Dog scraped paw pad, licking it. Should I bandage or see a vet?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 4 years and 5 months old | 26 lbs
My dog has scraped his carpal pad not deep, but a small amount of skin has come off. He's not limping but he does keep licking it. We keep cleaning it, but does it need to be bandaged? Should he go to the vet?
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Published on April 9th, 2020
Yes, I'd have Milo seen by a vet to make sure it's not infected since he has been licking at it. Put a cone on him until you can get him into a vet. You can make one at home, and I will put a link below on how to do this: http://dogsaholic.com/care/homemade-dog-cone.html
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Published on October 9th, 2017
You do it have to wrap it. The best way to clean it with soap and water to flush any loose dirt and debris from the wounds you can pat it dry and place neosporin in it to prevent further dirt from getting in. You may need to get an ecollar to discourage licking as it is common for them to try to keep it clean themselves. If you notice a discharge or gets larger then you should get him seen
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