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What can I put on my dog's dry, cracked paws from hot concrete?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Female | unspayed | 45 lbs

My dogs paws are dry and cracked, probably because of the hot concrete. What are some things I can put on them that will help my dog not have cracked paws

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on June 24th, 2019

Poor Sky! Sure to always touch the concrete to make sure it is not too hot as pets can get serious injury. Avoid walking Sky during the hot time of the day. Walk in the very early mornings or in the evenings after the temperature has dropped. Booties can help as well to protect her feet from hot temperatures. Also make sure she does not lick at the feet (have her wear an elizabethan collar at all times) and keep her on soft surfaces with no walks, running or jumping until the tissue is fully healed. You can apply a dab of coconut oil and rub it in well. Make sure she does not lick this as it can cause GI upset. You can also purchase the balm that mushers use on sled dogs. If the area does not start looking better or if it begins to look worse at any point, have her examined by the veterinarian. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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