What to do if your dog's butt is bleeding

Your dog's bleeding butt may be due to anal fissures, trauma, inflamed anal glands, or bloody stools. The treatment depends on the cause, so it's advised to take your dog to the vet as soon as you notice the bleeding. The vet will examine your dog and provide appropriate treatment. Additionally, you should put a Elizabeth collar on your dog to prevent it from licking or scratching the wound. Do not blindly use medicine to avoid delaying your dog's recovery.

Anal fissures

If your dog's diet is too dry and it drinks little water, it can lead to hard stools. When your dog strains to defecate, it may cause anal tears, resulting in bleeding. This is a serious condition, so take your dog to the vet immediately for treatment to avoid further infection.

Trauma

If your dog's butt sustains an injury, it can cause bleeding due to ruptured blood vessels. For example, if your dog is scratched or bitten by another animal, it may bleed. Check your dog's butt for visible wounds and clean and disinfect the wounds promptly. Apply an antibiotic ointment.

Anal gland inflammation

If you don't clean your dog's anal glands regularly, they can become inflamed. This can cause your dog to rub its butt on the ground or lick its anus frequently, leading to bleeding around the anus. If you notice your dog constantly scratching or rubbing its butt, it's likely due to inflamed anal glands. Stop your dog from licking or rubbing, and clean the wound with saline solution. Then apply topical antibiotics.

Bloody stools

Bloody stools can be caused by gastrointestinal diseases, viral infections, or parasites. Your dog may also exhibit symptoms such as lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. Be sure to observe your dog closely, and consult a vet promptly if you notice bloody stools.