Your dog certainly has her own unique “doggy” smell, but it shouldn’t be unpleasant or particularly strong. If your dog has a persistent “stinky dog” smell, it could be due to an overgrowth of yeast. Yeast is a spore-like type of fungi that reproduces via a process known as budding, in which portions of the organism’s cell-body break off to form a whole new yeast organism.
Many dogs suffer from yeast infections of the skin and ears; they’re often caused by a type of yeast known as Malassezia pachydermatis (M. pachydermatis).
It’s normal for these organisms to inhabit your dog’s skin, but when they begin to reproduce uncontrollably, infection develops.
If your dog is immunocompromised or on antibiotic therapy, she may be unable to control yeast overgrowth.
The most common spot for yeast infections is the ears; itching is a common yeast infection symptom, which can range from mild to severe.
The most important element to addressing a chronic yeast infection is diet; dogs with yeast need an "anti-yeast diet," which is also anti-inflammatory and species-specific.
You’ll also need to disinfect that area of your dog’s body where the yeast is present on a regular basis, via ear cleaning, bathing and/or foot soaks.
Many dogs with yeast infections improve solely from dietary changes and baths two to three times a week; it takes time and dedication but is effective and less toxic than using antifungal drugs.
Article link: [ Ссылка ]
[ Ссылка ] Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian, talks about yeast infections, especially of the skin and ears.
Subscribe for the latest pet news and get recipes from my eBook for FREE: [ Ссылка ]
Visit our website:
[ Ссылка ]
Listen to our podcasts: [ Ссылка ]
Spotify: [ Ссылка ]
Find us on Social Media:
Facebook: [ Ссылка ]
MeWe: [ Ссылка ]
Instagram: [ Ссылка ]
Twitter: [ Ссылка ]
