My pugs anus is swollen after taking antibiotics
Picture of a dog with an anal gland abscess
Causes include itching from food allergies, diarrhea, and pain from inflammation or constipation. Treatment ยท Ask the Vet. Anal Sac Problems & Scooting. When a dog's anal sacs are irritated or Your dog's entire bottom can become hot, swollen, and infected. With enough swelling, the anal sac bursts open and drains.
Anal Sac Disorders in Dogs
Description:Advice What are Anal Sac Disorders? The anal glands on both sides of the anus are usually drained naturally when your dog has a bowel movement, but sometimes the fluid becomes too thick to be expressed and it will become impacted clogged up. After the anal gland has been impacted for a while, it becomes infected and swollen. Finally, the infection will cause an abscess that is very painful for your dog. You will need to take your dog to the veterinarian so he can drain and clean the anal gland.
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