Ask Your Pet Question. Pet Experts Answer You ASAP.

(Not a Pet Question?)

My six year olld male chihuahua has what appears to be an ...
Sent to Pet Experts July 30 11:57 PM

My six year olld male chihuahua has what appears to be an open sore adjacent to his anus. The sore or sores is bleeding and he keeps trying to lick it. I don't know what it is or what to do. A bug bite? An infection? Please help.

 

Optional Information:
Age: 6; Male; Breed: Chihuahua

Already Tried:
hydrogen peroxide, antibiotic ointment

Customer (name blocked for privacy)
Status:  Closed   Value: $8
Answer
July 31 12:04 AM (7 minutes and 2 seconds later)
         
ACCEPTEDCheck Mark
It sounds like he may have an anal gland that has become infected and abscessed through the skin near the anus.
Antibiotic ointment and cleaning with peroxide is fine but you will want to see your vet for possible anal gland cleaning and packing with antibiotics or an oral antibiotic.
You can read about anal glands here
http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_anal_sacs.html
Sometimes adding more fiber to a dog's diet helps prevent the glands from becoming overly full - you can ask your vet about that.
Hope this helps you!

Please press Accept if you find my answer helpful. Want more info? Just reply on your question!
Bonuses for good work are always appreciated!
Thanks for the opportunity to help you!
Picture
NancyH -- Pet Health Care, Rescue,Train,Breed -- 99% Positive Feedback on 7076 Pet Accepts
30+yrs pet vet care & nursing, rescue, behavior & training, responsible breeding, small animal care
Think you can answer this question?
Login or Become an Expert

Related Answers

 

DISCLAIMER: You acknowledge that any information you may obtain from individuals you contact through use of the Just Answer service comes from those individuals, not from Just Answer!, and that Just Answer is not in any way responsible for any of the information these third parties may supply. The site and services are provided "as is" with no warranty and no representations are made regarding the qualification of an Expert. Responses and comments on Just Answer! are for general information and are not intended to substitute for informed professional advice (such as medical, legal, investment or accounting) and do not establish a professional-client relationship. Just Answer! is not intended or designed to address EMERGENCY QUESTIONS which should be directed immediately by telephone or in-person to qualified professionals. Please carefully read the Terms of Service.

Just Answer! > Pet Health