| How to Use Your Apple Watch Posted: 04 Apr 2018 05:00 PM PDT This wikiHow teaches you how to use your Apple Watch's basic features, as well as how to get the most out of your Apple Watch. EditPreparing to Use Your Watch - Retrieve the iPhone that you want to use with the Apple Watch. You'll need an iPhone that you can pair with the Apple Watch in order to set up the Apple Watch.
- You must have at least an iPhone 5S, and the iPhone must be running at least iOS 10.
- Make sure that your iPhone is updated. If your iPhone hasn't been updated to the latest available operating system, update it before you attempt to pair it with the Apple Watch.
- Enable your iPhone's Bluetooth. Swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone's screen, then tap the Bluetooth icon if its circle is white or grey. This will turn on Bluetooth and allow the Apple Watch to "find" your iPhone.
- Re-download the Watch app if necessary. The Watch app was automatically installed on any Apple Watch-compatible iPhone in October of 2016. If you accidentally deleted the app, re-download it by doing the following:
- Open your iPhone's App Store
- Tap Search
- Tap the search bar.
- Type in
- Tap Search
- Find the "Watch" app with "Utilities" written below its title.
- Tap GET
- Set up your Apple Watch. The process of setting up your Apple Watch will vary based on your personal preferences, so follow the instructions in the linked article. Once you've set up your Apple Watch, you can proceed with the rest of this article.
EditUnlocking Your Apple Watch - Understand what prompts your Apple Watch to lock. Your Apple Watch will be locked the first time you open it after setting it up with a passcode, and your Apple Watch will lock whenever you take it off of your wrist. It will also lock when being turned back on after being powered off.
- Aside from the instances mentioned above, your Apple Watch shouldn't lock or require your password as long as it's on your wrist.
- If the Apple Watch is off of your wrist, it will lock whenever the screen turns off.
- Keep in mind that you cannot manually lock the Apple Watch.
- Put the Apple Watch on your wrist. To ensure that your Apple Watch stays unlocked, you'll want to keep it on your wrist.
- Failing to place the Apple Watch on your wrist will result in the Apple Watch locking itself whenever the screen turns off.
- Wake up the Apple Watch's screen. Raise your wrist to do so. You should see the Watch Face appear.
- You can also press either of the Apple Watch's buttons to wake up the screen, though doing so may open the passcode keypad.
- Tap the screen. Doing so will prompt the passcode keypad to appear.
- If you don't see a little blue padlock icon at the top of the Apple Watch's screen, your Apple Watch is already unlocked.
- Enter your passcode. Type in the passcode that you set for your Apple Watch during the setup process.
- Press the Digital Crown. The Digital Crown is the dial-shaped button on the right side of the Apple Watch's screen. Doing so will open the app page. Your Apple Watch is now unlocked, and will remain as such until you either turn it off or take it off of your wrist.
EditLearning Apple Watch Basics - Charge your Apple Watch. Your Apple Watch has a built-in battery that needs periodic charging, which you can do using the charger that came with your Apple Watch.
- You can check your Apple Watch's battery charge to determine whether or not it's time for a charging session.
- It's a good idea to charge your Apple Watch once it gets down to around 25 percent or so.
- Scroll or zoom with the Digital Crown dial. When there are multiple options on the Apple Watch screen, turning the Digital Crown dial will scroll through them.
- Scrolling will zoom in and out on certain screens as well, such as the Home screen or a map.
- You can still scroll by swiping across the screen if you'd prefer to do so.
- Swipe and tap the screen like an iPhone. You can use the Apple Watch screen just like you would an iPhone screen: swipe the screen to switch between views, and tap objects to select them.
- Press the Digital Crown to return to the Home Screen. When in an app, pressing the Digital Crown once will return you to the app page, much like pressing the Home button on your iPhone takes you to the Home Screen.
- Pressing the Digital Crown while on the app page will take you back to the Watch Face screen.
- If you press the Digital Crown while a notification is on the screen, the notification will be dismissed.
