Lots of pet owners notice their dogs’ paws smell like corn chips. In an interview with Huffington Post, Veterinarian Dr. Robert J. Silver explained that the root cause of so-called Frito feet is bacteria!
Why do dogs’ paws smell like Fritos? More importantly, why do I love to smell my dogs’ paws? These are a couple of life’s big questions… Carrie Underwood (@carrieunderwood) 1:45 AM – Feb 13, 2013
Source: Buzz Feed, September 2, 2018. Link. The cause is bacteria known as pseudomonas, which work their way into dogs’ paws from soil and water on the ground.
. . . the bacteria and its resulting smell are totally harmless, so you can keep sniffing your dog’s Frito feet . . .