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Stinky Pets

Anal Sacs, Scooting, Skunks, and Questions About Stinky Dogs and Cats

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11. Good Grooming: A Matter of Life and Health

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Good grooming encompasses many aspects of pet care. Proper care of your pet's hair coat, ears, teeth and nails will enhance your pet's health and reduce the potential for costly (and often avoidable) veterinary visits.

12. Skin Disease, Hair Loss and Scratching

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Itching, scratching, fleas, allergies and hair loss are among the most common questions to veterinarians. Hair loss and scratching are very common signs that represent a multitude of possible health or parasite problems. Often the scratching, chewing and licking lead to secondary problems and bad odors.

13. Readers Respond: Tell us about your stinky pet

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What's your pet's stinky story? Did you find the cause, and how did you get them smelling good again?

14. Stinky Eyes: What Causes A Bad Odor Around Eyes?

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A viewer asks: "My Shih Tzu has an bad odor around his eyes. What causes that?"

This is a common problem and one that needs daily attention to help keep odors and skin inflammation under control.

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