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Dog biting tail, yelping, and has sores. What's wrong and how to help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 9 years and 8 months old

My tanker is a 9 year old mix put, bullmastif, lanb he is buying his tail he has sores on it but he acts like something is bothering him he even yelps I've bought itch wipes used cordizon creams nothing seems to help what can I do ?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on January 3rd, 2020

I recommend to have Tank examined. The yelping indicates pain which is unusual. The two most common causes of problems in that area are fleas or anal gland problems. Your vet will likely be able to shed some light quickly on the cause. Have him examined within the next 24 hours. Protect the area from any licking by having him wear an elizabethan collar at all times. I hope this helps.

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