{"id":10098,"date":"2020-08-30T07:00:43","date_gmt":"2020-08-30T06:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-gb\/?p=10098"},"modified":"2020-08-30T07:00:43","modified_gmt":"2020-08-30T06:00:43","slug":"why-does-my-dog-smell-bad-6-reasons-why-he-may-be-less-than-daisy-fresh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-gb\/why-does-my-dog-smell-bad-6-reasons-why-he-may-be-less-than-daisy-fresh\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my dog smell bad? 6 reasons why he may be less than daisy fresh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You don\u2019t have to live in an area where your dog gets sprayed by a skunk to experience bad smells coming from your dog.&nbsp; There are a number of reasons why your dog may be smelling a lot less than daisy fresh.&nbsp; If you\u2019ve been asking \u201cwhy does my dog smell bad?\u201d, we highlight 6 possible reasons and what you can do to help make your dog more comfortable and have a better aroma.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Wet dog<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one reason that can more easily be addressed.\u00a0 Whenever a dog gets wet, whether from jumping in a stream or after a walk in the rain there is the potential for him to start to smell bad. Microorganisms in your dog&#8217;s fur tend to emit unpleasant odours when they become wet.\u00a0 In order to avoid these you\u2019ll need to use a hair dryer to get the dog\u2019s coat fully dry.\u00a0 To avoid that wet dog smell permeating your car after a rainy excursion, simply add a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"rubber boot liner, (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travall.co.uk\/boot-mat-liner\" target=\"_blank\">rubber boot liner,<\/a> which allows for easy clean up when you get back home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Bad breath<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bad breath most often is the result of dental hygiene issues.&nbsp; How often are you brushing your dog\u2019s teeth to eliminate the tartar build up, dental infections and gum disease? Why not check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-gb\/dental-care-for-dogs-keeping-gnashers-gnashers-in-great-shape\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"blog post for tips on improving the dental hygiene of your dog (opens in a new tab)\">blog post for tips on improving the dental hygiene of your dog<\/a>.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are thorough with your dog\u2019s dental hygiene it is possible that the bad breath odours are from another source such as respiratory or gastrointestinal issues.&nbsp; Check with your vet to see if this is the case with your dog.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Ear infection<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some dog breeds are particularly prone to ear infections. If the smell from your dog&#8217;s ears is mild, it is likely resolved with an appropriate ear cleanser.\u00a0 For stronger more pungent smells, contact your vet for advice and treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Anal glands<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many dogs experience issues with their anal glands at some point in their lives.\u00a0 If your dog suddenly starts scooting around on his behind, has difficulties with defecation or you smell a fish-like odour, it\u2019s time to contact the vet.\u00a0 Treatment may be in the form of expressing the glands to make your dog\u2019s rear end more comfortable and less stinky too.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Skin issues<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Skin issues that cause bad smells are particularly problematic for dog breeds with overlapping folds of skin such as pugs or shar peis. These folds need to be regularly cleaned and dried to prevent bad odours.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other skin infections can also cause odours so if you notice skin problems with your dog it\u2019s worth taking a trip to the vet to get them checked out and to ensure your dog is comfortable as well as better smelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Gas<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Occasional flatulence is perfectly normal in a dog.&nbsp; However, if your dog is regularly emitting noxious fumes from his rear end, a check up with the vet is recommended for solutions to this issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Information given in this article is not a substitute for advice from a qualified medical professional. &nbsp;Please consult a veterinarian for advice specific to your dog.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You don\u2019t have to live in an area where your dog gets sprayed by a skunk to experience bad smells coming from your dog.&nbsp; There are a number of reasons why your dog may be smelling a lot less than daisy fresh.&nbsp; If you\u2019ve been asking \u201cwhy does my dog smell bad?\u201d, we highlight 6 &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-gb\/why-does-my-dog-smell-bad-6-reasons-why-he-may-be-less-than-daisy-fresh\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Why does my dog smell bad? 6 reasons why he may be less than daisy fresh<\/span>Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":10105,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[47],"tags":[1437,1438,1439,1440],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v14.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Why does my dog smell bad? 6 reasons he may be less than daisy fresh<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you&#039;ve been asking &quot;Why does my dog smell bad?&quot; you&#039;re not alone. 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