I read online that if your dog is scooting their rump on the floor, chasing their tail, and licking their rear...that they more than likely need their glands squeezed to get rid of puss inside their rectum. My year and a half old cocker spaniel, Francesca has been exhibiting these behaviors. Is this a serious problem? My vet is out of town for the next three weeks and I need to know whether I should rush her in somewhere else. Also, do dogs that have this problem need to be taken in to have their glands squeezed for the rest of their lives? Or is this a one time thing? If it's something that will more than likely reoccur, how often should I take her in?
2007-02-20 04:14:28 · 4 answers · asked by stakekawa 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Yes, scooting is a behavior exhibited when anal glands need to be expressed. Cockers are notorious for needing this done. Generally a tech can express anal glands for you. It's not a major serious problem, but it could become one if the scooting or chewing is doing any damage. Some dogs do need to have their glands done for the rest of their life, but you could ask your vet to show you how to do it. That way you don't have to take the dog in every month. In severe cases the gland can be removed if necessary. I would call the vet and tell them (if there is anyone there) what is going on. They may have a tech on call that could help you. If are really worried about it, you could call another vet and see what they say.
2007-02-20 05:06:44 · answer #1 · answered by RB 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have heard that when a dog scoots its bum across the floor that they may have worms. It causes itch. You can tell by their "elimination" if there are worms in there, and if there is, you should take your dog to the vet. They get worms from eating the dirt outside and being around other dogs poops.
2007-02-20 12:58:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They also usually express these glands at the dog groomers. You might want to check that out if you can't get in to see your vet.
2007-02-20 13:23:49 · answer #3 · answered by ericak1234 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog also does it. It is also getting very frequent too. I am concerned about it. I rang my vet and he told me that it is nothing to worry about too much.
2007-02-21 12:33:51 · answer #4 · answered by CT 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