What is going on with my cat's paw pads peeling?

The main causes of cat paw pad peeling are:

Normal skin metabolism in cats: The skin of the paws often comes into contact with the ground, causing the skin to thicken with keratin. When the skin tissue renews, peeling occurs. This is a normal phenomenon and cat owners need not be alarmed. Just provide a comfortable and clean indoor environment for your cat.
Vitamin B deficiency in cats: This occurs mainly due to long-term feeding of a single type of food. If a cat lacks vitamin B, it can lead to peeling of the paw pads. Cat owners should pay attention to providing a diverse diet for their cats and add an appropriate amount of vitamins to their food.
Dry weather can also cause skin dehydration in cats, resulting in dry, tight, and peeling paw pads. If the peeling is not severe, cats can be given more water to drink. Additionally, apply pet-specific moisturizing and nourishing care products to the paw pads, such as Vaseline cream. If the skin of the paw pads cracks or even bleeds due to dryness, it is necessary to clean and disinfect the wounds, and apply simple bandages if necessary.
Cats can develop skin diseases, including bacterial or fungal infections, such as ringworm. Symptoms include itching, hair loss, and even moss-like growths and crusting. In this case, consult a veterinarian for relevant examinations to determine the cause. If it is a fungal infection, targeted drug treatment against fungi and bacteria will be effective.
Frequent bathing or allergic reactions to shampoo can also cause peeling. In this case, reduce the frequency of bathing and choose pet-specific shampoos that are gentle and non-irritating to prevent further peeling.