Dog Paw Balm
Cracked paw pads, salt irritation, hot-pavement peeling — there are real reasons to use a paw balm, and a lot of overpriced tins that are mostly coconut oil and marketing. This list breaks down which balms actually absorb, which ones survive a walk without getting licked off immediately, and which ingredients matter for dogs with sensitivities. Every pick is non-toxic if ingested, because obviously your dog is going to try to eat it.
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