2006-12-18 14:09:17 · 33 answers · asked by Hockeyplaya88 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I am a dog groomer and part time pet store maneger.
That you are describing is basically what everyone else has said..
you have a choice of:
(1) Anal glands that need to be expressed - much more common in small dogs that large ones - groomers can do it - normally "externally" but Vets do it best - "internally". It is uncomfortable for a few minutes for dog and owner (SMELLY TOO!) but VERY IMPORTANT. Dogs who suffer from this condition can end up with impacted anal glands (I have seen it) and they will rupture and then you are into a whole new set of problems including infection!
(2) Worms - can be treated with oral medication from vet or (in Canada - not sure about USA) medication for worms can be bought from local pet stores. They have some that cover ONLY tapeworm...others that cover 4 different kinds
(3) Fleas....scooting can be associated with fleas but is less common that the first 2. Fleas usually are accompanied by excessive scratching, excessive licking at legs/genitals.
(4) As gross as this may sound, sometimes it is just "piece of pooh" stuck to their butt!!! - The least of the likelihoods..but do a "butt check".
Good luck
2006-12-18 14:26:01 · answer #1 · answered by Borders Rock 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We see three common causes of "scooting" or dragging the bottom along rough surfaces.
The first is impacted anal sacs. While many dogs can express their anal sacs by dragging their rectum along the ground it is quicker to express them manually. Many vets will show owners how to do this if asked.
The second is tapeworm infestation. Tapeworms release muscular segments that exit the rectum and move around spreading tapeworm eggs into the environment. These appear to cause pretty severe itching in some dogs. They can usually be seen in the stool or haircoat when they first exit the rectum as small (1/2 to 3/4th inch) moving objects. If they are missed in the active stage, they dry up and look like rice granules stuck in the hair around the rectum.
The last is allergic disease -- flea allergy being the most common allergy leading to itching around the base of the tail and rectal region.
2006-12-18 14:14:12 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Her anal glands are full.
There are small sacks near her butt hole (sorry to be gross) that fill with this slimy, smelly goo that usually expells itself when the dog poops. Sometimes they get infected or impacted and don't drain, so they keep filling and become uncomfortable.
The dog's only recourse is to scoot on the carpet. Sometimes they lick at it too, so if the doggie has really bad breath, that us sometimes the cause.
It could be worms, but you would see them in her poop.
Either way, go to the vet. Just to be sure there is no infection and to get them drained before they do get infected.
Good luck to you.
2006-12-18 14:16:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your dog probably have full anal sacs. They are normal expressed with they defecate but some dogs needs a little help. I'd take her to the vet to have this done as it consists of putting your finger in the dog's rectum and squeezing the sac, which contains a very putrid smelling fluid. Not something pleasant to do at home. Chronic anal sac problems can be a sign of food allergies.
2006-12-18 14:13:01 · answer #4 · answered by Diana 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hey I watched that on some show. the anal glands thing. They had to squeeze the area around the anus and a funny milky white substance came out. they said that it is a bacteria that builds up and can become infectious if not removed. At first I thought it was something else. My dogs do that too and Im not about to go and squezze their butts though, if they can do it themselves, than good for them.
2006-12-18 14:13:32 · answer #5 · answered by somerandomguy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get her checked for worms
Get her anal glands expressed by the Vet or a Dog Groomer
Get her on preventative treatment against fleas.
2006-12-18 14:40:02 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please take your dog to a vet. If it is worms ONLY your vet can determine what kind of worms they are and prescribe the correct treatment to get rid of them. If it is the anal glands and you are not sure how to handle that let the vet show you. You will be doing your dog a big favor.
2006-12-18 14:20:02 · answer #7 · answered by ESPERANZA 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
confusing matter. seek on google and yahoo. it might help!
2014-11-11 15:29:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the dogs anal glands have to be squeezed out.the glands are located next the animals exit hole.place each thumb near each side of exit.move aside squeeze gently.move over some more and look out!!!!
2006-12-18 14:48:52 · answer #9 · answered by George B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take the dog to the dog quick and ask to (EW) get its anal glands squeezed out. my dog didnt have tht done and i wouldnt let it scoot and it got so built up he couldnt poo and he had to have surugury
2006-12-18 14:31:56 · answer #10 · answered by cheer babe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