Robert T.Pit Bull Terrier · Senior
For sensitive skin
My senior pit has always had sensitive skin. I've been looking for a topical product to add to his regular skin care routine.
Paw & Nose Balm
4.648 reviewsInstant relief for cracked pads and dry noses. Made for rescue dogs.
Safe If He Licks It
Six Ingredients
No Fragrance
Nose, Pads And Elbows
Choose Your Tins
What's In It
Coconut oil, shea butter, beeswax, sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, vitamin E. That's the whole list. No fragrance, no essential oils, no colour.
How To Use It
Warm a pea-sized amount between your fingers and rub it into the pads, the nose or the elbows. After the walk and before bed is the easiest routine.
Shipping And Returns
If it doesn't help in 60 days, email us and we refund you. Keep the tin.
Safe If LickedFood-grade oils and beeswax
No FragranceNo essential oils, nothing he backs away from
Six IngredientsAll of them on the tin
60-Day PromiseSofter, or your money back
His Feet Remember The Shelter Floor
Months on concrete leave the pads cracked, the nose crusty and the elbows bald. Most people reach for Vaseline, he licks it off, and you spend the night Googling whether that's okay. This is the tin that's safe when he does.
Six Ingredients, And Nothing Else
Coconut OilSoftens dry pads
Shea ButterSits on cracks long enough to help
BeeswaxA thin barrier against salt and heat
Sweet Almond OilSpreads without the grease
Jojoba OilClosest to his own skin oil
Vitamin EKeeps the tin fresh
No fragrance, no essential oils, no colour. If he licks it, he's had a little coconut oil and shea butter.
After The Walk, Before Bed
Thirty seconds a night. Most dogs lie still for it once they realise it's a massage.
Not Ready For Hands Yet?
Plenty of rescues aren't, the first few weeks. That's normal. Go at his pace and let the balm be the easy part of the night.
- The First NightsOpen the tin near him and let him sniff it. Don't reach for his feet yet.
- When He Settles Next To YouOne dab on one paw while he's relaxed, then leave him be. A treat after helps.
- When He's ReadyWork up to all four paws and his nose. Give it time and it can turn into the part of the night he waits for.
The 3-3-3 Rule, For His Feet
You know it for settling in. His pads and nose follow the same kind of timeline.
- 3 days Pads softer to the touch, less licking at his feet
- 3 weeks Pads and nose back to soft. Drop to a few nights a week
- 3 months A tin by the door for salt season and hot pavement
Deep cracks, bleeding, or a nose that keeps getting worse is a vet visit first. The balm keeps healthy skin soft; it doesn't treat an infection.
Why Not Just Vaseline?
Because you already tried it. Here's how the bathroom-cabinet fix and the $9 Amazon tin compare.
| Vaseline | Amazon Tin | ReliefPaws | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safe If He Licks It | Petroleum | Often essential oils | ✓ Six food-grade oils |
| Ingredients | 1 | 12 to 15 | 6 |
| Scent | None | Scented | ✓ None |
| Soaks In | Sits on top | Varies | ✓ Shea and beeswax |
| Made For Rescue Dogs | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
One For Now, One For Winter
The first tin gets him through the weeks after the shelter. The second lives by the door for salt season, when the pads crack all over again. Two tins is $39.98, and you keep the 60-day promise on both.
Choose Two Tins
Bald Elbows Too?
The Skin Balm is the twist-up stick for the body: grey elbows, rough hocks, the dry patch he keeps licking. Five ingredients, no essential oils, nothing on your hands. Most rescue owners end up with both.
See The Skin Balm, $14.99Try It For 60 Days
Use it for a week or two. If his pads and nose aren't softer, email us and we refund you, and you keep the tin. No forms, no return shipping.
Softer, or your money backQuestions, Honestly Answered
Is It Safe If He Licks It Off?
Yes. Every ingredient is food-grade: coconut oil, shea butter, beeswax, sweet almond oil, jojoba oil and vitamin E. No fragrance, no essential oils, no colour. If he licks some off, he's eaten a little coconut oil and shea butter. Put it on before bed or after a walk so most of it soaks in first, and keep the lid on; a whole tin in one sitting would upset any stomach.
He Just Came From The Shelter, Is This Right For His Feet?
If his pads feel like sandpaper or look cracked, his nose is dry and crusty, or his elbows are grey and bald, yes. That's what months on concrete does, and it's the most common thing a rescue arrives with. Start the first night and give it a week. Anything bleeding or getting worse is a vet visit, not a balm.
