I have a tiny toy chihuahua puppy that has a lot of fur in the pads of her paws, someone told me that I needed to trim this or her paws will start to hurt, does anyone know if this is true?
2007-06-30 08:34:58 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
It is absolutely true! The fur can get matted and make her feet hurt. I use children's scissors with a blunt tip to avoid accidental injury. Trimming the feet only takes a few minutes and your dog will look and feel better too. If she fusses, go slow and be patient with her.
2007-06-30 08:40:43 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The fur, by itself should not cause discomfort, however it may trap debris and irritants such as dirt, ice, rock salt, poison ivy, etc. against the pad which may cause irritation. Rinsing her paws after being outside should prevent any problems, but be sure to dry them well, especially between the pads.
If she shows signs of discomfort, take her to your vet to trim the hair, especially the first time. Pads are a delicate area and there not a lot of room for error.
CPGreen
2007-06-30 08:42:51 · answer #2 · answered by CPGreen 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there is alot growth then yes, it can cause the pads to spread, which may cause changes in how she walks, and how her paws develop, sometimes causing discomfort or pain. If she is a short hair, you probablly don't need to do anything. If you do, it's quite simple, and because she is a puppy, you can get her use to it early, so she will be a lot easier to deal with. Hope this helps.
2007-06-30 08:43:00 · answer #3 · answered by kuffed_kitten82 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some dogs with long hair between their pads can get mats on their feet, which can be very uncomfortable. Some dogs with long hair between their toes never seem to have a problem with it. If you don't want to take her to a groomer, the safest way for you to trim the hair on the bottom of her feet at home is to stick your fingers between her toes and pull the hair up so that it sticks out. Then, very carefully, cut it so that it is even with the pads on her feet. Don't try to get the scissors down between her pads or you may accidentally cut her foot!
2007-06-30 08:41:05 · answer #4 · answered by ainawgsd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless the fur is getting matted or getting a lot of stuff stuck in it you really shouldn't have to worry about it. Your dog will start licking, chewing or possibly limping if there is any pain in the paws.
2007-06-30 08:43:57 · answer #5 · answered by kmarble4 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, even though my gog is large she gets a lot of fur between her pads. I keep her fur trimmed down all year round!
2007-06-30 08:40:03 · answer #6 · answered by luckford2004 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is true. The fur can turn into mats or pick up stickers, glass, thorns, etc which can be very painful. Its just good grooming.
2007-06-30 08:44:52 · answer #7 · answered by Mom of 3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont know if it is true. I think it may because the hair could get so long that it pulls on them when they walk. Because the dog is so little, take it to a groomers b/c they have experience with that. For my dogs i do it myself b/c they are bigger.
2007-06-30 08:40:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is true. It will turn his paw pads soft and they will not be able so stand cement and the normal wear and tear that they would otherwise be able to.
2007-06-30 08:45:15 · answer #9 · answered by driven 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont think it is true. i have a boarder collir and the hair on her paws is semi-long. i have had her for about four yearsand she seems to be in no pain. to be sure i would talk to the local vet.
2007-06-30 08:41:15 · answer #10 · answered by Olivia E 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