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Why is my dog’s butt itchy?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Chloe Johnson
Itchy buttocks in dogs may be caused by parasite infection, anal gland inflammation, residual excrement, etc. First of all, if the dog is infected with intestinal parasites such as roundworms and tapeworms, it will cause unbearable itching of the anus or surrounding skin. At this time, the dog needs to be dewormed in time. Secondly, dogs with inflamed anal glands will also experience itching in the anus, swelling around the anus, and localized redness. Finally, the hair around the dog’s butt is too long or the feces is too thin and unformed, causing the feces to stick around the anus and causing the dog to feel itchy and uncomfortable.

1. Parasitic infection

Generally, dogs need to be dewormed internally every three months and externally every month. If the owner does not deworm the dog for a long time, Dog deworming. If a dog is infected with parasites, it will feel itchy buttocks and will keep rubbing its buttocks on the ground to relieve its pain. Therefore, owners should pay attention to observation. If it is internal parasites, they will usually be seen in the dog's vomit and feces. At this time, they should consult a pet doctor quickly and choose appropriate anthelmintic drugs to deworm the dog.

2. Anal gland inflammation

The dog’s anal glands need to be cleaned regularly. If not cleaned, bacteria will easily accumulate and eventually cause inflammation. Because of the itching, the dog will rub its butt on the ground or lick its butt with its legs raised. At the same time, the area around the liver port will be swollen and the area will be red. If the dog's anal glands are inflamed, first stop the dog from licking and rubbing, then squeeze out all the secretions accumulated in the anal glands, squeeze them as clean as possible, and then clean the area around the anus before applying medicine. . If it is serious and purulent infection occurs, you need to go to the pet hospital for treatment as soon as possible.

3. Excrement residue

If the hair around the dog’s butt is too long or the feces is too thin, it will cause feces on the dog’s butt, making the dog The dog feels itchy in his butt. In this regard, the owner can cut the hair on the dog's butt shorter and clean the butt with water. At the same time, the owner should also pay attention to the dog's diarrhea. If the frequency is high, he should consult a pet doctor in time for medication.

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