- Switch between your Watch Face screen and an app. Press the Digital Crown twice quickly to switch back and forth between the Watch Face and the last app you were using.
- Force-press your Apple Watch's screen to open additional options. The Apple Watch has a pressure-sensitive display, and you can usually access additional options by firmly pressing something on the screen.
- For example, firmly pressing the app page will bring up a menu that allows you to choose how the apps are arranged.
- Respond to notifications. When a notification comes in, it will automatically open if your Apple Watch is unlocked. You can open the notification in an app by tapping the notification, or you can dismiss the notification by tapping Dismiss.
- Swiping down on the notification or pressing the Digital Crown will also close the notification.
EditChanging Your Apple Watch's Appearance - Wake up the Apple Watch's screen. Raise your wrist, or press either of the Apple Watch's physical buttons.
- If you're on the app screen and need to get back to the Watch Face, press the Digital Crown once.
- Press the Digital Crown twice if you have an app open.
- Force-press the Watch Face. Doing so will cause the Watch Face to zoom out and display a row of available Watch Faces.
- Scroll through the Watch Faces. Swipe left or right over the current Watch Face to scroll through the currently available Watch Faces until you find one that you like.
- Select a Watch Face. Tap the Watch Face that you want to use. Doing so will apply the Watch Face to your Apple Watch.
- Replace your Apple Watch's band. If you want to change your Apple Watch's physical look, you can use a different wrist strap. There are numerous aftermarket bands that you can buy for your Apple Watch, and installing a new band requires no tools or previous experience.
- It's best to stick with Apple-manufactured bands, since they're guaranteed to work with your Apple Watch and you can always receive a replacement if the one you buy is faulty.
EditDownloading Apps onto Your Watch - Open the Watch app on your iPhone. Tap the Watch app icon, which resembles a black-and-white side view of an Apple Watch.
- While you can't download apps directly onto your Apple Watch, you can download and transfer them from your iPhone by using the Watch app.
- Any Apple Watch-compatible apps that were already on your iPhone will be on your Apple Watch once you complete the setup process.
- Tap . It's in the bottom-right corner of the screen. Doing so brings up the app search page.
- Tap the search bar. This is at the top of the screen. Your iPhone's on-screen keyboard will appear.
- Type in the name of an app. You can also type in a keyword or phrase if you don't have a specific app in mind.
- Tap . It's a blue button in the lower-right side of the keyboard. This will search the App Store for Apple Watch-compatible apps.
- Find an app to install. Scroll down through the search results until you find an app that you want to install on your Apple Watch.
- Tap . It's a blue button to the right of an app.
- Confirm the download. Scan your fingerprint when asked for your Touch ID, or enter your Apple ID password and tap Install if you don't use Touch ID for App Store purchases. The app will start downloading onto your iPhone.
- Wait for the app to finish downloading. Once the app finishes downloading onto your iPhone, it will begin copying onto your Apple Watch.
- You can watch the app's download progress on the Apple Watch's app screen.
- Be sure to keep your iPhone within a few feet of your Apple Watch until both downloads are complete.
- Keep in mind that the app must stay on your iPhone if you want it on your Apple Watch.
EditActivating Siri - Press and hold the Digital Crown. As long as your Apple Watch is unlocked, this will request Siri to appear.
- Wait for Siri to appear. It can take up to a second of holding the Digital Crown before the multicolored Siri ribbon will appear on-screen.
- Release the Digital Crown. You can now proceed with using Siri.
- Say aloud a request or a question.
- For example, you might say "Call Mom" to prompt Siri to initiate a phone call to your mom.
- Wait for Siri's response. Depending on the nature of your request or inquiry and your current connection strength, Siri may take a few seconds to respond.
- You may have to respond with a follow-up command confirmation (e.g., "Yes").
EditMaking a Phone Call - Open your Apple Watch's app page. Press the Power button, then tap All Apps.
- Find and open the Phone app. Tap the Phone app icon, which resembles a white receiver on a green background.
