Why the dog rides on the priest – 12 reasons
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Reasons why a dog rides on his butt
Conventionally, the reasons why a dog rides on the priest can be divided into dangerous and non-dangerous. So, let’s find out!
Non-dangerous reasons
Post-grooming dermatitis
Itching, restlessness of the animal, the dog rides on the priest, tries to bite himself – if this condition occurs either immediately after grooming, or after a few days, then this is probably post-grooming dermatitis.
Additional symptoms: often such a problem appears in Yorkies, Spitz, happens in all trimmed breeds (wire-haired terriers, dachshunds, griffins, schnauzers), but it can also occur in a dog of any breed if it was in a neglected state before grooming, or because the haircut was done incorrectly. There are also animals with very delicate skin, which, even with properly performed hygiene procedures, can react with post-grooming dermatitis. These pets need an individual approach.
The fact is that when cutting intimate places, of course, microtraumas occur (a hair is pulled somewhere), and later cut hairs can prick the skin and create discomfort. This is the reason why the dog rides on the priest on the floor and carpet. The animal licks the sore spot, a warm, humid environment appears, which is very favorable for the growth and development of pathogenic microflora.
Diagnostics: according to the results of the survey and examination by a dermatologist, depending on the severity of the process, additional laboratory testing (smear microscopy) may be required.
Treatment: depending on the severity of the process, which can be both local and systemic. Proper hygiene of the anal area will be required, most likely – antifungal, antibacterial, antipruritic therapy. If treatment is not carried out on time, the situation can become dangerous.
Prevention: timely grooming by a trusted specialist who knows the characteristics of your pet.
A bite of an insect
Pronounced itching and attempts to scratch the “rear”, the animal wipes the ass on the floor or carpet – these symptoms can occur after an insect bite.
Additional symptoms: on a hairless or short-haired dog, swelling and redness may be seen at the site of the bite.
Diagnostics: performed according to the results of examination and palpation, anamnesis.
Treatment: a mosquito bite will go away on its own, but if a pet has been bitten, for example, by a wasp, medications for itching and swelling may be required. Sometimes, with the manifestation of individual reactions, there is even a threat to life.
Don’t risk it, seek veterinary help if you see that the swelling is increasing and the itching is not subsiding. And if salivation and swelling of the muzzle has begun, then an urgent visit to the clinic is needed!
Prevention: treatment with repellents (substances that repel insects), if possible, try to avoid places of accumulation of mosquitoes, midges, wasps, bees.
Sticking of something on the fur, something stuck in the anus
In long-haired dogs, especially those whose hair is plentiful, objects invisible to the eye can get stuck in its thickness and cause constant irritation. For example, it can be burdock, chewing gum, poplar buds and any other garbage. Often, after eating hair or threads, they also get stuck in the anus.
Additional symptoms: this problem is especially common in dogs with abundant double coats (spitz of all sizes).
Diagnostics: according to the results of examination and palpation.
Treatment: put on a glove, slightly pull the foreign object. If this causes anxiety and pain in the dog, seek the help of a veterinarian. Carefully inspect the coat of your furry friend if he crawls on the floor, carpet. Perhaps things are not so bad, and a simple combing or removal of adhering dirt will solve the problem.
Prevention: timely grooming, adequate diet, do not allow the dog to pick up food and non-food items on the street.
mats
Mats are matted wool.
Additional symptoms: The dog itches and is constantly irritated. They are more common in animals with soft and/or double coats.
Diagnostics: according to the results of examination and palpation.
Treatment: If you are unable to comb the coat yourself, contact a groomer who specializes in your breed.
Prevention: timely grooming.
Discomfort with diarrhea
If the pet had loose stools, and after a while you notice that the dog rides on the priest, then the reason for this behavior is probably discomfort in the perianal region (located near the pubic muscle).
Additional symptoms: redness, swelling, violation of the integrity of the skin in the anus.
Diagnostics: according to the results of examination, palpation and anamnesis (case history compiled from the words of the owner).
Treatment: you can wash the anus area at home with a special dog shampoo, baby cleanser or intimate wash. After the detergent should be thoroughly rinsed with water at room temperature, dry gently with a soft towel or hair dryer with cold air.
If after these procedures the problem persists, then you need to seek help from a doctor.
Prevention: compliance with hygiene measures for diarrhea, its timely treatment.
