They are not raw, but just really rough. She enjoys running around in parks, and beside Rollerblades, Bikes, etc. Is there anyway I can stop them from being so rough?
2007-08-10 05:31:23 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Sorry, i did not mean for it to be a stupid question.. But I was just worried it might be a bad thing for them to be so rough.
2007-08-10 05:39:49 · update #1
I use a littl bit of vasline on their paw pads when I bath them...then add a bit of baby power on top...just a little bit to make them softer. Great question. Have a great weekend.
2007-08-10 06:37:32 · answer #1 · answered by Patti 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well they are supposed to be like that, but if you want them to be less rough for a while without them affecting her.. You can dip them in warm water. It really works.
Leave them in the water for about 30 - 60 seconds each and then dry them off a bit. Your dogs will be smoother, and not so dry. Later in the day they will become more rough, but the pads will still feel better.
2007-08-10 13:12:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
There is a product called Paw Pro
quick spray protects your dog's bare paws from salt, ice balls and snow clumping. Developed and proven in Canada where the winters can be fearsome, Paw Pro is a non-toxic spray that prevents ice and snow build-up between a dog's paw pads...and even prevents snowballs from accumulating on the legs and belly. This gentle "lick safe" blend contains two effective natural water repellentslanolin and sunflower oiland even prevents road salt from penetrating the pads and causing irritation. It works better than expensive dog booties that slip off and make walking difficult. Works on the belly, too...even improves coat sheen. If your dog is short or does not shed, he will be prone to accumulating snowballs on his underbelly. Spray with Paw Pro, then gently rub to ensure even better coverage. By the end of your walk, most of the spray will have been absorbed into the pads and fur contributing to coat sheen and acting as a natural moisturizer for the pads. Any excess spray can be easily wiped off with a dry cloth. It contains no petroleum-based products, so your pet can safely lick off the small amount left on the paws or fur. Veterinarian-approved; non-toxic, contains no preservatives or fragrances. No animals were harmed in its production. 4-oz. spray bottle.
2007-08-10 12:36:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
That is normal callus. It protects their pads against minor damage, much as your feet would do if you were barefoot all of the time.
I don't know that you really want to have that protective layer disappear unless you are willing to put dog shoes (Husky sled dogs do wear them) on her.
If so, every five to seven days give her a gentle pedicure with pumice, follow up with Vaseline, then place some baby socks over her feet. In about a month, viola, no callus!
Good luck.
2007-08-10 12:41:55 · answer #4 · answered by Spots^..^B4myeyes 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
They're supposed to be rough to protect them from hurting while she runs around. If you want to pet her soft paws, try the fur ;)
2007-08-10 12:56:56 · answer #5 · answered by a gal and her dog 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hehehe
Dog paws are supposed to be that way. When we humans go barefoot alot, the bottoms of our feet get tougher and calloused. This protects our feet (same with dogs and their paw pads)
Don't worry, it's a normal (and good!) thing.
2007-08-10 12:44:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You would not want them any other way. A dog with soft pads, like a little puppy, is more prone to injuring them. No, rough pads are just fine.
2007-08-10 12:38:12 · answer #7 · answered by Maureen G 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Yes here is a way, that happend to my dog(JoJo) she had really rough paw pads, we took her to the vet(they did somthing) and still kinda had rough paw pads, but they got better... so take your dog to the Vet, and its paw pads will get better,... trust me!
Love,
Sarah
2007-08-10 12:45:15 · answer #8 · answered by Sarah 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is not a stupid question at all. My dogs have the same problem. It would be easy, if there was a cream available for them. The only suggestion I have is Olive Oil, if they lick it of their paws at least it is non toxic. Good Luck.
2007-08-10 12:44:54 · answer #9 · answered by mahli 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If she didn't have rough pads her paws would be unprotected and walking would be uncomfortable for her. Imagine how you would feel running around in bare feet!
2007-08-10 12:36:41 · answer #10 · answered by Wise ol' poodle groomer 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