- Select a recipient category. Tap one of the following options:
- Favorites
- Recents
- Contacts
- Keypad
- Select someone to call. Tap a contact's name to do so. This will open the selected contact's page.
- If you tapped Favorites, tapping a person's name will instantly call them.
- If you tapped Keypad, type in the phone number for your selected person or business.
- Tap the "Call" button. It's a grey button with a phone receiver on it. Doing so will prompt your Apple Watch to begin calling the selected contact.
- If you tapped Keypad earlier, you'll instead tap the green phone receiver icon.
- Keep your Apple Watch near your face during the call. The Apple Watch's microphone is on the left side of the Apple Watch's screen, so you'll need to keep the Apple Watch within a foot or so of your face for optimal sound quality.
- You can hang up by tapping the red circular button that's near the bottom of the screen.
EditSending a Text - Open your Apple Watch's app page. Press the Power button, then tap All Apps.
- Find and open the Messages app . Tap the Messages app icon, which resembles a white speech bubble on a green background.
- Select a conversation. Scroll through the conversations until you find one for which you want to send a text, then tap the conversation. This will open the conversation.
- If the Messages app opens to a conversation, tap the "Back" button in the top-left corner of the screen to exit it and open your Messages' list of conversations.
- If you want to send a new message, force-press the screen, tap New Message when prompted, add a contact by tapping Add Contact and selecting a contact, and then tap Create Message before continuing.
- Select a preset message. Scroll down through the preset messages, then tap the one that you want to send. Doing so will immediately send the selected message to your selected conversation.
- If you started a new text conversation, you'll have to tap Send after selecting your conversational preset.
- Record your own message. If you'd rather send a custom message, tap the microphone-shaped icon that's near the middle of the screen when you open the conversation, speak aloud your message, and tap Send.
- Add an emoji. Tap the smiley face-shaped icon to the right of the microphone icon, then find an emoji that you want to use and tap it. Doing so will immediately send the emoji to your selected conversation.
- If you started a new text conversation, you'll have to tap Send after selecting your emoji.
EditUsing Apple Pay - Open the Watch app on your iPhone. Tap the Watch app icon, which resembles a black-and-white side view of an Apple Watch.
- If you've never added a card or payment method to your iPhone's Wallet, instead open the Wallet app and set it up. Since doing this will add a card to your account, you can proceed to paying after doing so.
- Tap . It's in the bottom-left corner of the screen. Doing so opens your Apple Watch's page.[1]
- Scroll down and tap . You'll find it in the list of apps that are on your Apple Watch, which is below the Privacy option that's near the middle of the page.
- Tap . This option is near the top of the page.
- Tap when prompted. It's near the bottom of the screen. The card scanner will open.
- Lay your card face-up on a flat surface. This will make it easier to scan the card with your iPhone's camera.
- Scan the card. Position the card in the rectangular frame that's in the middle of the iPhone's screen, then wait for the card's information to scan.
- You can also enter the card's details manually by tapping Enter Card Details Manually at the bottom of the screen and then typing in the card's number, expiration date, and so on.
- Enter any required information. Depending on the type of card and the quality of your scan, you may be asked to verify some of your card's information (e.g., your card's security code) by typing it into the "Card Details" page.
- If you don't see the "Card Details" page appear, skip this step and the next one.
- Tap . It's in the top-right corner of the screen. This should take you to the Terms and Conditions page.
- If asked for additional information, enter it, tap Next, and repeat until you arrive at the Terms and Conditions page.
- Tap . It's in the bottom-right corner of the "Terms of Use" page. Doing so will prompt Apple Pay to begin adding your card.
- Your specific card's terms of use will most likely differ from other cards' terms of use pages.
- If asked to verify your card, select a verification method (e.g., text message), wait for your bank to send a code to you, retrieve the code, and enter it.
- Find an Apple Pay-supported vendor. If you want to use your Apple Watch to pay for something (e.g., groceries), the store of your choosing must have a card terminal that supports Apple Pay.
- Press the Power button twice. This button is on the right side of your Apple Watch's screen, just below the Digital Crown. Doing so will bring up your default Apple Pay card.
