Top Home Remedies for Cracked, Dry, or Injured Paw Pads in Pets

Pads are a lot like our feet—they’re often overlooked, yet super important. If you’ve ever had a foot problem, you know exactly what I mean.

I recently ran up and down a mountain, and ended up with a bunch of gravel in my socks rubbing my heels. I got painful cracks on my feet, very similar to the pad issues our pets can experience. That’s when I started using an animal product both orally and topically that really helps: Dr. Jones’ ULTIMATE CBD for Dogs and Cats.

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Dr. Jones’ ULTIMATE CBD for Dogs and Cats is a natural, full-spectrum CBD formula that helps pets recover from paw injuries, cuts, lacerations, and everyday aches. Its carefully balanced cannabinoids work together to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and support faster healing, while hemp seed oil ensures maximum absorption and effectiveness. Whether your dog or cat has sore pads from walking on rough surfaces, minor cuts from outdoor adventures, or general discomfort from joint or muscle pain, this formula provides gentle, natural relief to help them feel comfortable and move freely again.

Natural Remedies for Dry Dog Paws

Prevention is key when it comes to protecting your dog’s feet. You can use items you may already have at home or buy balms with safe, natural ingredients. Avoid products with artificial fragrances or harsh chemicals—they can sting or irritate paw pads.

Here are some natural options I recommend:

• Shea Butter: Rubbing this into paw pads soothes, smooths, and hydrates. It’s a natural fat from African shea tree seeds.

• Vitamin E: Helps heal blisters, cracks, and dry spots. You can even add it to bath water—but make sure your dog doesn’t drink it!

• Beeswax: Locks in moisture, is antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, and safe for dogs to eat.

• Castor Oil: Forms a protective barrier and reduces inflammation.

• Vaseline: The classic home remedy—stays on longest, locks in moisture, protects pads, and promotes healing.

Protecting Your Dog’s Feet

Extreme temperatures can damage paw pads. Here’s how I protect my dogs:

• Summer: Walk early in the morning or late evening when the ground is cooler.

• Winter: Shorter walks, wipe paws with water, then dry thoroughly.

• Booties: Well-fitted dog booties protect from extreme weather and hot or icy surfaces.

At-home grooming also helps—washing paws, trimming nails, and clipping fur prevents irritants and bacteria buildup. Anti-slip booties with reflective straps are great too.

Helping Your Dog Accept Paw Care

Some dogs hate having their paws touched. Here’s my approach:

• Familiar environment: Keep them comfortable and relaxed.

• Paw massage: Gently rub balm into pads to get them used to touch and improve blood flow.

• Gentle top paw touch: Start with the less sensitive areas.

• Positive reinforcement: Treats and praise help them associate paw care with good things.

• Patience: Some dogs take weeks to get used to it—others may never love it.

Rubbing paw balm a few times a week keeps their pads healthy and conditioned.

Treating Worn or Injured Pads

For seriously worn or injured pads, I’ve found Preparation H to be extremely effective:

1. Soak the affected pad daily for 10–15 minutes in an antiseptic solution (like Hibitane).

2. Dry the pad thoroughly.

3. Apply Preparation H cream.

4. Bandage with a non-stick Telfa pad, then cover with gauze and vet-wrap.

Heal Your Pet at Home

Prevention is always better than cure. If your dog runs on hard surfaces, invest in well-fitted dog booties. If you need to treat pads, consider using a pain-relieving option like CBD.

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P.S. Prevention is key—protect your dog’s pads and consider pain relief during treatment.

P.P.S. Try my CBD formula—it supports paw health, reduces discomfort, and promotes healing naturally.

Heal Paw Injuries, Soothe Muscle Pain, and Boost Mobility in Dogs & Cats with Dr. Jones’ ULTIMATE CBD for Dogs and Cats.

Dr. Jones’ ULTIMATE CBD for Dogs and Cats is a natural, full-spectrum CBD formula that helps pets recover from paw injuries, cuts, lacerations, and everyday aches. Its carefully balanced cannabinoids work together to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and support faster healing, while hemp seed oil ensures maximum absorption and effectiveness. Whether your dog or cat has sore pads from walking on rough surfaces, minor cuts from outdoor adventures, or general discomfort from joint or muscle pain, this formula provides gentle, natural relief to help them feel comfortable and move freely again.