My dog's anal gland abscess is worse. Should I take her to the ER?

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My dog was taken to the vet the day before yesterday and was diagnosed with an anal gland abcsess. She was prescribed antibiotics but what are the signs I should be looking for if it's actually getting worse? She seems in terrible pain - doesn't want to walk around much, has shivers at times, and doesn't want to get up to eat or drink (I've been bribing food/water to her and she'll take a little bit of it). Do I need to get her pain meds? Pet's info: Dog | Shiba Inu | Female | spayed | 3 years and 11 months old | 20 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

It does sound like Prim needs pain medication based on your description of her. With treatment, you should have seen some improvement in symptoms within 24-48 hours, but if she is getting worse (terrible pain, doesn't want to walk around much, doesn't want to move to eat or drink), then this is not normal, and she should see a vet right away. I would take her into an ER vet now for an exam. The vet can prescribe pain medication for her, and can do any other treatment they feel is necessary. Do not give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given.

My dog's anal gland abscess is worse. Should I take her to the ER?

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