- Select a card. Swipe left or right to select the card you want to use. You'll be able to select from any of the cards you've added to Apple Pay.
- Wait for the payment information to scan. Hold the Apple Watch's face about an inch from the reader, twisting your wrist if necessary. After a moment, you should feel a vibration, and the payment will be processed.[2]
EditUpdating Your Apple Watch - Place your Apple Watch on a charger. In order to receive a software update, your Apple Watch must be at 50 percent charge (or more), and it must be connected to Wi-Fi.
- Your Apple Watch will update more quickly if it's on the charger than if it isn't.
- If your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi, your Apple Watch should be as well.
- Open the Watch app on your iPhone. Tap the Watch app icon, which resembles a black-and-white side view of an Apple Watch.
- You cannot prompt your Apple Watch to update without using your iPhone's Watch app.
- Tap . It's in the bottom-left corner of the screen. This will open your Apple Watch's page.
- Scroll down and tap . This option is near the middle of the page.
- Tap . It's near the top of the page. Doing so will prompt the Watch app to begin scanning for available updates; if one is available, it will begin downloading.
- If no update is available, you'll see a message on the page that says your Apple Watch is up-to-date.
- Wait for the update to download. This can take several minutes. Once the update finishes downloading, you'll see an Install button appear near the bottom of the page.
- Tap . It's near the bottom of your iPhone's screen.
- Enter your iPhone's passcode when prompted. This will confirm that you're ready to install the update on your Apple Watch.
- If this doesn't work, try typing in your Apple Watch's passcode instead.
- Tap . It's in the bottom-right corner of the screen. Doing so will prompt the Apple Watch to begin updating.
- Wait for your Apple Watch to update. The update process can take anywhere from a few minutes to over half an hour, so make sure that the Apple Watch stays on its charger until the update is complete.
- Tap when prompted. You'll do this on your iPhone's screen. This message signifies that the update is almost complete; once you see your Apple Watch's Watch Face appear, the update has been installed.
EditTurning Off Your Apple Watch - Wake up the Apple Watch's screen. Raise your Apple Watch wrist, or press either of the Apple Watch's physical buttons.
- Press and hold your Apple Watch's Power button. It's on the right side of the Apple Watch's screen.
- Release the button when the menu appears. When you see the "POWER OFF", "MEDICAL ID", and "EMERGENCY SOS" switches appear, you can release the Power button.
- Swipe the "POWER OFF" switch to the right. This will prompt your Apple Watch to shut down.
- You can turn back on your Apple Watch by pressing the Power button once. If your Apple Watch turns off due to a drained battery, this will prompt the Apple Watch to display a red battery outline until you connect the Apple Watch to a charger.
- Pressing and holding your Apple Watch's Power button will also bring up the Medical ID and Emergency SOS shortcut switches.
- You can view a list of your currently open apps by pressing the Power button once. Once the list is open, you can close the apps as you please.
- If you don't regularly update your Apple Watch, it will eventually function differently than described above.
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| How to Practice Proper Bowling Etiquette Posted: 04 Apr 2018 09:00 AM PDT Proper bowling etiquette is important for many reasons. First off, it helps make the game a more enjoyable experience for everyone involved, whether you are just having fun with friends or on a league. Second, it helps keep everyone and everything safe. Read this article if you'd like to know how you can have proper bowling etiquette next time you go out bowling. EditGeneral Etiquette Tips - Wear bowling shoes at all times while in the bowler's area. If you wear street shoes, you risk ruining the approaches and/or the equipment.
- When you are putting your bowling shoes on, be sure that you move them as far away from walkways as possible, to avoid anyone tripping on them.
- If your street shoes are wet or dirty, be sure that you take them off as far away from the lanes as possible. If you track water, mud, or anything else onto the lanes, then you run the risk of you or someone else falling flat on their face.
- Avoid eating or drinking while on the bowler's area. Something as simple as a drop of water could easily create a big hazard. Eat or drink either at a seating area that is usually located behind the general bowling area, or simply just away from all of the lanes.
