How do I keep my dog for stinking so bad?

Counselor2014-03-18T09:44:00Z

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You need to identify the source of the odor. Does your dog roll in something? Give your dog a bath, but not more than once a week. Their skin dries out too much if done more frequently. If the odor is from his/her breathe, consider changing dog food. Vets. also suggest you brush your dogs teeth. I have found that changing their diet (watch what treats you give) makes a big difference.

?2014-03-18T09:40:22Z

That would depend on what's causing the 'stink'. Usually, unless a dog is rolling in something nasty, the problem areas can be ears, teeth/gums and perhaps anal glands. Healthy dogs shouldn't smell bad so I'd maybe start by getting a health check.

TK2014-03-18T10:03:19Z

Why is it stinking? Some medical disorders and diseases cause bad body odor. Dirty teeth also create a bad odor. You need to know why the dog has the odor in order to know how to treat it.
Time for a veterinary examination; make the appointment.

Donna Reed2014-03-18T09:49:38Z

What the others said. If he has skin allergies you may want to switch food. Raw is the best.

4Her4Life2014-03-18T09:48:57Z

(1) Check anal glands for leakage, teeth for rot, and ears for infection

(2) Brush and bathe the dog

(3) Switch to a grain-free diet to reduce gas and improve skin and coat health (and therefore reduce smell)

(4) Remove dog's access to nasty things to roll in!