We've noticed Soba have patches of receeding fur on his paws for a few weeks (similiar to the picture below). So, we decided to get him checked out by the vet just to make sure it wasn't anything too serious. The good news is that it wasn't cause by nutritional deficiencies, parasites or infections. However, the bad news is that the Vet couldn't give us a diagnosis. He thinks it is some sort of allergies caused by the environment. He sent us home with a spray and shampoo for Soba's paws and also told us not to switch his food.
So I've been thinking maybe our hikes up the hills near us may have caused this? Soba doesn't stay on the trail when we hike. He likes to wander and sniff around in the grass and dirt. Also, I've been guilty of feeding him human food like carrots, bread, cheese, etc. This probably contributed to this issue. So, from now on until his condition improves, no more hikes up the trail and no more human food!! =(
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