and yeast overgrowth would be quite common and I recommend a vet check to determine the best possible action

My dog's paws are red and irritated from licking. What should I do?

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