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My dachshunds stink. What causes persistent dog odor after baths?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

MY SON HAS 3 DASHTONS DOGS N THEY REALLY STINK N THEY GET BATHED CONSTANTLY N THEIR BLANKETS WASHED ALOT N THEY REALLY STINK. THEY CONSTANTLY LICK EACH OTHER N CANT GET THEMTOSTOP....IS THIS WHAT MAKES THEM STINK SO BAD N ALL THE TIME...WHAT CAN I DO

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Answered By Mara Howard, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 19th, 2019

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I’m sorry to hear you’re struggling with your dachshunds’ odor. Do they have any underlying skin, dental, or anal gland issues? Any of these could contribute to what you are smelling. I would recommend they have a thorough physical with a veterinarian to determine if there is an underlying issue contributing to the odor, and get any suggestions on a shampoo that may help. Good luck!

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