{"id":168232,"date":"2022-08-03T15:49:32","date_gmt":"2022-08-03T15:49:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/"},"modified":"2022-08-04T04:46:25","modified_gmt":"2022-08-04T04:46:25","slug":"how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I stop my dogs feet from smelling like corn chips?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_feet_from_smelling_like_corn_chips\" title=\"How do I stop my dogs feet from smelling like corn chips?\">How do I stop my dogs feet from smelling like corn chips?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_paws_from_smelling_like_Fritos\" title=\"How do I stop my dogs paws from smelling like Fritos?\">How do I stop my dogs paws from smelling like Fritos?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_does_my_dogs_paws_smell_like_corn_chips\" title=\"Why does my dog&#8217;s paws smell like corn chips?\">Why does my dog&#8217;s paws smell like corn chips?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#What_causes_Frito_feet_in_dogs\" title=\"What causes Frito feet in dogs?\">What causes Frito feet in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_feet_from_smelling\" title=\"How do I stop my dogs feet from smelling?\">How do I stop my dogs feet from smelling?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_a_tortilla_chip\" title=\"Why does my dog smell like a tortilla chip?\">Why does my dog smell like a tortilla chip?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_do_my_dogs_paws_smell_like_Fritos\" title=\"Why do my dogs paws smell like Fritos?\">Why do my dogs paws smell like Fritos?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#What_does_it_mean_when_your_dogs_paws_smell_like_corn_chips\" title=\"What does it mean when your dog&#8217;s paws smell like corn chips?\">What does it mean when your dog&#8217;s paws smell like corn chips?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_feet_from_smelling_like_corn_chips-2\" title=\"How do I stop my dog&#8217;s feet from smelling like corn chips?\">How do I stop my dog&#8217;s feet from smelling like corn chips?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_do_dogs_toes_smell_like_Doritos\" title=\"Why do dogs toes smell like Doritos?\">Why do dogs toes smell like Doritos?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_a_bag_of_Fritos\" title=\"Why does my dog smell like a bag of Fritos?\">Why does my dog smell like a bag of Fritos?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#How_do_you_treat_a_dogs_Frito_feet\" title=\"How do you treat a dog&#8217;s Frito feet?\">How do you treat a dog&#8217;s Frito feet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_rotten_feet\" title=\"Why does my dog smell like rotten feet?\">Why does my dog smell like rotten feet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#What_makes_feet_smell_like_Cornchips\" title=\"What makes feet smell like Cornchips?\">What makes feet smell like Cornchips?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#How_can_I_get_rid_of_my_dogs_stinky_feet\" title=\"How can I get rid of my dogs stinky feet?\">How can I get rid of my dogs stinky feet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Is_it_normal_for_my_dogs_feet_to_smell\" title=\"Is it normal for my dogs feet to smell?\">Is it normal for my dogs feet to smell?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_stinky_feet\" title=\"Why does my dog smell like stinky feet?\">Why does my dog smell like stinky feet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_smelling_his_feet\" title=\"Why does my dog keep smelling his feet?\">Why does my dog keep smelling his feet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_corn_tortillas\" title=\"Why does my dog smell like corn tortillas?\">Why does my dog smell like corn tortillas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_a_corn_chip\" title=\"Why does my dog smell like a corn chip?\">Why does my dog smell like a corn chip?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_smelling_like_corn_chips\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from smelling like corn chips?\">How do I stop my dog from smelling like corn chips?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_do_my_dogs_smell_like_Doritos\" title=\"Why do my dogs smell like Doritos?\">Why do my dogs smell like Doritos?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_do_my_dogs_paws_smell_like_corn_chips\" title=\"Why do my dog&#8217;s paws smell like corn chips?\">Why do my dog&#8217;s paws smell like corn chips?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_does_my_dogs_paws_smell_like_Doritos\" title=\"Why does my dog&#8217;s paws smell like Doritos?\">Why does my dog&#8217;s paws smell like Doritos?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-stop-my-dogs-feet-from-smelling-like-corn-chips\/#Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_tortilla_chips\" title=\"Why does my dog smell like tortilla chips?\">Why does my dog smell like tortilla chips?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_feet_from_smelling_like_corn_chips\"><\/span>How do I stop my dogs feet from smelling like corn chips?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to reduce the corn chip smell, <b>wash your dog&#8217;s feet regularly with a gentle, pet-approved shampoo. Dry thoroughly, paying special attention to the areas in between the toes. Trim any long hairs in between the toes as well, and while you&#8217;re at it, clip the toenails if they are too long.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-chips-harm-dogs\/\">Can chips harm dogs?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_paws_from_smelling_like_Fritos\"><\/span>How do I stop my dogs paws from smelling like Fritos?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Start by washing your dog&#8217;s paws with pet shampoo and making sure they&#8217;re rinsed and thoroughly dried. Use your thumb to gently spread the paw pads apart, and use pet hair clippers to carefully trim the hair between the pads.