Paw Care: Well Kept Dog Paws Through Road Salt, Mud and Summer Heat
Road salt, mud and hot tarmac take their toll on paws. With paw cleaner, care oil and a trimmer you keep them clean, supple and healthy all year.
BALLISTOL Animal Care Oil for Paw, Skin & Coat Care
Content: 0.1 Litre (€82.40 / 1 Litre)
Regular price: From €8.24
Kerbl Pet Paw Cleaner Spray for Dogs with Chamomile and Jojoba Oil, 500 ml
Content: 0.5 Litre (€15.40 / 1 Litre)
Regular price: €7.70
Kerbl Pet Manual Paw Cleaner for Dogs and Cats, green, Size M - L
Variants from €7.70
Regular price: €8.79 Paw Care: Sure Footed in Any Weather
Your dog's paws carry it over tarmac, gravel, grass and snow. The pads take quite a beating along the way: road salt dries them out, mud gets stuck between the toes and in summer the tarmac can get really hot. With a paw cleaner, a little care oil and a small trimmer for the paw hair, you make sure your dog stays comfortable on its feet in every season.
Cleaning and Caring
After a walk, a quick look at the paws is well worth it. A paw cleaning spray with chamomile and jojoba loosens dirt and salt residue without you having to wash the paws every time. Then dry them well with a towel, including between the toes. If the pads are dry or cracked, a mild care oil such as Ballistol Animal makes them supple again. In winter you can rub it into the pads before the walk to protect them from road salt.
Trimming Paw Hair
Many dogs grow long hair between their pads. Snow, burrs and dirt collect there, the hair mats and the dog slips more easily on smooth floors. With a small detail trimmer such as the Oster Mini or the Wahl Pico, you can safely trim the hair down to the level of the pads. The narrow blade fits easily between the toes without injuring the skin. A dog grooming box brings together the most important helpers for grooming.
Frequently asked questions
What helps with cracked paw pads?
Clean the paws after walks, dry them well and care for them regularly with a mild oil. In winter, a thin layer applied before going out protects against road salt. If the cracks are deep, bleed or your dog keeps licking them, see your vet.
How hot is too hot for paws on tarmac?
In summer, simply place the back of your hand on the ground for a few seconds. If that feels uncomfortable for you, it's too hot for your dog's paws too. On hot days, go out early in the morning or in the evening and choose grass or shady paths.
Why does my dog keep licking its paws?
Often there's something harmless behind it, such as dirt, a small foreign body between the toes or boredom. But if the licking continues, the skin is red or there's a smell, an infection or allergy may be the cause. Then have the paws checked by your vet.
Paw Care for Your Dog
Healthy paws are the basis for every good walk. With the paw cleaning spray containing chamomile and jojoba, you remove dirt and road salt quickly and gently after a walk, even when you're short of time. The mild Ballistol Animal care oil keeps the pads supple and helps when they become dry and cracked in winter or after long hikes. For long hair between the pads there are small detail trimmers such as the Oster Mini and the Wahl Pico, which let you safely trim matted paw hair and give your dog a firm grip on smooth floors again. A dog grooming box brings together handy helpers for daily care. If you take a quick look at the paws after every walk, you'll spot small cracks or foreign bodies early and can act in good time before they cause your dog any trouble.