Nose & Paw Balm
Soothing balm treatments for dry noses and cracked paw pads — the finishing touch to any groom in Murrumba Downs.
Complete Paw & Nose Care
Noses and paw pads do the hardest, most exposed work on a dog’s body — and Queensland is tough on both. Hot footpaths in summer, dry air in winter, sand, salt water and concrete all take their toll, leaving pads rough and cracked and noses dry and flaky. Our nose and paw balm treatment is a simple, soothing add-on to any groom at our Murrumba Downs salon: a nourishing, dog-safe balm massaged into each paw pad and applied gently to the nose, for $6. Small service, real difference — especially for dogs who walk daily on hard surfaces.
It’s the finishing touch that turns a great groom into a complete one: coat washed and styled, nails clipped and filed, ears cleaned, and paws and nose conditioned and protected on the way out the door. Many of our regulars simply have it added to every visit.
The problems we solve
- Rough, cracked paw pads from hot footpaths and hard surfaces
- Dry, crusty or flaky noses, common in older dogs and short-faced breeds
- Post-beach and post-park paw dryness from sand and salt water
- Winter-dry pads that snag on carpet
- Licking and chewing at dry, irritated paws
What we do / What's included
- Paw pads checked while your dog is already relaxed from their groom
- Dog-safe nourishing balm massaged into every pad
- Gentle balm application to the nose
- A quick report on anything unusual — cracks, redness, interdigital irritation
- $6 as an add-on to any bath or groom
- Advice on home paw care between visits
Do's and Don'ts
Do
- Test the footpath with the back of your hand in summer — too hot for five seconds, too hot for paws
- Rinse and dry paws after beach trips and creek swims
- Add balm to grooming visits year-round; prevention beats repair
- Check between the toes occasionally for grass seeds, especially in spring
Don't
- Use human moisturisers or balms — dogs lick their paws, so ingredients matter
- Walk dogs on hot asphalt in the middle of a summer day
- Ignore persistent paw-licking; if balm and rest don't settle it, see your vet
- Peel or trim cracked pad edges at home
Frequently Asked Questions
$6 as an add-on to any bath or groom.
Yes — we use dog-safe balms formulated to be lick-tolerant, unlike human skincare products.
At every groom is a good rhythm; in peak summer or very dry winters, ask us about applying more often at home.
Mild dryness is common, especially in seniors and short-faced breeds, and balm helps. Cracking, bleeding or colour change is a vet question.
It softens and conditions them and supports healing; deep or bleeding cracks should see a vet first.
More than you'd think — air conditioning and low activity produce dry, soft pads that crack when the weekend adventure comes.
If licking is driven by dryness, often yes. Allergy-driven licking needs a vet conversation.
We massage the balm in well and use appropriate amounts — dogs walk out without greasy footprints.
Ask at your visit — we're happy to recommend products and show you how to apply them properly.
No — it can be added to any service, even a quick nail trim, at our Murrumba Downs salon.