Your dog’s paws are exposed to a lot every day, including pavement, stones, grass, plants, and dirt, and paw pad injuries and infections can happen. It’s important to be aware of the risks and know ...

MEDICAL LAKE, Wash. - Love taking your dog for walks? In the summer, that could be far more dangerous than most pet owners realize. Medical Lake Veterinary Hospital in Medical Lake, Washington, issued ...

Caring for your furry friend goes beyond just regular feeding, taking them to the vet, and making time to play. And one of the most overlooked aspects of their health actually lies beneath their feet.

At first glance, cat and dog paws seem very different from human hands and feet. I talked about that with my friend Natasha Hottmann. She’s a veterinarian at Washington State University. She told me ...

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These paw pad balms could be great for dogs who are active outside and often find that their pads are worn or cracked. These areas of our beloved dogs’ paw pads are often without coverings so they ...