Why is my senior dog having yellow diarrhea and anal gland issues?

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My 10 yr old chi has had an anal fissure and anal fland problems and now hes got mustard looking diarreah. I havent changed his diet but i rhink he might have eaten my other chi puppies food which is kibbles n bits and he eats iams wet food. Im scared to dearh. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 12 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

I would recommend that you have Chico examined by a vet. Anal fissures and anal gland issues often need appropriate antibiotics and anti-inglammatories to get under control. Yellow diarrhea could be caused by the sudden change in diet. Kibbles n Bits is very high in fat, which could cause yellow loose stools. It could also be caused by intestinal parasites or an infection. You can try a bland diet (boiled chicken breast, cook white rice, egg whites) and consider Pepto Bishop ( http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=1733 ), but if it lasts longer than 24 hours, Chico definitely needs this checked out by a vet.

Why is my senior dog having yellow diarrhea and anal gland issues?

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