Will It Stain The Couch Or His Bedding?
It absorbs rather than sitting on top, and there's no colour in it. Use a small amount and rub it in. If you're worried about a light sofa, apply it at bedtime on his own bed.
Does It Work On His Nose Too?
Yes, that's half of what it's for. A dry, crusty nose is one of the most common things a shelter dog arrives with. A thin layer once or twice a day, and give it a week or two.
Does It Smell?
Barely. No added fragrance and no essential oils, so it smells faintly of coconut and beeswax. The strong-scented balms are the ones dogs refuse.
How Long Does A Tin Last?
You use a pea-sized amount per paw, so a 60 g tin covers weeks of nightly use for most dogs.
What If It Doesn't Help?
Give it a fair week or two. If his pads and nose aren't softer, email us. We refund you and you keep the tin.
Customer reviews
Reviews are written by ReliefPaws customers and describe their own dogs. Every dog is different, and a balm is not a substitute for a vet visit.
4.6
Based on 48 reviews
Jason W.Beagle · Adult
For itchy days
My beagle seems to scratch more after spending time in the yard. I wanted to look into a topical product as part of his skin care.
Hannah P.Whippet · Adult
For delicate skin
My whippet has a short coat and you can see every little patch. I try to be gentle with his skin and avoid overdoing products.
Chris A.Dachshund · Senior
Nice and compact
My little guy has dry skin on his underside. I wanted something compact that I can keep with his other grooming products.
Anthony P.Cane Corso · Adult
For my big boy
My Corso gets dry skin in a few spots. I was looking for a dog-specific product to help me care for those areas.
Victoria N.Papillon · Senior
For my older girl
She's a little senior now and I notice changes in her skin more often. I'm researching gentle options and checking with her vet as needed.
Sean K.Akita · Adult
Seasonal changes
My Akita's skin seems different depending on the season. I'm trying to stay consistent with brushing and checking for dry patches.
Marcus J.Great Dane · Adult
Useful for larger dogs
My Dane has some dry areas that need attention. I just wish products like this came in a bigger size for larger breeds.
Matthew C.English Bulldog · Adult
Bulldog skin care
My bulldog's skin needs extra attention, especially around the folds. I always make sure the area is clean and dry before using any new product.
Ryan E.Bullmastiff · Adult
For occasional flare-ups
My Bullmastiff sometimes gets irritated patches. I keep notes on when they appear and make sure to get persistent issues checked.
Jessica M.French Bulldog · Adult
Finally some relief
My frenchie gets so itchy around her belly and chest. I've been looking for something gentle to put on those areas and this is exactly the kind of product I wanted to try.
Daniel K.German Shepherd · Adult
Easy to keep nearby
My shepherd sometimes gets irritated spots after playing outside. The tin is convenient to keep with his grooming supplies.
Kevin D.Boxer · Adult
For my itchy boxer
Boxers can have such sensitive skin. I'm trying to be more consistent with his skin care and wanted something made specifically for dogs.
Brandon H.Rottweiler · Adult
Good addition to grooming
My rottweiler gets rough patches on his legs sometimes. This would fit well into a simple grooming routine for his problem areas.
Tyler N.Australian Shepherd · Adult
For active dogs
My Aussie spends tons of time outdoors and sometimes comes home with irritated skin. Having a product for targeted care makes sense for us.
Rachel E.Staffordshire Bull Terrier · Adult
Sensitive staffy
My staffy gets red patches on her underside sometimes. Skin issues can be frustrating, so I like learning about options made for dogs.
Eric B.Doberman Pinscher · Adult
For problem areas
My Doberman occasionally gets irritated patches on his legs. I'm trying to make skin care a regular part of his routine.
David L.Bernese Mountain Dog · Adult
For thick-coated dogs
It's not always easy keeping an eye on my Bernese's skin under all that fur. Regular checks and grooming have become important for us.
Steven M.American Pit Bull Terrier · Adult
For my rescue dog
My rescue has some ongoing skin sensitivities. We're working with our vet to figure out the triggers and looking at supportive skin care options.
Patrick S.Weimaraner · Adult
Simple skin routine
My Weimaraner has a short coat, so dry patches are easy to spot. I'm trying to keep his skin care straightforward and consistent.
Derek T.Vizsla · Adult
Short coat, sensitive skin
My Vizsla's skin gets irritated easily. I pay attention after hikes and baths to see whether anything changes.
Peter D.Newfoundland · Adult
Coat care is a job
With all that fur, grooming takes time. I'm trying to be more consistent about checking his skin underneath, especially around damp areas.
