Most dog owners have seen their furry companion licking its paws now and then. At first, it might look like a cute grooming habit or a harmless way to pass time. But what if it’s not? What if your dog ...

Odin is a Central Asian Shepherd, a breed that is extremely rare in the U.S. When Odin takes a stroll in the snow, his paw ...

At first glance, cat and dog paws seem very different from human hands and feet. I talked about that with my friend Natasha Hottmann. She’s a veterinarian at Washington State University. She told me ...

Your dog’s paws are exposed to a lot every day, including pavement, stones, grass, plants, and dirt, and paw pad injuries and infections can happen. It’s important to be aware of the risks and know ...

Dogs can get itchy paws for all kinds of reasons, but environmental allergens are often the biggest culprit—things like pollen, dust mites, ragweed, mold, or even lawn chemicals your pup picks up on ...