Homemade Dog Paw Balm
I use this paw balm every year and always have good results.
Homemade dog paw balm. Protect tender paws. As you can see this is a simple wholesome recipe that will really help with your pet s dry cracked winter feet. Homemade dog paw balm recipe. I chose these 4 ounce mason jars and the recipe easily filled 3 jars.
The national breed club for the newfoundland a large breed built for wintery work shared with akc a diy paw balm recipe taken from frugally sustainable which the club recommended to its. Soothing paw balm for dogs mix. 2 oz olive oil. The ice snow and salt from pavements can do a number on your dog s paws.
Soothing paw balm for dogs ingredients. Courtesy of the ontario spca here s a simple homemade dog paw balm recipe that makes enough to fill about six 1 oz tins. Instead of little tins to store the balm in you can use small mason jars old lip balm containers silicon molds or even muffin tins. 2 oz coconut oil.
You can use your fingertips to scoop up a bit of the balm and rub it into your dog s paws. By josh brewer december 2016 january 2017. Make a large batch and share with friends and family this winter. The paw balm normally lasts about 1 2 years.
Snow and ice can cause cuts and abrasions de icing chemicals can irritate paw pads and wind and cold temperatures can dry out your dog s skin. The only other thing you ll need to make your homemade paw balm are some containers to put it in. Get as creative as you want. A homemade paw balm of natural ingredients like shea butter coconut oil and beeswax is the perfect ointment to treat your dog s skin this winter.
Keep your best friend s paws in tip top shape with a homemade soothing paw balm. Debbie wolfe debbie wolfe. Homemade all natural paw balm recipe protect your cat s and dog s tender paws with this all natural homemade paw salve recipe. Our preferred method.
Making your own dog paw balm ensures that you know exactly what s in it and it will save you money too.