My dog isn't pooping and licks her rear. Anal sacs? Can pumpkin help?

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Bella had bad diarrhea and vomit earlier this week. Last BM was diarrhea thurs morning. On bland diet and metronidazole. No BM since. Eating, has energy and not even attempting to go. Have tried walking and running and no luck. Should I add canned plain pumpkin to her boiled pasta (won't eat rice) and chicken? Beginning to become frustrated. only other symptom is a few times she has licked her back end. Not just there but tail and back thigh. Could this indicate anything? Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | spayed | 9 years and 10 months old | 3.6 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry Bella isn't doing well! Yes, licking her back end can be a sign something is wrong, such as impacted or infected anal sacs. Those could be preventing her from passing feces. Certainly you can try adding a tablespoon of canned pumpkin puree to see if that helps, but if she still hasn't passed feces by Monday morning, I would take her into the vet. I hope this helps!

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