339. Crusty Paw Pads in Dogs: The Differentials Every Vet Should Know

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Crusty paw pads may seem like a straightforward dermatologic finding... but they can point to everything from simple hyperkeratosis to autoimmune, metabolic, infectious, and even systemic disease!

In this episode of The Derm Vet Podcast, I break down my diagnostic approach to canine paw pad disease and the major differentials veterinarians should keep on their radar. I cover hyperkeratosis, pemphigus foliaceus, erythema multiforme, vasculitis, hepatocutaneous syndrome, zinc-responsive dermatosis, canine distemper, infections, trauma, and more. Plus, learn why lesion distribution, breed, systemic signs, and (most importantly) biopsy can be critical for reaching the right diagnosis!

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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:24 Itch Inquiry: Feline Inflammatory Ear Polyps
04:46 Canine Paw Pad Disease
05:17 Primary Hyperkeratosis & Weight-Bearing Patterns
07:31 Autoimmune Paw Pad Diseases
09:58 Metabolic Causes
12:47 Infectious, Traumatic, & Viral Causes
14:25 Outro