sudden bad smell from dog

A sudden bad smell from a dog may be due to poor hygiene or a skin disease. In most cases, long-term neglect of the dog's oral cavity, ears, paw pads, and anus can lead to a foul smell. It is recommended that the owner gradually check the dog's body parts, determine whether there is a sticky black secretion inside the ears, if there is a strange smell after opening the mouth, if there is a purulent secretion on the paw pads, and if the anal glands can secrete liquid.

1. Bad smell from dog's anus

Dogs have anal glands, and long-term neglect of cleaning them can lead to blockage and inflammation. To address this, it is recommended that the owner clean the dog once every two weeks. When cleaning, wear gloves and place the thumb and index finger in the 2 and 8 o'clock positions, then gently squeeze the glands until no substance flows from the anus. If the secretion is purulent or bloody, consult a veterinarian. Additionally, dogs with distemper or parvovirus may also have a bad smell from the anus, accompanied by repeated fever, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and loss of appetite. Owners need to distinguish between this and anal gland blockage and take the dog to the vet for antiviral treatment.

1. Bad smell from dog's ears

If a dog's ears have a bad smell and black purulent secretions, it may indicate an ear mite infection. To deal with an ear mite infection, follow these steps: First, lay the dog on its side, then pour ear cleaning solution into the ear until you can see the liquid level. Gently massage for 1-3 minutes, then wrap the dog's head with a gauze or towel to make it shake out the secretions. Use a cotton swab to clean the outer ear. Secondly, after cleaning the ear secretions, drop ear mite medicine into the dog's ear, gently massaging the ear canal to allow the medicine to soak in. Generally, the medicine needs to be used continuously for about 7 days. It is also necessary to give the dog an external parasite prevention treatment once a month.