WHY DOES MY DOG DRAG ITS BUM ON THE GROUND

Описание: In this video we discuss why your dog is dragging their butt on the ground or "scooting", and how you fix problems with your dogs anal glands. When your dog scoots their bum on the carpet or ground it can mean that your dog has an anal gland or anal sac problem: anal sacs can sometimes become abscessed, blocked, or inflamed. This is especially the case in smaller breed dogs. In an attempt to relieve the pain and discomfort, a dog may start scooting on the floor or dragging their bum on the ground. Other signs include chewing or licking around the area, swelling around the anus, and trouble defecating. Treating anal sac issues depends on what's causing the problem. Treatment options include: Expressing the sacs, which can be done at home or by a vet, giving antibiotics to treat an infection, Increasing dietary fiber, Applying warm compresses, Lancing or flushing the sacs under general anesthetic, Anti-inflammatories if very inflamed/swollen or painful
Worms. Tapeworms are another, though less common, reason dogs may start scooting on the ground. Dogs get tapeworms by swallowing worm-infested fleas. And while scooting can be one sign of tapeworms, the most common sign is the appearance of tiny, rice-like tapeworm segments around your dog's anus. Tapeworms are easy to treat with a simple dose of oral or injectable medication. To prevent tapeworms from coming back, you'll need to control fleas.

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