- Avoid swearing or shouting. Even if you were really upset about a missed strike, remember that especially if you are at an open bowling session, and there are families with children there, they can likely hear you and it may cause them to be uncomfortable.
- Stay off of the approach unless it is your turn. If it is not your turn, either go to the seating area behind you or step out of any bowlers' ways. This can be an annoyance, especially if they were in the middle of throwing their ball and you walked in front of them.
- Make sure that you have permission to use another person's ball. If for whatever reason you need to use it, ask them politely, and make sure that you have a good reason. If they end up saying no, respect that and move on.
- If you need to use another person's ball because your ball is stuck, then simply let the next bowler on your lane know. Their ball may hit it, or theirs may become stuck too. If their ball becomes stuck too, go up to a worker and tell them that you have a couple of bowling balls that are stuck. It may take awhile to get them back, but it may also avoid someone from becoming upset that their ball was used.
EditWhen You Are Bowling - Be ready to take your turn immediately. Most likely, there are other bowlers on your lane who would like to bowl too. Therefore, when it is your turn, be sure you are walking up to the area immediately to avoid keeping everyone waiting.
- If you need to use the bathroom, try and time it out so you have a minute before your turn, and go as quick as possible. If you feel comfortable doing so, you can also designate someone to bowl for you if you do not come back in time so that no one is kept waiting.
- Wait until the pin setting machine has finished its entire cycle and the sweep bar is lifted completely before you bowl. While you should be ready to bowl immediately when it is your turn, wait until that short process is complete, because failing to do so could result in you damaging equipment or your ball, and it may also result in your ball getting stuck. [1]
- Avoid stepping over the foul line. It is dangerous to do so, because it can result in you getting oil on the approach, which can be dangerous for anyone who is walking on it. [2]
- Avoid throwing your ball down the wrong lane. Although you will likely be told if you are about to throw your ball down the wrong lane, you may not be. Therefore, it is important that you pay attention to which lane you are on at all times, because if you throw your ball down the wrong lane, the game will likely be delayed because the score will have to be changed.
- Step away from the approach immediately when your turn is finished. This will immediately open up the approach so that someone else can bowl right away, and it won't unnecessarily delay the game.
- Recognize that the bowler on the right is given priority. If it is your turn, and you as well as the person to the right of you are ready to bowl at the same time, let them go first. Step off of the approach and wait patiently for them to finish.
- If you notice that it is someone's turn, and they aren't paying attention, tap them on the shoulder, and say "_______ (name of person), it's your turn." They shouldn't get mad, and if they didn't realize, they may even be happy that you told them.
- If you happen to notice that someone is about to bowl on the wrong lane, be kind and let them know. As stated above, mistakes happen, and you'll likely save a few minutes of time, because that's a score that will not need to be changed.
- Be a good sport. During the game, congratulate someone if they got a strike or spare, and after the game, congratulate someone if they got a good score. If someone is doing bad, and they seem discouraged about it, let them know that it's okay, and everyone bowls bad games in bowling once in awhile.
- Help tidy up the area after you're finished. Bring back any bowling balls that you may have borrowed from the alley, as well as your shoes. You can also offer to bring up bowling balls or other things for anyone else you may have bowled with.
- Accidents do happen. Therefore, if your ball gets stuck, or if any incidents happen, be sure that you tell a worker. They will likely be happy you told them, and they'll either clean something up or give you paper towels if necessary, or do whatever is necessary if you have a problem on the lanes.
- If you have young children with you, make sure they exercise common courtesy. They may not fully understand that the bowler to their right must go first, but at least try to keep them from being overly rowdy and distracting the other people at the bowling alley.
- Giving tips to other bowlers you are with is fine, but avoid being overbearing. Being overbearing may cause them to get annoyed, and it may actually distract them when they are throwing their ball down the lane.
- Clean up any garbage at the end. Whether it be a cup, a bunch of napkins or even uneaten food, throw it away. This will prevent the workers at the lane from having to clean up a mess someone else made. If you don't know where any trash cans are, politely ask a worker, and they will usually tell you.
