There are different breeds of dogs that have been designed and created to be pets, more resistant animals to run, hunt and perform heavier exercises. And, dogs because they are animals that like to run, jump and play, it is necessary to reinforce some care that we have to have daily and that often end up going unnoticed by the guardians.
The legs are essential for the dog to lean and move among the most diverse types of places and terrains.However, sometimes these areas do not receive due attention from the guardians and a small problem can end up becoming a more serious problem, bringing a lot of discomfort to dogs.
- Are you curious? So keep reading about Animal Expert to find out what care should be given to the dog’s paws and follow our tips.
The basic tip is that your dog’s nails are always the right size to avoid further accidents. The rule is that the length should be such that the nail touches its tip with the ground, so if they are too big, they can bring a lot of discomfort to the dog.
You can even cut your dog’s nails with dog-friendly tongs, which vary by breed size, however, it is necessary to be careful with this procedure, since there is a blood vessel inside the nail, and if it is cut., can bleed a lot. Follow these tips for cutting a dog’s nails in Animal Expert.
If you are unsure about performing this procedure yourself, when you bring your dog to the pet store, ask the professional to keep your dog’s nails trimmed at all times.
The professional, when cutting the nails, must also cut excess hair between the pads of the legs, called pads. If not trimmed, excess hair between the fingers facilitates the appearance of bacteria, fungi and can even form knots, if they become tangled in the nails, which will pull the skin and damage the cushions.
Daily and especially after going to parks or other walks, check the cushions and between the fingers if there is nothing the dog can walk for and get stuck, such as pieces of twigs, thorns, pebbles, broken glass, etc. you find something, remove it with tweezers.
Especially in winter, cushions can dry a lot and crack, as can our feet. In addition to providing a gateway for bacterial infections, as dogs are in direct contact with the ground, it is quite uncomfortable and painful to walk on the floor with cracked legs, so consult your veterinarian for a good dog moisturizer.
When using a moisturizer on your dog’s legs, take the time to massage them, this improves local circulation, stimulates nerve connections and can avoid problems in the future.
Ticks are ectoparasites that can transmit various diseases and look for safe and warm places to stay with their hosts. Often, when a tick is found in dogs, it is forgotten that between the fingers of the legs is one of the favorite places for the tick.
If it finds a tick, do not crush it, as it can cause the release of thousands of eggs invisible to the naked eye into the environment, making it difficult to decontaminate environmentally. Use special tongs to remove the tick and throw it into an alcohol-filled saucepan.
The cushions may look resistant to some, but they are quite fragile if exposed to high temperatures. Therefore, when walking your dog in very hot weather, avoid the hours between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., which are times when the sun is high in the sky and the streets and sidewalks are too hot.
Prefer hours before 10 a.m. or more at dusk after 4 p.m
One tip to know if the floor is too hot, is to take off your shoes and feel the ground temperature with your foot barefoot, or touch the ground with your palm. This way, if the temperature is right for you, it will surely suit your dog without running the risk of burning his paws.
The use of shoes can be useful during walks where the terrain is very rugged or that can injure the dog’s legs, however not all animals adapt to the accessory.
Be careful with the use of shoes, since dogs unlike humans do not sweat, so their sweat glands, responsible for thermoregulation, in dogs are concentrated in cushions.In very hot climates, if the dog stays in his shoes for a long time, his paws can get too hot and moistened, contributing to the proliferation of fungi.
By following all these care tips that you should have with your dog’s legs, you will definitely contribute to improve your quality of life.
Finally, think about your dog’s legs in addition to your feet, take good care of the land of your house and garden, avoiding rugged and rudimentary terrain with rocks, wires or any other element that may injure your dog’s legs.
For any care of the dog’s legs, teaching him how to give the paw is very useful! Read our article on how to do it step by step.
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