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Old 12-25-2007, 11:14 AM   #6
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Originally Posted by Ladymom View Post
Dogs can get impacted or infected anal sacs and they can even rupture. He needs to be seen by your vet. Unfortunately, it will be pretty difficult to find a vet on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. I'd plan to take him in right after Christmas unless he seems to be in pain or starts bleeding. Then you'll have to find an emergency vet.

http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_anal_sacs.html
I agree--it could be an impacted (or even abcessed anal gland). You need to take your little one to the vet. Anti biotics may be in order.

Edie had this problem once, and it looked very painful. Please don't drag out the discomfort. Go to your vet soon.
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