Doodle with stinky feels. Any help?

[Bigfoot]

I have a 3 years old F1 labradoodle that has 4 really stinkly paws. my doodle's body has a very sweet smells to but his paws has a smell of old chees. I try washing his paws but it still does not help. At night my dooodle loves to clean himself (licking his faws) and that smell is made worst when its wet. any idea on how to improve my situationo. but besides his stinkly feel our family loves him to death.

[mtd885]

Sounds like you have one of these [img][/img]
Seriously we do wipe Abby's paws and privates after a walk since she is allowed on the bed

[doodledash]

Mmm i mentioned this on another forum and they said warm salt water to bathe them in
Freya has cheesy feet too,but not as bad as my OH only joking dear,i will have to be careful he posts on here

[my Boo]

Bigfoot- does your doods feet smell yeasty? Can you tell if the fur in the paws is reddish brown? (Though you may not be able to tell on dark colored fur...) Boo has yeasty feet and those are some of the symptoms. Licking the feet is another symptom, and it actually adds to the problem (moist environment is great for yeast). Allergies can also make a dog lick or chew their feet.

[mtd885]

Originally Posted by my Boo

Bigfoot- does your doods feet smell yeasty? Can you tell if the fur in the paws is reddish brown? (Though you may not be able to tell on dark colored fur...) Boo has yeasty feet and those are some of the symptoms. Licking the feet is another symptom, and it actually adds to the problem (moist environment is great for yeast). Allergies can also make a dog lick or chew their feet.

What's the cure for yeast?

[tykesmom]

Originally Posted by mtd885

Sounds like you have one of these [img][/img]
Seriously we do wipe Abby's paws and privates after a walk since she is allowed on the bed

Tyke's feet smell like cheeto's or popcorn too - I think it must be a doodle thing!

[lindamarie]

Look out! Cheeto feet will make gene hungry!! :P

[my Boo]

Originally Posted by mtd885

What's the cure for yeast?

I don’t know a lot about it, but from what I’ve read the treatment varies depending on the causes of the yeast. Sometimes it involves treating the dog’s allergies, altering the pH of their food slightly, using anti-microbial shampoos/sprays, etc.

Here’s a good article about it:
http://www.esracarolinas.com/7062/7117.html

And here’s an excerpt:

Red Staining/Atopic Dermatitis (Article 1 of 2)

Joan M. Beck
STARLIGHT SPRINGERS
Minneapolis, MN

Modified and updated October 12, 2004

Red or brown staining on the feet, bib, mouth, stomach, vulva or penis seems to be one of the most misunderstood of dog health problem. These discolorations are caused by an over growth of fungus and sometimes bacteria. Many organisms coexist peacefully in our dog's bodies, but once in a while something causes these organisms to start growing out of control. In the case of brown or red staining, the problem starts with moisture on the coat and skin, and then is exacerbated by licking. The licking often starts when a dog is cleaning its front legs and feet after a meal or drink, or when its feet are exposed to some irritant such as grass, pollen or salt. The dog licks its feet to clean the substance and the hair is left wet and with enough nutrients from the saliva that a colony of yeast or bacteria begins to grow. The waste products of these organisms are responsible for the redish-brown color that is associated with the infection. These organisms live not only on the skin, but under the cuticle of the hair as well. This makes it difficult to control or eradicate these infections.

Because of its appearance, this condition is often referred to as red staining or saliva staining. The official name of the condition is Atopic Dermatitis and it can present in a number of forms.