What Causes Dry Dog Paws and How to Treat Them
                     What Causes Dry Dog Paws and How to Treat Them
Taking care of your 
dog’s paws is as 
essential as taking 
care of your own. 
Dogs don’t wear 
shoes like we do, so 
the condition of 
their paws may 
indicate the state of 
their health. After 
going outside and 
being exposed to 
different surfaces, 
as well as landing 
on different 
flooring, a dog’s 
paws can dry out 
and crack.
Allergic reactions:
Just like humans, 
dogs can suffer 
from 
environmental 
allergies. But with 
their bare paws in 
constant contact 
with allergens, 
they are more 
susceptible to the 
irritating effects 
of allergens than 
we are. This can 
lead to licking and 
chewing at their 
paws in an 
attempt to ease 
the itch, making 
their paws dry 
and flaky.
Excessive licking:
Some dogs lick their 
paws excessively, 
drying up the skin 
and causing cracks. 
Moisture can form 
between their toes, 
leading to yeast or 
bacterial infections.
Dry air:
A heater works by reducing the moisture in the air. When this happens, the air becomes 
dry. Dry air can cause your dog’s paws to become dry and cracked.
Rough surfaces:
When you walk your dog on non-smooth surfaces, such as sand, rocky terrain, or concrete 
sidewalks, the bottoms of their feet may get scraped and cracked.
Winter conditions:
Winter elements such as snow, sleet, and ice can all contribute to dry dog paws. While your 
dog is undoubtedly happy to run around in the snow and play in the cold weather, it’s 
important to remember that all those elements can cause dryness by drying out the pads of 
their paws.
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