Dog constantly licking anal glands? Vet treatments not working, help!

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My 16lb yorkie/ has been licking is anal glands for months, the vet gave him cream, steroids, antibiotic,pills for itching.....cones etc...we are feeling so bad for him. We really are at a lose what to do. The vet says she will send him to a specialist, but really is not sure which one to recommend.....can you suggest anything? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 6 years old | 16 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Poor Buster! Chronic anal gland issues are often related to food allergies or insufficient fiber in the diet - so sometimes, a prescription hypoallergenic food like Hills z/d or Purina HA can be helpful, or a high fiber GI diet. If all else fails, you may want to consider having the anal glands surgically removed. This effectively eliminates any further problems with them, and is a fairly simple surgery that can usually be performed by a general practice veterinarian.

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