Keeping the hair trimmed around their little bottom - is very important.
I had a little dog that occasionally went to the bathroom outside, then it would stick to her hair, and then she would scoot around on it --- and we'd end up with the same problem you described. When she scooted around, she was trying to wipe it off - but, instead, she was just smashing it more firmly against herself...creating a greater problem. And, I, like you, would have to take her to the sink and clean up the mess.
So - I learned to constantly keep an eye on her bottom and whether or not she needed to be groomed in that area. I can honestly say that my little dog never had an "impaction problem" --- it's what I would more accurately call a "grooming problem." And, believe me, this little mess can become very firmly lodged or "stuck" to their little bottoms.....no fun!
Good luck! Carol Jean |