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My dog's neck is always wet and smells bad. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | 3 years and 6 months old | 30 lbs

my dog is one issue his neck outside always wet and very bad smell please suggest

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 27th, 2018

This sounds like your dog has a bacterial or fungal skin infection on his neck. You will need to take Mike to a pet doctor for an exam. The veterinarian will clip and clean the area, disinfect it and then prescribe medication to treat it.

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