Dog foot pads protect your pup as he accompanies you on walks and trips to the park, and injuries may occur from cuts and scrapes or chemical burns if your dog walks through a lawn or field that has recently been treated with fertilizers or herbicides. These injuries can become infected, s...
While regular scratching keeps most cat nails at a suitable length, overgrown cat claws that puncture paw pads can lead to infection and swelling, so veterinary attention is advised. Overgrown claws can also occur in less active senior cats or can be a sign of a chronic disease, so if this...