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dogs_paws_smell_like_corn_chips\"><\/span>Why does my dog&#8217;s paws smell like corn chips?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>When your dog&#8217;s paws have a bacteria called Pseudomonas and Proteus, their paws can give off a yeasty odor that does smell similar to corn chips. Additionally, because dogs sweat through their paws (Just as human feet sweat!), that sweat can activate the smell in this bacteria.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-191993\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-dogs-paws-smell-like-corn-chips.jpg\" alt=\"Why does my dog's paws smell like corn chips?\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-dogs-paws-smell-like-corn-chips.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-dogs-paws-smell-like-corn-chips-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-dogs-paws-smell-like-corn-chips-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-dogs-paws-smell-like-corn-chips-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_Frito_feet_in_dogs\"><\/span>What causes Frito feet in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The answer to why your dog&#8217;s feet smell like fritos is relatively simple. That corn chips smell is caused by <b>naturally occurring bacteria. Two types are typically involved, both of which give off a yeasty odor. Both the Pseudomonas and Proteus bacteria can cause the corn chip smell, and both are completely harmless.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_feet_from_smelling\"><\/span>How do I stop my dogs feet from smelling?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>When your dog&#8217;s paws have a bacteria called Pseudomonas and Proteus, their paws can give off a yeasty odor that does smell similar to corn chips. Additionally, because dogs sweat through their paws (Just as human feet sweat!), that sweat can activate the smell in this bacteria.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_a_tortilla_chip\"><\/span>Why does my dog smell like a tortilla chip?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You could <b>place your dog in a shallow area of water, and let their paws soak for five minutes. There are foot soak products you could purchase to do this, or you could make your own. A homemade recipe is to mix a gallon of water with 1 cup of apple cider vinegar and 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_my_dogs_paws_smell_like_Fritos\"><\/span>Why do my dogs paws smell like Fritos?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why Frito Feet Happens. Just like on human skin, some level of bacteria and fungi are always present. <b>When your dog&#8217;s paws have a bacteria called Pseudomonas and Proteus, their paws can give off a yeasty odor that does smell similar to corn chips<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_your_dogs_paws_smell_like_corn_chips\"><\/span>What does it mean when your dog&#8217;s paws smell like corn chips?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why Dog Paws Smell Like Fritos. Even the cleanest, healthiest pooch has trillions of bacteria and fungi living on their skin. That yeasty, corn chip smell is actually <b>a normal byproduct of harmless bacteria, usually Proteus or Pseudomonas, both of which are naturally present in our environment.<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"When Dog Paws Smell Like Corn Chips\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YKn6sp7kptg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_feet_from_smelling_like_corn_chips-2\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog&#8217;s feet from smelling like corn chips?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to reduce the corn chip smell, <b>wash your dog&#8217;s feet regularly with a gentle, pet-approved shampoo. Dry thoroughly, paying special attention to the areas in between the toes. Trim any long hairs in between the toes as well, and while you&#8217;re at it, clip the toenails if they are too long.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_toes_smell_like_Doritos\"><\/span>Why do dogs toes smell like Doritos?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Start by washing your dog&#8217;s paws with pet shampoo and making sure they&#8217;re rinsed and thoroughly dried. Use your thumb to gently spread the paw pads apart, and use pet hair clippers to carefully trim the hair between the pads.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_a_bag_of_Fritos\"><\/span>Why does my dog smell like a bag of Fritos?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s Natural! The odor on your pet&#8217;s paws is typically nothing to worry about. Bacteria and fungi live on the skin and, when in balance, is healthy and normal. <b>The Fritos feet phenomenon is from a bacteria called Pseudomonas and Proteus, which give off a yeasty odor that can smell like corn chips.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_a_dogs_Frito_feet\"><\/span>How do you treat a dog&#8217;s Frito feet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to reduce the corn chip smell, <b>wash your dog&#8217;s feet regularly with a gentle, pet-approved shampoo. Dry thoroughly, paying special attention to the areas in between the toes. Trim any long hairs in between the toes as well, and while you&#8217;re at it, clip the toenails if they are too long.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_rotten_feet\"><\/span>Why does my dog smell like rotten feet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Start by washing your dog&#8217;s paws with pet shampoo and making sure they&#8217;re rinsed and thoroughly dried. Use your thumb to gently spread the paw pads apart, and use pet hair clippers to carefully trim the hair between the pads.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Dog Bad Smell Problem in Summer - How to Control Dog Odor? Hair Shedding Problem | Baadal Bhandaari\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/exppJIjvlmQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_feet_smell_like_Cornchips\"><\/span>What makes feet smell like Cornchips?