What can I do for my dog's yeasty paws before seeing the vet?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | English Mastiff | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 5 months old | 145 lbs
My dog has yeast in her paws, I believe. What are some good at home remedies to tame the reproduction of it until we can get to the vet?
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Published on April 14th, 2018
Good question. I recommend washing and soaking her feet in an antifungal shampoo, or a dilute iodine solution (that may cause fur discoloration). I would do this once daily for a week or so. If it’s not improving please take her on for an exam. They may do skin cytology to determine if it’s yeast only or if there is bacteria or mites adding to the problem. Then they can give the appropriate oral medication to clear this up. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Roxy.
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Published on June 5th, 2017
Poor Rusty. When you bathe him make sure to let his feet soak in the lather up 15-30 minutes. This will allow for the best penetration of the shampoo. Make sure your vet knows he's not improving. I don't know why medications have been tried but sometime oral antifungal medications are needed for persistent yeast. If your vet has tried all of the basic treatments it may be time to ask for referral to a dermatologist for a full skin workup.
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