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Why is my dog kicking his rear and has blisters near his anus?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Male | unneutered | 11 years and 4 months old | 45 lbs

hello my siberian husky has developed 2 blisters on his anus & keeps kicking the area. cam you tell me what is wrong & how to treat it?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 5th, 2017

This looks like a possible anal gland rupture, this usually happens due to blockage and infection of the anal gland. you need to take him to the vet ASAP in order to get it treated, it will require a relatively long antibiotic course.

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