My dog leaks anal fluid and licks her bottom. Could it be allergies?

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My girl leaks anal gland fluid and nibbles and licks at her bottom as well as vulva, so I’m assuming her anal glands are for some reason irritated. I’ve talked to the vet and they don’t know what’s wrong because she’s on a high quality diet, hard stools, exercises regularly and isn’t overweight etc. So what could be the cause? I heard giving raw bones can help but she’s allergic to everything except kangaroo and fish meat, so will she react to the bones? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 1 year old | 66 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Anal glad issues and chewing the skin around the anus can be signs of allergies. Since you commented that she allergic to everything then I would assume her anal gland issues are linked. I would not give her beef bones if she is allergic to beef and bones pose a risk to fracturing teeth. I would discuss a prescription hydrolzyed diet with your Vet and get her on apoquel or cytopoint to try and control skin allergies as a cause of her anal gland issues. Also consider starting Omega 3 fish oils and an antihistamine. Adding fiber may help. The anal gland can also be surgically removed if they are a huge problem. I wish Sasha the best!

My dog leaks anal fluid and licks her bottom. Could it be allergies?

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