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yeast Infection.<\/b> An overgrowth of yeast is a fairly common problem for dogs and causes a pungent, musty smell that will remind you of moldy bread or cheese popcorn, and can result in ear problems, stinky paws, and smelly skin.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_get_rid_of_my_dogs_stinky_feet\"><\/span>How can I get rid of my dogs stinky feet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to reduce the corn chip smell, <b>wash your dog&#8217;s feet regularly with a gentle, pet-approved shampoo. Dry thoroughly, paying special attention to the areas in between the toes. Trim any long hairs in between the toes as well, and while you&#8217;re at it, clip the toenails if they are too long.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_my_dogs_feet_to_smell\"><\/span>Is it normal for my dogs feet to smell?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why Dog Paws Smell Like Fritos. Even the cleanest, healthiest pooch has trillions of bacteria and fungi living on their skin. <b>That yeasty, corn chip smell is actually a normal byproduct of harmless bacteria, usually Proteus or Pseudomonas, both of which are naturally present in our environment.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_stinky_feet\"><\/span>Why does my dog smell like stinky feet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yeast Infection.<\/b> An overgrowth of yeast is a fairly common problem for dogs and causes a pungent, musty smell that will remind you of moldy bread or cheese popcorn, and can result in ear problems, stinky paws, and smelly skin.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-191994\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-dog-smell-like-stinky-feet.jpg\" alt=\"Why does my dog smell like stinky feet?\" width=\"725\" height=\"483\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-dog-smell-like-stinky-feet.jpg 725w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Why-does-my-dog-smell-like-stinky-feet-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 725px) 100vw, 725px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_smelling_his_feet\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep smelling his feet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The odor on your pet&#8217;s paws is typically nothing to worry about. Bacteria and fungi live on the skin and, when in balance, is healthy and normal. <b>The Fritos feet phenomenon is from a bacteria called Pseudomonas and Proteus, which give off a yeasty odor that can smell like corn chips.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_corn_tortillas\"><\/span>Why does my dog smell like corn tortillas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The real culprit in that corn chip smell, though, is the <b>Proteus bacteria, which smells like slightly sweet corn tortillas and seems to intensify after dogs sleep, possibly because the heat generated by a sleeping dog encourages bacterial activity.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_a_corn_chip\"><\/span>Why does my dog smell like a corn chip?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>When your dog&#8217;s paws have a bacteria called Pseudomonas and Proteus, their paws can give off a yeasty odor that does smell similar to corn chips. Additionally, because dogs sweat through their paws (Just as human feet sweat!), that sweat can activate the smell in this bacteria.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_smelling_like_corn_chips\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from smelling like corn chips?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to reduce the corn chip smell, <b>wash your dog&#8217;s feet regularly with a gentle, pet-approved shampoo. Dry thoroughly, paying special attention to the areas in between the toes. Trim any long hairs in between the toes as well, and while you&#8217;re at it, clip the toenails if they are too long.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_my_dogs_smell_like_Doritos\"><\/span>Why do my dogs smell like Doritos?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Dorito or corn chip smell on some dog&#8217;s paws can be attributed to <b>natural bacteria found on their paws. So most of the time there isn&#8217;t anything to be concerned about. Remember, dogs can sweat through the pads on their paws just like how people sweat through their feet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_my_dogs_paws_smell_like_corn_chips\"><\/span>Why do my dog&#8217;s paws smell like corn chips?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to reduce the corn chip smell, <b>wash your dog&#8217;s feet regularly with a gentle, pet-approved shampoo. Dry thoroughly, paying special attention to the areas in between the toes. Trim any long hairs in between the toes as well, and while you&#8217;re at it, clip the toenails if they are too long.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dogs_paws_smell_like_Doritos\"><\/span>Why does my dog&#8217;s paws smell like Doritos?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Start by washing your dog&#8217;s paws with pet shampoo and making sure they&#8217;re rinsed and thoroughly dried. Use your thumb to gently spread the paw pads apart, and use pet hair clippers to carefully trim the hair between the pads.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Do Your Dog\u2019s Paws Smell Like Fritos?\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/30_QRAC6XOU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_smell_like_tortilla_chips\"><\/span>Why does my dog smell like tortilla chips?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to reduce the corn chip smell, <b>wash your dog&#8217;s feet regularly with a gentle, pet-approved shampoo. Dry thoroughly, paying special attention to the areas in between the toes. 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