- Whether you are going to have someone bowl for you or not, be sure to alert a member of your group if you are using the restroom. It saves time because they won't wonder where you are. If you don't want someone to bowl for you, be sure to mention that too.
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| How to Protect Dog Paws Posted: 04 Apr 2018 01:00 AM PDT Dog paws normally stand up to a lot of wear and tear. However, there are some situations when a dog's paws can use added protection. When the weather is extreme, it's a good idea to protect your dog's paws by limiting their contact with hot or cold ground. Also, keep an eye out for hazards on the ground, and inspect for and treat paw injuries promptly. Overall, it's important to minimize the risks to your dog's paws, to check them on a regular basis, and to give them proper care if they do get injured. EditProtecting Your Dog's Paws in the Winter - Minimize your dog's time outside. When the weather is cold and there is snow or ice on the ground, contact with the frozen ground can injure your dog's paws. Limit your dog's time outside if the temperature is below freezing, so that its paws don't get damaged and the dog doesn't get too cold.[1]
- If your dog's paws are in contact with the freezing ground too long they could get frostbite, or the pads of their paws could become brittle and crack. Don't stand in the same spot for too long — it's better to stay constantly moving, even if you're just walking around in circles.
- A good rule to follow is not to keep your dog outside longer than you would stay outside. If you have taken the dog outside and you are ready to come in from the cold, so should your dog.
- Don't leave your dog in a kennel that's resting on frozen ground or its paws could freeze.
- Take your dog's breed and condition into consideration. Some dogs are better adept at dealing with the cold. If you have a small dog that has little body fat or thin fur, such as a chihuahua, then it should not spend much time outside in freezing conditions at all. If you have a husky with a thick coat, then it can spend a lot of time outside without any problems to its paws.
- A young, healthy dog is also more likely to thrive in cold weather than a very old dog. Take your dog's physical condition into consideration when taking it out in cold weather.
- The paws of dogs bred to live in cold temperatures are different from other dog paws. The blood in their paws is rewarmed faster and the pads themselves are made of more cold-resistant tissue.[2]
- Wipe down the dog's paws after contact with ice and snow. Once you have brought your dog in from the cold, be sure to remove any ice, snow, or water that has accumulated on its paws. This will help keep the paws healthy and will minimize the chance of frostbite or raw skin.[3]
- Be sure to check between the toes for ice and snow. Sometimes ice balls can form between a dog's toes. If you notice your dog limping during the walk, make sure there aren't ice balls stuck to its paws.
- Wiping down the paws can also remove some of the salt and chemicals that can accumulate on the surface of pads.
- Wash your dog's paws after contact with salt and chemicals. One of the major hazards for your dog's paws in winter is the salt or chemicals that are used to deice roads and sidewalks. Every time your dog spends a lot of time outside in areas that have been deiced, be sure to wash their paws afterward. Simply rinse the pads with warm water and then dry them off with a towel.[4]
- Salt and chemicals are dangerous for your dog. They can injure the surface of the pads. They can also be ingested if the dog cleans its pads with its tongue.
- Moisturize your dog's paws. If your dog spends any amount of time outside during the winter, it will likely need a bit of additional moisture added to its pads. Moisturizer for dog paws, commonly known as paw balm, can keep the pads supple and free of cracks or brittleness. Apply it both before and after your dog spends time in the cold.[5]
- Use a moisturizer that is designed for the pads of dog' paws. This type of moisturizer can be found at pet supply stores and from online retailers.
- You can also make your own paw balm out of common household ingredients, such as coconut oil, olive oil, and shea butter.
- Put booties on your dog's paws. If you plan to have your dog out in the ice and snow for a long time, you can get booties that will protect their paws. Dog booties are available at pet supply stores and online retailers. These booties can be hard for a dog to get used to though, so gradually acclimate your dog to them over several weeks before you need it to wear them for an extended period.[6]
- When buying booties for your dog, be sure to get the right size. You will need to measure your dog's paws and get a size that is designed for your dog's paw size.
