My dog has painful, swollen, infected paw holes. What can I do?

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My dog got tiny holes in his paws and it's because of infection. Can't go to the vets because of lockdown. What to do now?? Pain redness and swelling. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | 40 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

Vets are still seeing pets for serious issues or medical emergencies, so it is a good idea to contact yours to see if you can get Gabber in for care and started on some antibiotics as needed. Until you can, keeping the wounds clean and dry and trimming back the fur and using an antiseptic such as a chlorhexidine or antiseptic cleaner can help reduce debris in the wound. You will also want to put an Elizabethan (cone) collar on Gabber to keep him from licking his paws to help reduce irritation and inflammation.

My dog has painful, swollen, infected paw holes. What can I do?

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