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Dog Paw Care: Expert Guidance for Every Season

Calcium chloride ice melt pellet on dog paw pad showing chemical contact that causes burns

Ice Melt vs Dog Paws: A Chicago Vet's Chemical Breakdown

Not all ice melt is equally dangerous to dog paws. A Chicago veterinarian breaks down the chemistry of calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, and sodium chloride—explaining why some compounds cause severe burns at concentrations as low as 10% while others are relatively safer. Learn which chemicals to avoid and what actually protects paws.

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