Why does my dog smell bad even though I just gave him a bath? It might even smell like it's rotting. Is he sick? If you have a long-haired dog, you might not notice wounds immediately because of their long fur, and you might overlook scabs and pus buildup. You only realize something is wrong when it starts smelling bad. In this case, you need to deal with it quickly to prevent a minor illness from becoming a serious one!

Warm and humid conditions breed mold: Dogs can develop skin diseases due to changes in the environment and seasons, or problems with their own immune system. Taiwan is rainy and humid all year round, especially in the north where it is often hot and humid. With high temperatures, mold can easily grow. If a dog's immune system is also compromised and its resistance is low, this is the time when mold can invade the dog.

Fungal infections can occur all over the skin, causing red or black scabs to form in areas of hair loss. If your dog has a fungal infection, how should it be treated? There are over-the-counter antifungal washes or solutions, or oral medications to inhibit fungal growth. It's best to consult a veterinarian to determine which is most suitable for your dog.

Strong immunity, not afraid of Demodex mites: Besides fungal infections, what else can cause scabs and pus in dogs? In fact, scabies mites and Demodex mites can also cause pus and foul odor.

You might not know that Demodex mites actually live on dogs all the time, usually parasitizing their skin, face, or limbs. So why don't dogs get sick from them? That's because when dogs are healthy and have a normal immune system, the Demodex mites are suppressed and don't cause problems. Also, Demodex mites aren't contagious from one dog to another; they are transmitted vertically. When a mother dog with Demodex mites gives birth or nurses, the mites are transmitted vertically to her puppies, but because their immune systems are normal, they don't develop the disease. Demodex mites often cause a bacterial and fungal infection, which is why they have a foul odor.

Scabies is zoonotic: Canine scabies is a skin disease caused by a pathogenic dust mite parasite. It can lead to purulent dermatitis due to bacterial infection, and therefore has a foul odor. However, unlike Demodex folliculitis, this skin disease is transmitted through contact and is a zoonotic infectious disease.

In fact, these canine skin diseases are preventable. Simply improving your dog's immunity or reducing contact with unfamiliar dogs and cats can lower the risk of illness.

Source: https://www.loveupets.com/report_detail_pc.php?id=1015