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romeos mommy · 02-15-2009, 05:27 PM

We went to the vet again and Romeo had full anal glands that contained dry puss. She expressed them internally and gave him allergy liquid medication. This is the 3rd time in 3 months that he went to the vet for this problem.

He has been eating Prescription Allergy Royal Canin. The vet said not to give him anything , but the prescription diet. (I was feeding him pumpkin mixed with Blue canned food for fiber)

She suggests we try the allergy meds and see if they work.

Has anyone had this anal gland issue?

Nancy1999 · 02-15-2009, 05:39 PM

Joey had an anal reoccurring gland issue as a puppy, but never any infection. I'm not sure if he outgrew it, or the tsp of ground flax seed he gets each night helps. We also added about 5 green beans to his nightly meal, and this was for a diet measure the vet suggested since he had gained weight during a tricks training glass. Both of these things could affect the anal glands by increasing the "bulk", and perhaps making it easier for him to empty the anal gland contents on his own. All I really know is it use to be a monthly thing, and then it stopped.

cdawnfine · 02-15-2009, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by romeos mommy

We went to the vet again and Romeo had full anal glands that contained dry puss. She expressed them internally and gave him allergy liquid medication. This is the 3rd time in 3 months that he went to the vet for this problem.

He has been eating Prescription Allergy Royal Canin. The vet said not to give him anything , but the prescription diet. (I was feeding him pumpkin mixed with Blue canned food for fiber)

She suggests we try the allergy meds and see if they work.

Has anyone had this anal gland issue?

I know that I have read on theese boards that a lot of Yorkies have had problems with the Royal Canin Yorkie formula could there be something in the prescription allergy food that is causing the allergy? When was the last time Romeo was not having this problem and what where you feeding him, maybe you can compare the ingreedents of the two and see what is different. It is just a thought, Good Luck I hope he gets and feels better

romeos mommy · 02-16-2009, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by cdawnfine

I know that I have read on theese boards that a lot of Yorkies have had problems with the Royal Canin Yorkie formula could there be something in the prescription allergy food that is causing the allergy? When was the last time Romeo was not having this problem and what where you feeding him, maybe you can compare the ingreedents of the two and see what is different. It is just a thought, Good Luck I hope he gets and feels better

Romeo has been eating Nutro Natural Choice lamb and rice for a couple years. He was eating a lot of jerky style treats. Wellness Venison Pure Rewards and Greenies. We stopped all the treats and I was totally shocked that the glands were full again. I thought maybe the jerky was too soft and was causing the problem. I am totally stumped and I don't want to have to consider removing the anal glands.

cdawnfine · 02-16-2009, 10:26 AM

I wish I could remember and I am sorry I do not but I believe recently there where issue with both Nutro and Chicken Jerkey type treats with dogs, You might want to try a goodle search on them to see what you come up with. Hopefully removing both of these will solve your problem. I hope it works

mimimomo · 02-16-2009, 02:25 PM

I have to have Mimi's expressed every two weeks...learned to do it myself cuz trips to the vet was getting costly. Never had an infection, so I don't know if this will help. The Anal Sacs Page
Hope Romeo's allergy meds work. I don't get it, is it an allergy?

Wylie's Mom · 02-16-2009, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by romeos mommy

Romeo has been eating Nutro Natural Choice lamb and rice for a couple years. He was eating a lot of jerky style treats. Wellness Venison Pure Rewards and Greenies. We stopped all the treats and I was totally shocked that the glands were full again. I thought maybe the jerky was too soft and was causing the problem. I am totally stumped and I don't want to have to consider removing the anal glands.

I really feel for you, this must be so frustrating. Before thinking about surgery, I'd probably try a few more foods first. RC, if it's the Hypo diet - contains soy, and your baby might have an issue with it.

You could try other, limited ingredient foods such as Natural Balance Duck/Potato, Innova EVO, or a fish kibble like Wellness CORE or Orijen 6-fish.

What is his poo like?

romeos mommy · 02-17-2009, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

I really feel for you, this must be so frustrating. Before thinking about surgery, I'd probably try a few more foods first. RC, if it's the Hypo diet - contains soy, and your baby might have an issue with it.

You could try other, limited ingredient foods such as Natural Balance Duck/Potato, Innova EVO, or a fish kibble like Wellness CORE or Orijen 6-fish.

What is his poo like?

his poo is solid and normal.

romeos mommy · 02-21-2009, 09:27 AM

bump

Lee B · 02-21-2009, 09:48 AM

I am unaware of allergies causeing anal gland problems. Not saying it's not possible, just that I've never heard of it.

I DO know that good solid poo will normally self-express the glands. Canned food, or the soft type kibbles don't have the "right stuff". When I was (much) younger, my dogs ate canned food - and they had problems. Ever since, I've fed my dogs kibble ... and they haven't had any problems. Now, that's a GOOD kibble product, not the kind with a lot of corn or other ingredients that don't allow a good poo.

romeos mommy · 02-21-2009, 07:47 PM

here is one of many articles I read saying allergies can cause anal gland issues. I was surprised by it too.

Animal Health Care - Scooting May Indicate Anal Gland Problems

Mardelin · 02-21-2009, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by romeos mommy

here is one of many articles I read saying allergies can cause anal gland issues. I was surprised by it too.

