Pets > Dogs > HealthOctober 11, 2009

Dog's Bottom Itches

What can I do about a puppy with an itchy bottom?

By J. Fiorello from Colonial Heights, VA

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10/18/2009

It sounds as if your pup has anal glands that are impacted. The typical symptom is the dog sitting and scooting its bottom across the floor.

This is a catch 22 situation. Small breeds are very prone to this. My assumption is that they lack the strength to completely empty their bowels and glands when they have a bowel movement. Your vet or groomer can train you how to empty the glands so you do not have to pay for this to be done. Typically, a groomer of small dogs, such as poodles, will empty the glands as part of the grooming process. Good luck!

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10/13/2009

The anal glands probably need cleaned by the vet. If it is a skin irritation, try benadryl cream.

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10/13/2009

or anal glands are impacted.

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10/11/2009

It sounds to me that your puppy might have worms.

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