This is how you take care of your dog's pads

This is how you take care of your dog's pads
Salmon oil, Omega3 and Kelp are supplements that promote strong foot pads.
Preventing and promoting strong pads is preferable, especially when winter is approaching or if you know that there will be a period where the paws will be exposed to extra wear and tear. Fish oil is preferred, we have Salmon oil from the Swedish DjurApoteket which promotes skin, fur, claws and foot pads. We recommend starting at least 1 month before the salt hits the roads or before the summer's hottest period and hot asphalt. If your dog or cat cannot tolerate salmon, we would recommend Omega3 from the Swedish DjurApoteket, which promotes skin, foot pads, claws, fur and cardiovascular health. Both of these supplements contain Omega3 which promotes cells, skin, coat, heart and above all paws and foot pads. Just like us humans, dogs can also be deficient in certain vitamins, which is why we have dog vitamins for your dog!
Kelp from the Swedish DjurApoteket promotes fur, claws, footpads and pigmentation and is a supplement that helps your animal maintain a higher resistance to infections. The supplement is made from tuber seaweed powder and has a number of promoting properties such as improved coat, stronger claws and foot pads, maintains good digestion while the supplement promotes a higher resistance to infections. We would recommend starting with the supplement about 1 month before the salt hits the roads, the hot asphalt in the summer or before the active period where the tread pads are exposed to a lot. Kelp boosts from within and is a food supplement for dogs and cats. Here are some reviews we received from our customers about Kelp:
Here's how you can promote strong and healthy foot pads:
Washing and drying – Pads that are dry and cracked need to be treated carefully as it hurts. If the paws are damp or have been exposed to salt from the roads, dry the paws and tread pads carefully. The salt can have corrosive effects so be careful. Take a damp cloth and wipe off, preferably combine with an ointment afterwards. The ointment WashBar Paw Balm – Kanuka + repair is a paw balm that helps relieve, repair, moisturize and nourish the pads of the feet.
Cut the paws – It is important to cut the fur between the paw pads and not just the claws. Long fur between the tread pads can collect dirt, gravel and ice formations which can result in pain. It is normal for your dog to have hair between the paw pads, but too long hair that tangles can start to chafe and cause sores. Lighter dirt and gravel can create abrasions. Snow, ice and salt can stick and create icing. If you don't know how to cut the hair, go to a dog groomer who can help you.
Shoes or socks - Do you have your dog jumping on three legs during the walk? This may be due to a cold. Blood circulation can be inhibited and then it becomes difficult to stand on your own two feet. What you can do when this happens is to massage the paws gently to get the blood circulation going. How can you prevent cold sores in the paws? Put a suitable shoe or sock on the dog when it is coldest and saltiest on the roads. Does your dog have difficulty walking in socks or shoes? Then use a greasy ointment for tread pads instead.
This is how you take care of your dog's pads.
If your dog has a severely damaged foot pad, always consult a veterinarian.
Corns can take a long time to heal. Protect with bandages outdoors to prevent worse infection.