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Dog Scooting and How to Prevent It

Dog Scooting and How to Prevent It

Susan Sloan April 12, 2023

Have you ever noticed your dog dragging their rear end along the ground? This is known as scooting and is a common behavior in dogs. But why do they do it? Dog scooting is not something people like to talk about but it can be a real problem.

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Dogs usually scoot to relieve itchiness or discomfort in their anal area. This discomfort is often caused by anal gland problems, which can be due to poor diet, lack of exercise, or genetic predisposition.

dog scooting on his bottom

Dog Scooting

Is it important to stop dog scooting?

If not addressed, scooting and anal gland problems can lead to more serious conditions such as abscesses, infections, and even tumors. So how can you prevent it?

Regularly cleaning and expressing your dog’s anal glands, maintaining their weight, and feeding them a healthy diet can help prevent scooting. Firm stool helps express the glands naturally, while soft or loose stool can lead to gland problems.

Sometimes a vet’s help is needed to treat dog scooting.

If your dog does develop anal gland problems, a vet can manually express their anal glands to relieve discomfort. Sometimes they must prescribe medications to treat infections or inflammation. Some dogs may require frequent anal gland expression, especially those with chronic anal gland issues or certain breeds that are more prone to gland problems.

What breeds are more prone to scooting?

Some breeds are more prone to scooting due to their anatomical features or predisposition to anal gland issues. Breeds such as Bulldogs, Basset Hounds, and Cocker Spaniels are more commonly affected.

In conclusion

By keeping an eye on your dog’s behavior and taking preventative measures, you can help keep them healthy and comfortable. Here is a link to finding a carpet cleaner online, should you need one. https://amzn.to/3KIpVK7

Thanks to smallpaws.com and to loveyourdog.com for the two photos.

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Susan Sloan
Susan Sloan

Married mother of 5 and grandmother of 13. Have loved and shared our home with many breeds from Heinz 57 to purebred Saint Bernards. Professionally counseled breeders re genetic compatibility to ensure best combinations for their breeding goals. Keeping kids and puppies healthy and happy has been one of the great joys of my life and it is a pleasure to share the fruits of my education and experiences with other dog lovers.

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