My dog's paws are dry from snow. Can I use Vaseline to soften them?

Hi there and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Yes, you can use petroleum jelly on paw pads. This can help to moisturize the paw pads if they are dry or callused. Some dogs try to lick it off, however, so I would recommend being conservative with it and only apply a very thin amount. I hope this helps!

Sawyer may develop a bit of diarrhea and/or vomiting but it should resolve quickly. You can buy protective booties to use on walks or you can use a paw cream such as Musher's Secret. It is a safe cream for pets and works great. You can order it online or buy it at most pet stores.

Hello, thank you for your question about Dahlia. Vaseline is non-toxic to dogs and can help moisturize their feet/paw pads. If Dahlia has cuts or has traumatized her paw pads I would recommend having her seen by a veterinarian to ensure that they do not require more aggressive treatment with antibiotics. Hope this helps!

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. Vaseline is safe to use but if you want something more natural then the ResQ skin treatment is all natural and would be fine to use to apply to the paw pads until resolved. If the paw pads begin to look swollen or show any signs of infection (pus, etc.) then I would recommend having Snowball examined by a veterinarian so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

The problem with vaseline is that if Tasha licks it off, it will cause GI upset in the form of vomiting and diarrhea. Due to that, I would not recommend using it, and instead would use the Invisible Boot cream.

Hello, I am sorry to hear about Paris. To help with her dry and cracked paws I would recommend applying a small amount of Vaseline or similar product. Although this is quite safe, I would recommend trying to prevent Paris from licking at the Vaseline. It will also be helpful to discourage licking in general. It may also be helpful to try and keep Paris away from rough surfaces such as gravel. You could try to purchase protective booties while these injuries heal. If at any point in time you notice a discharge or odor from the paws, please have Paris seen by a veterinarian. Hope this helps, good luck!

Hello. We need to know why Max's feet are dry & cracked. This could indicate a bacterial or even a fungal cause. Until you can have him evaluated, you can wash his feet in a skin antiseptic like Hibiclens ( available at all pharmacies ), dry well & then apply a very light coating of Vaseline. Try to do this at least 1-2 times a day. If no response within a couple of weeks, do see your veterinarian for further recommendations. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.