Healthy Dog Paws

But as tough as they are paw pads are not made of armor.

Healthy dog paws.

A dog s paw is made up of skin bone tendons ligaments blood supply and connective tissue. Depending on how your dog s paw problems manifest they can show signs of health issues ranging from allergies and infections to exposure and injuries. The pads are tough cushioned and can take a lot of punishment. A dog s paws are designed to protect the bones of his feet and while the pads may be tough they can be affected with common problems and conditions.

Over 1 000 000 donated so far to homeless pets. Allergies itchy irritated skin can cause the dog to chew or bite at his feet worsening the inflammation and making the skin bleed. When you check the pads look for punctures or cuts from thorns or sharp objects. Healthy paws was started to help pet parents handle the expense of pets veterinary treatments.

Additionally healthy paws had a mission to help animal rescue organizations care for the many sick pets that come into their care. The pads of your dog s paws are designed to protect the bones of his paws. To fulfill this promise we started our foundation in 2009. Dogs have some sensitivity to hot and cold but they build up a tolerance much quicker than we do says greg hammer dvm and former president of the avma in dover delaware.

Since dog paws are not completely covered in hair they provide a place for health issues to reveal themselves to you and your vet.