My pomeranian puppy is abut 11-12 weeks old and is dragging her rear on the floor what does that mean...some people say it could be worms but any other sugestions?
2006-07-13 10:20:29 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
It is usually 1 of 2 things: worms or anal gland problems.
2006-07-13 10:24:10 · answer #1 · answered by momma dog 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My pom scoots his bum across the floor now and again. It is something dogs do naturally to try to pop their anal glands.
If your dog hasn't stopped doing it in a day or two, take her to the vet to get the gland popped. Otherwise, it will become infected and nasty.
Some people pop the gland on their own but, personally, I'd rather pay the $30 to take my dog to the vet rather than stick my finger up there!
2006-07-18 09:48:37 · answer #2 · answered by lennylovesspaghetti 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would bring your dog to the vet and get it checked out. Dragging the back end can be a sign of hip displasia. Look into the breed and see if there is a history of this is the dogs family if it is this it could get really spendy and really painful for the dog.
2006-07-13 10:26:26 · answer #3 · answered by pitlover 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The anal glands need expressing. We have a small dog and his need it about once every two months. A vet will usually do this for $10.00. It could be worms but I doubt it.
2006-07-13 10:40:00 · answer #4 · answered by Bullfrog_53 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most likely worms, as everyone has mentioned. this may sound gross, catch some of her stool and put it in a jar or ziplock bag; take it to the vet when you go. they will be able to do a fecal exam and determine if she does have worms or not.
lastly, make sure you wash your hands thorougly. worms can be transmitted easily.
2006-07-13 11:30:24 · answer #5 · answered by charwants2know 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine too. See, dogs have scent glands around the inside of their bottoms. When they drag their butts on the floor, it means it's time to have the glands squeezed, otherwise your dog will start smelling bad. we usually take our dog to the vet for this every four months or so.
2006-07-13 10:27:38 · answer #6 · answered by Momo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
chances are she does have worms. take the poor little thing to the vet. they will give you some drops to feed her orally that will clear that up. also check to be sure that there areany fleas or other critters biting her rear. possibly also her anal glans could be irritated. get her checked!
2006-07-13 10:27:14 · answer #7 · answered by Jeffrie Ann 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It very well could be worms. She could have impacted anal glands. That is how they relieve the pressure from that. When you take your dog to the groomers, they usually drain those.
2006-07-13 10:34:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a teacup pomeranian.:O) I would get her checked for worms and if not she might just have an itchy bum (afterall they don't have hands to itch). Good Luck!
2006-07-13 10:25:49 · answer #9 · answered by baby_beardog 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
worms. definitely worms. Get some puppy wormer, we use the liquid. Follow directions she'll be fine!!
2006-07-13 10:24:51 · answer #10 · answered by Doll 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