Anal gland surgery: Is a drainage tube normal? How to ease anxiety?

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Hi there. My four year old chihuahua mix had an anal gland rupture. And the vet went in to do surgery and drain it out. What strikes me as odd, is the vet inserted a rubber tube for drainage that is to be taken out in four days. I’ve read plenty articles and none say anything about a tube being put in place. Is this normal? What can I do to make my little guy more comfortable? Should I seek medical marijuana for pets so he can relax? He’s so antsy! I mean there’s a tube coming out his behind. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 7 months old | 8.8 lbs

Maria DVM · Accepted Answer

Depending on how bad the abscess was would say if a drain was needed or not. Your vet probably felt that with how severe it was the abscess still needed to be drained and hat is why the drain was placed. Did they send home pain medication? I would discuss the anxiety with your vet and see if they can dispense not only an anti-inflammatory but a pain medication for him. I would not use marijuana since it can be toxic to dogs. I would start with good pain control to see if that helps. If he is still anxious I would discuss anxiety meds with your vet to see if it will help calm him during this process. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Anal gland surgery: Is a drainage tube normal? How to ease anxiety?

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