Many people like to keep pets, but when pets are sick, some cute dogs will act very uncomfortable. At this time, the poop collector will be very confused. After checking the dog, he found that the dog’s butt is swollen. So do you know what’s going on with the big swelling on the dog’s butt? Today the editor will tell you about it. If you are interested, please come and take a look!
1. Anal gland inflammation
It is generally recommended to squeeze the dog's anal glands once every half month to a month. If the dog's anal glands are not squeezed for a long time, it will cause the anal glands to become inflamed, swollen and bulging. At the same time, the dog will also frequently lick the anal area and use the anus to rub the ground. In this regard, owners should pay attention to observation. Once they find that their dog has anal discomfort, such as rubbing its butt against the ground or other objects, they need to immediately check whether the dog's anal glands are blocked and help the dog clean it up.
2. Perineal hernia
If your dog’s butt has a big swelling and is accompanied by symptoms such as difficulty defecation or diarrhea, it is likely to be caused by perineal hernia. The owner can try to touch the swollen area. If it is soft and can be pushed back, the swelling is likely to be a common perineal hernia in dogs, which usually requires surgical repair. If surgery is not performed in time, the bladder may fall into the hernia hole and cause urinary tract obstruction, which may cause kidney failure.
3. Mosquito or parasite bites
If your dog’s butt is bitten by mosquitoes or parasites, it will also become swollen. In this case, the owner can apply some anti-inflammatory ointment to the dog, and at the same time regularly deworm the dog to prevent parasite bites. As long as the dog does not have other abnormalities, it will usually disappear in a day or two.