Palmoplantar Keratoderma is a genetic condition that typically appears between 10 weeks and 1 year of age. Affected dogs develop painful thickening of the paw pads, with keratinous proliferations and fissures localized to the areas in contact with the ground. These fissures can lead to secondary infections and may cause lameness or reluctance to walk. The nails and other areas of the skin do not appear to be affected, and no other associated skin signs have been reported.
