My dog's rear end is swollen, red, and leaking fluid. What's happening?

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My dog butthole appear to be swollen and red. I am not sure what his butthole looked like before because he has recently gotten a hair cut. His butthole is also appears to be leaking some kind of fluid. Is this normal? if not can you tell me what is wrong? Pet's info: Dog | Maltipoo | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 3 months old | 7 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

There may be a mild to moderate swelling possibly due to anal glands impaction/inflammation, which may be discharging excess of fluid. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Anal gland expression may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

My dog's rear end is swollen, red, and leaking fluid. What's happening?

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