11/08/2023
“Why does my dog smell so bad?”
This is the NUMBER ONE question I get. So let’s talk about stinky dogs! There are a ton of reason a dog can stink but the top reason are:
1. Ear infections- Any dog can get an ear infection some breeds are more likely to get them, but if your dogs head smells icky all the time no matter what you do… Take them to the vet and have them check the ears out!
2. Dermatitis- Skin disorder. So many dogs have dermatitis and their owner has NO idea! It can be caused by allergies, fungus, diet, and so many other things. There are some tell tale signs, one of which being smelly. Worsening cases have symptoms of red and itchy skin, greasy skin, flaky skin, and hair loss.
3. Dental disease- At the vet they will always ask you if you’re brushing your dog’s teeth. You definitely should be brushing, incorporating teething toys or bones or taking your pet to vet for routine dental cleanings. Dental disease in dogs is not only very smelly but SO painful for the dogs and can cause more issues other than dental pain and smelly mouth.
4. Kidney disease- Dogs with kidney problems or continuous UTIs have a very distinct and musty smell to them. If you’ve had EVERYTHING else checked and your dog still seems to just have a foul odor, get their kidneys checked too.
5. Normal pet odor- So dogs just sometimes stink. They sweat through their paws so dogs feet actually are what stinks. If you know your dog is very healthy with no issues and they get regularly groomed, try washing their feet! You’d be surprised how much it helps!
Of course there’s tons of other reasons but these are the top causes of smelly pups. If your dog is smelly, call me and I’ll come by and help 😁