Dangerous reasons
Abscess (blockage) of the anal glands
On both sides of the anus, the dog has special sinuses – paraanal glands (yes, like a skunk). They contain an odorous secret, it is this smell that pets “read” by sniffing each other’s feces or the area under the tail when meeting. Normally, every time you have a bowel movement (defecation), as a result of pressure, a portion of the secret is released. Sometimes, for a variety of reasons (liquid stools, thick secretions, constipation), the ducts become clogged and the fluid does not drain. This situation causes itching, pain, constant anxiety, the dog scratches his ass on the floor, the carpet endlessly, trying to get rid of the problem.
Additional symptoms: redness, swelling of the skin in the anus. Sometimes a bump is visible.
Diagnostics: examination, palpation, rectal examination (should only be done by a doctor!)
Treatment: manual (manual) cleaning of the paraanal glands may be sufficient, sometimes additional washing of the ducts is required, in some cases we are talking about opening an abscess or completely removing the gland.
Prevention: all measures to maintain the general health of the animal, regular preventive examinations by a doctor. It is not necessary to unnecessarily press the paraanal glands on your own or at the grooming. It is necessary to follow a diet and treat diarrhea in time.
Redirected itch
Here the danger is that the zone of interest may not be in the place that the dog points to.
Additional symptoms: signs that the animal has fleas, scratches on the body.
Diagnostics: according to the results of the examination and the collection of anamnesis. The doctor may need additional tests and tests to establish an accurate diagnosis.
Treatment: it is necessary to establish and eliminate the cause of this behavior – it may be an allergy, a reaction to flea bites, or any other condition accompanied by itching.
Neoplasms in the anus
Neoplasms in the anus in dogs can be represented by both benign and malignant tumors. Various tumors appear, but usually, this is a perianal adenoma. This type of tumor is especially common in uncastrated older males.
Additional symptoms: volume neoplasm, bleeding, ulcers in the anus.
Diagnostics: carried out by an oncologist. The doctor may decide to perform an operation and examine the tumor, or first determine its appearance (examine the fragment), and then treat and connect surgical methods.
Treatment: usually, surgery is performed, often followed by a histological (microscopic examination of tissue) examination. If we are talking about perianal adenoma of an uncastrated male, then castration is indicated.
Skin fold dermatitis
Often appears in dogs of breeds such as pug, sharpei, French bulldog, and their mestizos, which have a similar skin structure. Not always, when a pet rides on the priest, the problem lies precisely there. Often the animal tries to simply scratch under the tail, and an error occurs in determining the location of the inflammation.
Diagnostics: The diagnosis is made by the doctor on the basis of the examination. Additional research methods may be required to determine the microflora that caused the problem.
Treatment: therapeutic (washing, treatment with ointments and powders) or surgical – excision of the skin fold.
Prevention: hygiene of the area of interest, treatment with powders of places that are wet, excision of the skin fold.
Trauma of the perianal region, anus
It is common for a dog to wipe its bottom on the floor or carpet when it has pain in the crotch area or under the tail. Sometimes injuries can be subtle, for example, if she is pricked with something.
Additional symptoms: bleeding, violation of the integrity of the skin.
Diagnostics: according to the results of examination and palpation.
Treatment: medical or surgical.
Diseases of the rectum
An animal can express pain in the rectal area by riding on the priest.
Additional symptoms: pain during bowel movements, blood in the stool.
Diagnostics: according to the results of the examination, anamnesis, rectal examination.
Treatment: depends on the diagnosis. It can be aimed at eliminating the causes of colitis (inflammation of the colon), trauma, neoplasms.
Constipation
With unproductive attempts to defecate, the dog may scratch the buttocks.
Additional symptoms: pain during bowel movements, blood in stools, unproductive attempts to go to the toilet, very hard stools.
Diagnostics: constipation can be caused by an error in the diet (for example, a pet is allowed to gnaw bones), eating non-food products, and systemic pathologies. By itself, it is often only a symptom of the underlying disease. The diagnosis is made after examination, palpation, often additional studies are required – ultrasound, X-ray, blood and urine tests.
Treatment: directed at the cause of constipation.
Prevention: regular preventive examinations, an optimal diet.
Dog rubs booty on the floor: summary
Pets that need regular hygienic grooming (all trimmed breeds – Yorkshire Terriers, Spitz and many others) can ride on the butt simply because it’s time to clean up the coat.
Problems with the paraanal sinuses (glands) can cause itching in the perianal area.
Not always, if a dog scratches its ass, the reason lies precisely in this place.
Injuries, inflammation, neoplasms in the anus, constipation and diarrhea are a reason to visit a veterinarian without delay.
Itching in the anus in dogs does not indicate helminthic invasion (the penetration of parasites into the body).
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