My dog won’t stop licking and biting her paw. At first I thought it was a Shampoo issue, but only one paw is bothering her. She constantly licks it non-stop, and it has turned red. Is there any over the counter antibiotic I can apply to it, or anything I can do to relieve her pain/itchiness? A warm or cold cloth? I have noticed that is smells a lot worse than her other paws.

Updated On May 17th, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | Bichon Frise | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 10 months old | 14 lbs

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

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Place an e-collar (cone) on her to prevent further licking. You can try soaking the paw in a diluted Betadine or chlorhexidine (Hibiclens) solution once orntwice daily. Dry thoroughly afterwards. If there is no sign of improvement in a couple days, have her seen by your veterinarian. Prescription strength medication may be indicated.

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