Allison M.Italian Greyhound · Adult
Very sensitive skin
My Italian greyhound has delicate skin, so I'm extra cautious with new products. I prefer to patch-test and see how he responds.
Trevor C.Rhodesian Ridgeback · Adult
Targeted skin care
My Ridgeback has a couple of dry areas I keep checking. I'm looking for practical ways to care for his skin between regular grooming sessions.
Michael R.Golden Retriever · Senior
Worth trying
My old boy gets dry patches on his elbows and legs. I like having something I can apply directly to the spots instead of covering his whole body.
Melissa P.Labrador Retriever · Adult
Simple to use
My lab gets dry skin around his paws and lower legs. I like being able to focus on the areas that need extra attention.
Lauren W.Border Collie · Adult
Handy for spot care
My collie gets irritated patches now and then. I like products that let me target one area instead of having to give him a full bath.
Nicole F.Poodle · Adult
For my sensitive pup
My poodle can get itchy after walks. I'm paying more attention to his skin and wanted a product I can apply to specific areas.
Brianna S.Chihuahua · Adult
Tiny dog sensitive skin
My chihuahua scratches her belly a lot during allergy season. I'm always careful about what I put on her skin, so I research everything first.
Andrew V.Siberian Husky · Adult
For seasonal skin issues
My husky sometimes develops dry spots when the weather changes. I'm trying to stay on top of his skin care instead of ignoring it.
Olivia D.Pomeranian · Adult
Little paws and patches
My pom has some sensitive areas that I keep an eye on. I always appreciate grooming products that are easy to use in small amounts.
Kayla R.Boston Terrier · Adult
Boston skin troubles
My Boston has sensitive skin, especially around his underside. I pay close attention to any redness and try to keep his routine consistent.
Amanda J.Miniature Schnauzer · Adult
Part of our routine
My schnauzer gets dry patches during the colder months. I'm putting more thought into his grooming routine this year.
Danielle F.Pug · Adult
Keeping an eye on it
My pug gets redness now and then, so I pay close attention to his skin. I check with our vet when something keeps coming back.
Carlos G.American Bulldog · Adult
Skin needs attention
My bulldog gets occasional irritated spots, especially after being outside. I want to make sure I'm caring for his skin properly.
Natalie W.Cavalier King Charles Spaniel · Senior
Extra care for seniors
My older Cavalier needs a little extra attention with grooming. I'm careful to introduce new products slowly and watch for any reaction.
Morgan B.Mixed Breed · Adult
My mixed breed rescue
We don't know all of my dog's history, but his skin can be sensitive. I'm keeping his routine simple and working through possible triggers.
Faith L.Miniature Pinscher · Adult
Small dog, big personality
My min pin is always on the move and sometimes comes back from outside scratching. I'm paying more attention to what seems to trigger it.
Tasha B.American Bully · Adult
For my bully girl
She has sensitive skin and gets red on her stomach pretty often. I wanted a simple topical option to try on the irritated areas.
Ashley L.Cocker Spaniel · Adult
Good size tin
My dog tends to scratch around her legs and belly. The tin is a handy size and doesn't take up much room in the cabinet.
Emily C.Shih Tzu · Senior
For my little senior
She's getting older and her skin seems more sensitive these days. I appreciate having a topical option to consider for dry patches.
Samantha G.Maltese · Senior
Small but convenient
My Maltese has delicate skin and I prefer to keep her grooming routine simple. A little tin is easy to store and carry.
Megan T.Bichon Frise · Senior
Gentle care matters
My older dog has become more sensitive to grooming products. I'm careful to check ingredients and introduce anything new cautiously.
Stephanie K.Jack Russell Terrier · Senior
Always scratching
My senior terrier has bouts of itchy skin. I wanted to explore some options for localized care while keeping track of what triggers it.
Justin R.Saint Bernard · Senior
Large dog needs
My Saint Bernard gets a few irritated areas that need monitoring. A bigger container would be useful for people with giant breeds.
Rebecca A.Havanese · Adult
Easy to store
My Havanese has some dry areas from time to time. The compact packaging is convenient for keeping grooming supplies organized.
Jasmine H.Miniature Dachshund · Adult
My little sausage dog
My dachshund has sensitive skin around her belly. I like finding dog-specific grooming products instead of guessing with human products.
George P.Chow Chow · Senior
Under all that fur
My Chow's coat makes it important to check his skin regularly. I'm learning to spot irritated areas earlier and keep up with grooming.
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