When these glands are active, they leave the nose and paw pads slightly moist and help these specialized skin features maintain their functional properties. The odor associated with dog paw pads is much more noticeable on dogs with moist paw pads than on those with dry pads.
When these glands are active, they produce a slight moisture on the nose and paw pads, aiding in maintaining their functional properties. The scent emanating from dog paw pads is more pronounced on dogs with moist pads compared to those with dry ones.