![]() Note: Any pad burns need veterinary attention! These are a big deal! And remember, not all dogs will limp. Pad burns, which happen commonly to dogs walked on hot asphalt or sand, can get debilitatingly painful and may require serious intervention should dogs develop blistering burns. The ouch-factor, however, can be a big deal, even more so than for sunburn. The good news is that the pads of the feet do not seem as highly predisposed to malignant tumors. They tend to appear as ulcerated sores in these areas and must be addressed immediately if we’re to have any chance of stopping their spread and saving their lives. ![]() In fact, white pets who live outdoors can suffer a scary kind of cancer called squamous cell carcinoma that affects the tips of their ears and noses –– right where most dogs get their burns. It only makes sense then that a pet with little of the protective pigmentation we associate with a lower risk of skin cancer should prove especially worrisome. Though all pets are theoretically at risk for skin cancer, those who receive higher doses of sun, either by virtue of their lifestyle or geographic location, are far more susceptible. See below for Embrace’s recommendations on what type of sunscreen to use! Can dogs get skin cancer? Sunscreen for dogs is strongly recommended. Pain relievers and more effective topical treatments may be in order. ![]() See your veterinarian, particularly if the sunburn affects more than just one spot. While dark-skinned, densely-coated dogs may require no intervention at all, those with white, light-colored, or sparse-coated dogs are especially at risk.īad sunburns may need more than just some aloe (though it helps). Yes, dogs can get sunburned! If you and your pup participate in camping, hiking, picnics, or other outdoor dog events you should prepare to protect them. But now that warm weather’s here for most of the US, it’s an equal opportunity concern nationwide. Even more so if you live in a sunny state since more warm weather means more outdoor living. Depending on where you live, sun safety can be a year-round concern for pet owners.
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