My dog's anal gland ruptured. What's the best way to treat it at home?

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Apparently my Yorker has had an analogy gland ruptured through the skin next to his anus. I have been putting bag bomb on it thinking it was a blister that popped. After cleaning it this morning and researching anal glands I believe that’s is what has happened. I need to treat at home due to $$ issues and wondered if you have any advice. Should I stop using the bagbalm ? Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | neutered | 8 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

Once the gland has ruptured, much of the pain is diminished, but we routinely use antibiotics and anti-inflammatory pain medications in these cases. Neither of these can be found OTC. If you can’t see a vet, the best you can do is keep it clean with running water and have Emmit wear an e-collar to prevent licking.

My dog's anal gland ruptured. What's the best way to treat it at home?

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