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My dog keeps biting its toes and paw pads—probably itchy. What’s wrong?
From the picture it may have interdigital dermatitis, common between toes or on the paw, usually from prolonged moisture breeding bacteria, and secondary to issues like foreign bodies, trauma, demodex, food allergy or endocrine disease. Treat the underlying cause too: use an Elizabethan collar, clean with saline, disinfect with iodine, apply antibacterial ointment, and keep paws dry.
My dog was excited before eating, then lethargic after, lies still, eats only a little meat, passed soft stool with faint blood, then whines, sits restlessly, and keeps pawing at its face
Based on the signs, the dog likely has an esophageal or gastrointestinal blockage from eating too fast or hard food like bones, causing throat pain and restlessness (hence pawing the face). If choking, use the Heimlich maneuver; it may also be allergy or acute gastritis, or parasites/parvovirus. See a vet for a full check.
How can I get rid of my dog’s body odor?
Some odor is normal; strong odor suggests skin disease, ear infection, oral disease, or anal gland issues. Find the cause: clean ears, brush teeth (avoid long-term wet food), bathe/brush/trim paw fur, and express anal glands (antibiotic ointment if inflamed).
Does Your Dog Have ‘Athlete’s Foot’? It May Be Interdigital Dermatitis!
If your dog's toes are red, licking paws often, and smell strong, watch out—it may be interdigital dermatitis. Many owners don't know it. Our team explains its cause, signs, and treatment.
My rescued tricolor Corgi has one eye with much yellow pus, red, can’t open, paws at it; is gentamicin in low-salt food okay?
Yellow pus eye discharge signals infection or inflammation from trauma, irritants, diet, or even distemper in unvaccinated strays. Get a vet check if with fever or poor appetite; use a collar during eye care and do not self-treat blindly.
My Malinois tore its paw pads after sudden heavy running—what should I do?
A torn paw pad from exercise needs wound care to avoid infection. Clean, disinfect, cover with antibiotic powder and a bandage, and limit movement so the pad can heal.
My dog has a fever, vomiting, and low spirits—what should I do?
Fever and vomiting have many causes and need a vet exam; cool the dog with alcohol wipes and seek the cause if it hits 40 C. Withhold food and water when vomiting, and test for distemper or parvovirus if unvaccinated.
My 7-year-old female poodle will not put weight on her front paw for two days, walks on three legs, seems painful; we have covid – is she affected?
Front paw pain may be pad injury, interdigital inflammation, dislocation, sprain, arthritis, fracture. Check the pad for ulcers, swelling, foreign objects, long nails. Internal injury needs X-ray.
What if a dog gets a fish bone stuck in its throat?
A stuck bone causes swallowing difficulty, drooling, gagging, pawing at mouth; untreated, infection and throat inflammation. Remove with tweezers if shallow, else vet.
What Happens If a Dog’s Paw Fur Gets Too Long?
Long paw fur makes the dog slip and risk falls or fractures. It also strains joints and can cause interdigital dermatitis.