Winter Paw Care: Protecting Your Dog’s Paws From Cold Pavement & De-Icing Salt
Simple, practical steps to prevent tenderness, cracking, chemical burns, and cold injury during winter walks.
Winter walks are great for mental and physical health—but winter conditions can be rough on paws. Cold pavement pulls heat from the pads, snow and ice can pack between toes, and de-icing salt/chemicals can sting, dry out, or burn the skin. A few small habits (and the right gear) can make a big difference.
