Clean your Dogs Paws

Did you know that paws can be a problematic area for dogs? No? Well just think about if for a moment. You know how your own feet feel after you have been running about all day and you have the benefit of having shoes on, or, at least I hope that you do. I think you can imagine though, how your poor feet would feel if you had been running around all day in nothing but your bare feet. Not only would your feet be rough and filthy, they would also be vulnerable to scratches and scrapes. Well, that is exactly what it is like for dogs, every day of their lives.

Yes, I know that dogs have been roaming the earth for thousands of years with their paws unprotected, but they have only recently been introduced to concrete, toxic chemical residue, hot asphalt and road salt, etc. And it is because of caustic elements like these that many dogs suffer from paw discomfort in the form of cracked pads and dry skin.

The best solution? A mixture of equal parts lanolin and petroleum jelly. By rubbing this mixture into your pet's paws it will not only moisturize the dry skin, it will also act as a barrier cream that can be used in the winter months to protect your dog from street salt. If your dog is unfortunate enough to suffer from paws are cracked add a teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide to the mix and it will help to heal the cracks while adding the extra benefit of helping to prevent any infection. And if doggy should decide to lick his/her wounds, don't worry. Both mixtures are 100% safe.