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Why does my dog still smell bad right after she gets a bath?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shorkie | Female | spayed | 10 years and 11 months old | 25 lbs

What can be used on a dog, that sweats excessively? She even sweats after being bathed, and starts to stink again.

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on July 14th, 2019

Hi there. Dogs don't sweat through their skin, only their paw pads - so if Mollie has a persistent odor, this is likely due to some other problem such as a bacterial or fungal skin infection, impacted anal glands, an ear infection, or some other issue. I would recommend taking her to the vet for an exam to determine what is causing the odor. He/she should be able to prescribe a medicated shampoo or other treatment for the underlying problem, depending on what is found.

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