Urgent: My dog has a thorn between her pads

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I was out walking my dog in the woods and she got a thorn stuck between her paw pads. She wasn't actually limping, but when she stood still, she wouldn't put her paw on the ground. I've managed to get the thorn out using tweezers, but what's the best way to disinfect her paw?

Many thanks in advance!

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    Just a quick question, when will she be able to go for walks outside? Because at the moment she's just staying on a clean towel. Thanks in advance!
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    No, I haven't bought a long lead yet as the shops are shut today. My neighbour gave me some antiseptic. I hope it'll be okay. Thanks a lot.
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    PS, have you tried letting her off with a long lead?
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    Yeah, as @mamie persan said, disinfect it with some Betadine. Give it a good wash between the pads and then disinfect it.

    It’s nothing serious.

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    Thanks, I'll give that a go. Wouldn't it be better to put their paws in some plain, lukewarm water first?
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    Apply some Betadine to the wound.

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