Clean your dog’s paws after a walk to ensure healthier homes, avoid allergies and infections; here’s a quick guide to protect your pet’s health

You return from a brisk evening walk, your dog wagging happily, eager to dash inside. But before you know it, those paws have left a trail of mud across the rug or a faint chemical smell on the couch. What feels like a minor mess is actually a bigger concern, because every step your dog takes outdoors brings home more than just dirt.