What's going on with my dog spinning in circles?

Dog spinning in place may be due to the following reasons. First, some dogs will exhibit spinning behavior before defecating; second, brain infection caused by parasites; third, neurological symptoms caused by encephalitis; fourth, dogs may exhibit spinning and tail-chasing behavior when they are excited and excited. It is recommended that owners observe their dog's behavior closely. If any other abnormalities occur, take the dog to the pet hospital for inspection promptly.

What does it mean when a dog spins in circles?

There are generally three reasons for a dog to spin in circles: first, boredom and curiosity; sometimes you may see a dog that was originally curled up suddenly chase its tail. This may also be due to a lack of companionship or toys. Second, parasites; if a dog has a large number of internal parasites, it will itch around the anus. Third, anal glands; if the anal glands are not cleaned for a long time or become inflamed, ulcerated, or abscessed, they can cause discomfort in the anus, prompting the dog to bite or lick it to alleviate the pain.

What are the symptoms of parasites in dogs?

External parasites can be seen with the naked eye, including fleas, mange mites, ticks, and lice, which attach to the dog's fur. Once a dog has internal parasites, its appetite increases, but the dog's nutrient absorption is much worse than that of a normal dog, so the dog becomes thinner. Some dogs may have loose stools or diarrhea, and internal parasites can also cause a dog to rub its buttocks. If a dog has too many parasites, it may vomit, and the vomit may contain parasites, adults, or eggs.

How to treat dog parasites?

For internal parasites, a fecal examination is necessary to determine the type of parasite. Common parasites can be driven away with deworming medications such as蛔虫、tape worm、hook worm，while specific dewormers are needed for贾滴鞭毛虫 and coccidia. External parasites can be treated with external dewormers, which can kill the parasites that the dewormer can drive away. It is also necessary to protect against parasites in the environment.