My dog's anal area is swollen with green liquid. What should I do?

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My dog is licking his anal area a lot and it looks swollen. It also has green liquid coming out. What should I do? And about how much would it cost? Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Poodle | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 5 months old

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Your dog could be suffering from anal gland abscesses or fistulas, This is painful and should be seen by a veterinarian. The hair will need to be clipped, the anal sacs need to be checked manually, and if abscessed they will need to be lanced, evacuated, flushed and infused with an antibiotic ointment. Since this is quite painful your dog will also get some pain medicine. Please take Osito to the vet tomorrow.

My dog's anal area is swollen with green liquid. What should I do?

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