How long does a dog’s injured paw take to heal?

How long a dog’s injured paw takes to heal depends on the cause and severity. For a minor external wound, the owner just cleans and disinfects it and keeps it dry, and it usually heals and sheds its scab within days. To avoid infection, disinfect daily and stop the dog licking the wound; keep an Elizabethan collar on during treatment until it heals.