Our little dog has a slight cheesy smell around his face (particularly in his ears). I have noticed him scratching his muzzle with his paws lately and found that his paw pads also smell yeasty! Of course, we suspect a yeast infection. Could it be something else? What should we do?

Updated On August 24th, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 2 years and 7 months old | 13 lbs

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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I agree, it does sound like Amos could have a yeast infection. He may have allergies causing him to do the scratching, which in turn has broken the skin leading to a yeast infection. I'd have him seen by a vet for this problem. The vet can diagnose what is causing it and can treat him. If possible, I'd take him into a vet today. He's a cutie!

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