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Why is my Siberian Husky licking her rear and acting snappy?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 6 months old | 60 lbs

I have a sybiran husky who is licking as well as my male when we are not looking then she has been winning when moving or sitting earititable snappy

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 10th, 2018

I am sorry to hear about your dog. You don't mention what she is licking, it looks like the photo could be the anal area. If that is the case, then I would be concerned about a possible anal sac inflammation or abscess. I would recommend making an appointment at her vet for them to examine the area. She may need her glands expressed and may need antibiotics and pain medication if an infection or abscess is present.

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