Updated September 25, 2026. Fact-checked against veterinary sources; review by a licensed veterinarian is in progress. See our editorial policy.
Quick answer: Burt’s Bees for Pets Paw & Nose Lotion is a moisturizing product for dogs’ dry paw pads and noses. Balms like this can soothe mild dryness. But a crusty, cracked, or thickened nose or paw pads can signal conditions like hyperkeratosis, allergies, autoimmune disease, or infection, which need a vet diagnosis. Dogs lick their noses and paws, so choose products made for pets and use small amounts.
When a balm may help
- Mild dryness from weather or low humidity
- Rough pads from rough surfaces
Ingredient cautions
- Use products made for dogs, since human lotions may contain zinc, fragrances, or other ingredients unsafe to lick
- Some plant oils and fragrances can irritate sensitive skin
- Keep dog products away from cats, which are more sensitive to many plant oils
See a vet if you notice
- Thick, crusty, or cracked nose or pads
- Loss of pigment or sores on the nose
- Bleeding, swelling, or limping
- Itching or licking that doesn’t improve
Tips
- Apply a thin layer and distract your dog for a few minutes so it absorbs
- Stop use if redness or itching increases
Sources
- Merck Veterinary Manual: Footpad disorders
- Merck Veterinary Manual: Hyperkeratosis in dogs
- Pet Poison Helpline: Essential oils
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