Animal Health Care - Scooting May Indicate Anal Gland Problems

Did your vet prescribe an antibiotic (Panalog or a generic brand) that you apply internally? Some dogs anal glands are more sensitive than others. I have had some dogs that have to be expressed once a month and others that even though I check them, have never had to be expressed.

romeos mommy · 02-21-2009, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Mardelin

Did your vet prescribe an antibiotic (Panalog or a generic brand) that you apply internally? Some dogs anal glands are more sensitive than others. I have had some dogs that have to be expressed once a month and others that even though I check them, have never had to be expressed.

He is on allergy liquid meds. She said he didn't need antibiotic because the puss was dried up.

YorkichonBella · 02-21-2009, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by romeos mommy

here is one of many articles I read saying allergies can cause anal gland issues. I was surprised by it too.

Animal Health Care - Scooting May Indicate Anal Gland Problems

I am extremely surprised! Bella has had anal gland issues since a puppy & also itching problems as well. I was searching everything I could & discussed with Vet. She will be 2 yrs old in a couple of months & it is now soooo much better. I also discussed with the Vet that the hair on her back legs/behind did not grow? As a puppy she had really thick hair, especially in that area. I often wondered & questioned the Vet if it had any relation to her gland issues which he always said "she was just probably losing her puppy fur". But it was only in that area?? Anyway, I've tried different diets. She is now on Natural Balance & I have added flaxseed oil to her food. I can't tell you how much better she is. It's so Wonderful that she isn't miserably itching anymore And the hair is growing nicely on her back legs/backside now!!

I truly believe the flaxseed helped & it's also an ingredient in NB dog food. I hope you find what works best for Romeo!!

chestermama · 02-22-2009, 02:43 AM

Chester has anal glands issues just in the last year or so, I have to have a higher fiber food, he eats solid gold which is 4 percent, you can also add pumpkin to their diet to bulk up their poo and the glands have a better chance of getting exspressed, and I think I would try a different food personally, halo dog food is prestty good and 6.5 percent fiber which is pretty high and alot better than most of the specialty foods the vet recommends. The pumpkin if you try if needs to be the kind with no sugar

02-15-2009, 05:27 PM	#1
romeos mommy YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pennsauken , NJ Posts: 4,068	Anal Gland Issues We went to the vet again and Romeo had full anal glands that contained dry puss. She expressed them internally and gave him allergy liquid medication. This is the 3rd time in 3 months that he went to the vet for this problem. He has been eating Prescription Allergy Royal Canin. The vet said not to give him anything , but the prescription diet. (I was feeding him pumpkin mixed with Blue canned food for fiber) She suggests we try the allergy meds and see if they work. Has anyone had this anal gland issue? __________________ Bernadette & Romeo

02-15-2009, 05:39 PM	#2
Nancy1999 I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 25,396 Blog Entries: 2	Joey had an anal reoccurring gland issue as a puppy, but never any infection. I'm not sure if he outgrew it, or the tsp of ground flax seed he gets each night helps. We also added about 5 green beans to his nightly meal, and this was for a diet measure the vet suggested since he had gained weight during a tricks training glass. Both of these things could affect the anal glands by increasing the "bulk", and perhaps making it easier for him to empty the anal gland contents on his own. All I really know is it use to be a monthly thing, and then it stopped. __________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals

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mimimomo Don't Litter Spay&Neuter Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: So Cal Posts: 9,874	I have to have Mimi's expressed every two weeks...learned to do it myself cuz trips to the vet was getting costly. Never had an infection, so I don't know if this will help. The Anal Sacs Page Hope Romeo's allergy meds work. I don't get it, is it an allergy? __________________ Jenny Mimi Momo Princess Turbo Madan Pin Brush: www.toplinepet.com

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romeos mommy YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pennsauken , NJ Posts: 4,068	bump __________________ Bernadette & Romeo

02-21-2009, 07:47 PM	#11
romeos mommy YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pennsauken , NJ Posts: 4,068	here is one of many articles I read saying allergies can cause anal gland issues. I was surprised by it too. Animal Health Care - Scooting May Indicate Anal Gland Problems __________________ Bernadette & Romeo

02-16-2009, 10:26 AM	#5
cdawnfine Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: nj Posts: 1,256	I wish I could remember and I am sorry I do not but I believe recently there where issue with both Nutro and Chicken Jerkey type treats with dogs, You might want to try a goodle search on them to see what you come up with. Hopefully removing both of these will solve your problem. I hope it works

02-21-2009, 09:48 AM	#10
Lee B YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Land O' Lakes, FL Posts: 735	I am unaware of allergies causeing anal gland problems. Not saying it's not possible, just that I've never heard of it. I DO know that good solid poo will normally self-express the glands. Canned food, or the soft type kibbles don't have the "right stuff". When I was (much) younger, my dogs ate canned food - and they had problems. Ever since, I've fed my dogs kibble ... and they haven't had any problems. Now, that's a GOOD kibble product, not the kind with a lot of corn or other ingredients that don't allow a good poo.

02-22-2009, 02:43 AM	#15
chestermama YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: washington Posts: 3,383 Blog Entries: 1	Chester has anal glands issues just in the last year or so, I have to have a higher fiber food, he eats solid gold which is 4 percent, you can also add pumpkin to their diet to bulk up their poo and the glands have a better chance of getting exspressed, and I think I would try a different food personally, halo dog food is prestty good and 6.5 percent fiber which is pretty high and alot better than most of the specialty foods the vet recommends. The pumpkin if you try if needs to be the kind with no sugar