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In addition to hair, it is also necessary to trim the dog’s nails, about once every 7-10 days, while it is important not to touch the blood vessel in the nail cavity, which is located at the base. Excess hair is also cut on the paws, while the haircut style corresponds to the dog’s breed. Mats are often formed on the paws. They need to be combed out and cut. You should also check your paws daily for dirt, glass, gum, and other contaminants. If the dog has walked on fresh asphalt, tar, and other chemicals, it is necessary to abundantly smear the paws with vegetable oil and rinse with abundant soapy water or a special agent to cleanse it from this substance. In winter, the streets and roads are sprinkled with reagents, so after a walk, you need to wash your paws with water and soap. In summer, it is enough to wipe the dog’s paws after a walk with a dry, clean cloth. If the paw pads’ skin is cracking, then lubricate them with vegetable oil or fat cream.

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