Your dog is a big part of your life and you take great pride in caring for him. How can you make sure his paws are getting the attention they need?

Your dog uses his paws each and every day and needs them to be kept in top shape. However, he can’t do this alone. While he may make an effort to stay out of harm’s way, he needs you to help him with this as well. He may not realize that an area he walked on last night may be too hot to walk over in the afternoon the next day, or that the trail he walked down with booties on will scratch up his paws without them. Looking after his paws and checking them over regularly will help you determine what action needs to be taken to help your pet stay comfortable. For more information, please contact your Oconomowoc, WI veterinarian.