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doxieparents
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Oct 23, 2014

Stinky dog

Our 3 y/o rescued doxie, Maddie, every once in awhile...maybe once a week or so...puts off a nasty odor. Not sure if it is coming from the butt or vaginal area. She acts peculiar when this happens. Could this be coming from the anal glands?? We have a vet appt. tomorrow. Thanks for reply.
  • donn0128's avatar
    donn0128
    Explorer II
    Oct 23, 2014
    Food! I bet it is what your feeding her. lamb is one ingredient that will make dogs fart terribly
  • otis-agnes's avatar
    otis-agnes
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    Oct 23, 2014
    I know that smell... it's awful! Penny, 2 yr old golden mix, has the same stench every once in a while. I think it's from the anal gland. Curious to hear what your vet says. Agnes
  • brewjaz's avatar
    brewjaz
    Explorer
    Oct 23, 2014
    Taking her to the vet is the best thing if you're not sure. Please let us know what they say.
  • doxieparents's avatar
    doxieparents
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    Oct 23, 2014
    Donn0128...thanks for the reply, but, trust me...this odor is not from farting!!!!!
  • Murphsmom's avatar
    Murphsmom
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    Oct 23, 2014
    Lamb dog food is the only one that our dogs don't get the massive farts from. Now chicken on the other hand.......
  • doxiemom11's avatar
    doxiemom11
    Explorer II
    Oct 23, 2014
    Anal glands probably and she acts funny because they are probably full, impacted and she is uncomfortable. They can become infected if neglected also - could be an infection starting. What did the vet say?
  • doxieparents's avatar
    doxieparents
    Explorer
    Oct 23, 2014
    Doxiemom11...our appointment is tomorrow at 11. Will let you know what the problem is/was.
  • Crowe's avatar
    Crowe
    Explorer
    Oct 24, 2014
    If it's a skunk-like smell then it's the anal glands. As stated, they may occasionally need to be expressed. It happens to our ESPs sometimes if they get really stressed or constipated.

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