Paw
A paw is the soft foot of a mammal that has claws or nails. A hard foot is called a hoof. Paws are used to pad feet for walking and reduce friction.
Front paw of dog showing A) claw, B) digital pads, C) metacarpal pad, D) dew claw, E) carpal pad
Animals with paws
- Members of the Canidae family, such as dogs and foxes
- Felines, such as cats and tigers
- Bears and Raccoons
- Weasels and other mustelids
- Rodents
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