Why do my dogs feet smell like fritos?

This corn chips smell is usually caused by some bacteria that are completely natural yet give off a kind of yeasty odor, particularly the bacteria Proteus or Pseudomonas. Many pet owners say they actually ENJOY this smell, so you can relax. However, if your dog's foot odor seems particularly stinky, keep reading… read more

The short answer: It’s probably just your dog’s natural odor. As with humans, regular and proper hygiene will certainly help keep the stink down. Since no one has invented Odor Eaters for pets yet (perhaps this is another project for Allen Simon), the ball is in your court. read more

The smell doesn't speak to the quality of the grub you're feeding your dog. It isn't that your dog is eating food with a lot of corn used as filler that makes his paws smell like corn chips. The Frito odor, it turns out, is a totally natural and common effect of the bacteria that live on even the cleanest dog paws. read more

If you're overwhelmed by the smell, you can try scrubbing your doggy's paws more often. But really, Frito feet are better than stinky feet, so give your pooch a break and a treat for good measure. read more