- Make sure you get booties that have rubber soles and that are waterproof. These things will help protect the dog's paws and will give it stability on the ice or snow.
EditProtecting Your Dog's Paws in the Summer - Walk your dog at cooler times of day. If you want to take your dog for a long walk in the summer, do it when the ground will be at its coolest. Early in the morning or long after sunset are usually good times to take dogs for walks.
- In addition to protecting your dog's paws, walking it during cooler temperatures will protect it from getting heat exhaustion and dehydration.
- Check surface temperatures before taking your dog outside. When summer temperatures are high, it's important to protect your dog's paws from hot surfaces. One good way to do this is to go outside and touch the concrete before leading your dog onto it. It you can comfortably touch the concrete, then your dog's paws will be fine on it.[7]
- Sand can also become so hot that it burns your dog's paws. Be cautious and test the temperature of sand before you lead your dog onto it.
- Keep your dog on cooler surfaces. If you do take your dog outside during hot weather, make sure it is walking on grass or other cooler surfaces. Keeping your dog on vegetation will help it avoid burned pads.[8]
- Consider taking your dog for a walk on a bark or dirt path instead of a concrete path.
- Put paw protection on your dog. If your dog will put up with having something on its paws, you can use booties in the summer. Put them on your dog before taking it out in areas where it will walk on hot concrete or other hot surfaces.[9]
- Booties are also a good choice if you're taking your dog for a long hike. They'll protect its paws from cuts and scrapes.
- Treat burns on the pads. If your dog's pads do get burned by a hot surface, it's important to treat them so they can heal properly and quickly. If they have a slight burn, soak the pad in cool water, dry it off, apply a veterinary antibiotic, and then bandage them up. If the pads are severely burned, they should be treated by a veterinarian.[10]
- Signs that your dog's pads have minor burns include the dog slightly limping, being hesitant to walk, and licking the pads after a walk in the heat. However, with a minor burn the pads themselves will look normal.[11]
- Severe burns can be identified by looking at the pads. They will have areas that are discolored or blistered.
EditWatching for Paw Hazards in All Conditions - Keep your dog away from sharp objects on the ground. A dog's paws can be easily injured by walking on sharp or rough objects. Either keep your dog totally out of areas with sharp objects on the ground, or clean up the ground thoroughly before bringing your dog into one of these areas.[12]
- For example, keep your dog out of work areas where metal shavings or glass fragments could be on the ground.
- As a rule of thumb, don't have your dog walk anywhere where you wouldn't walk barefoot.
- Don't allow your dog near chemicals or toxins on the ground. If your dog walks through a toxic substance, it could injure the dog's paw. The dog could also ingest the substance when it licks its paw. For example, floor cleaners can contain chemicals that are hazardous for your dog.[13]
- When cleaning your floor with a strong chemical, keep your dog out of the area.
- Also look at the labels on your floor cleaners to make sure they are non-toxic to dogs.
- Check your dog's paws regularly for damage. In order to protect your dog's paws from serious injury, it's important to keep an eye on their condition. Inspecting them on a regular basis for cuts, cracks, or punctures can help you catch problems before they become serious.
- Inspect your dog's paws on at least a weekly basis, if not daily. Look at them more often if your dog is spending a lot of time outdoors or in areas where its paws could be injured.
- If you take your dog running or hiking, make sure you're checking its paws throughout your trip. If they look worn down, let your dog rest.
- Be sure to look between your dog's toes. When inspecting your dog's paws for damage, you also need to look for problems between the toes, most often due to thorns or burrs getting embedded there. Removing these items quickly is important because they can easily cause infection and pain.[14]
- If you spot a burr or thorn, use tweezers to remove it. Be gentle so that your dog is not resistant to your efforts, but also make sure you get a secure hold on the whole thing. A small piece that's broken off and left behind can be even harder to remove.
- If you cannot remove a burr or thorn completely, seek veterinary help. Leaving them embedded can create a severe infection and can impact your dog's ability to walk, so proper veterinary care is vital.
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