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by Annette on March 10th, 2005

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Why does my dog drag its butt across the carpet or floor?

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  • by giveiturall on August 28th, 2007

    giveiturall

    Have you ever not scratched an itch? I think it can be the glands or worms or just plain needing a rub down.

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  • by Redhawk on February 8th, 2006

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    Generally, this is a sign that the dog needs to have the anal glands expressed. This is a rather stinky job and can be stressful for both dog and owner.

    You have to apply pressure to each side of the dog's anus, firmly enough to cause the glands on either side to expel the feces and possible liquid that has been retained there.

    The first time is best done by your Vet, even if you are willing to do it yourself at home should it be a problem in the future. Watching how much pressure, where and how as your Vet does it can build your confidence and also help you see exactly what should happen. Of course, you'll also find out how stinky it can be and make an overall informed decision if you do want to "do it yourself" should the need arise.

    Ideally, if your dog is not elderly and appears to be in reasonable good health, this should rarely be a problem. Look to the quality of FOOD you are feeding (semi-moist foods contribute to this problem a lot!), provide MORE exercise for your dog (overweight dogs frequently may have this problem) and be sure your dog has access to CLEAN, FRESH drinking water.

    While having worms COULD result in perhaps having an itchy bottom, you can easily take in a SMALL (a table spoon or one turd is MORE than enough) fecal sample to your Vet and have them test it, if this is a concern.

    Tape worms look like bits of moving rice, while many other types of worms can not be seen at all with the naked eye. A lethargic dog, dry coat, bloated stomach, eating a lot but looks thin, suddenly coughing when playing or running, runny stools...are all other signs that often are a red flag to check for worms. IF you have fleas, you likely will also have Tape worms which come from the dog swallowing a preg. female flea while biting the itchy buggers.

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  • by Over and Out on November 1st, 2010

    Over and Out

    Our dog did that when the scent glands in her anus were blocked up.

    The Vet can relieve that and she'll be better. It's a simple procedure.

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  • by mhlover on May 30th, 2007

    mhlover

    ok well i have checked every stool he has produced and he does not have worms....i also have him groomed monthly and they squeeze his anal glands each time...so any other ideas

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  • by giveiturall on August 28th, 2007

    giveiturall

    Have you ever not scratched an itch? I think it can be the glands or worms or just plain needing a rub down.

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  • by Pogster on August 28th, 2007

    Pogster

    He either has worms or he needs to have his anal glands emptied. Take him to a vet.

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  • by Esteban-- Smart ass Pumpkin on July 8th, 2007

    Esteban-- Smart ass Pumpkin

    either anal glands or it's opinion of your carpet.

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  • by don corleone on November 15th, 2005

    don corleone

    Anal glands are swollen!
    To remedy:
    1) get a pair of gloves
    2) put the gloves on
    3)Lube your pointer finger
    4) Insert
    Anal glands are located at the 10 and 2 position (much like driving a car). If you feel a large lump, Call your Vet. Also feel bad for your dog because you just violated him/her. You could try squeezing the glands, much like a zit.

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  • by tingirl on August 3rd, 2005

    tingirl

    dogs have glands near their butt that may get plugged. It needs to be seen by a vet to remove the "stuff" by squeezing the gland A very quick procedure that should not require a stay. My dog has been treated twice in six years for that.

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  • by Joe B on March 11th, 2005

    Joe B

    As far as I know, this behavior is caused by the animal not defecating properly. He/she did not "pinch" (for lack of a better word) all of the excrement entirely. If you have a dachshund, this behavior is strongly discouraged because it will hurt their backs.

    The only other reason I could think of is because it itches, and he has no other method of scratching it.

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  • by Angie on September 30th, 2008

    Angie

    Try to get rid of the sh*tty skid marks on your carpet?

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  • by OVER_LORD on April 18th, 2008

    OVER_LORD

    If your dog is a female then it may be a sign that her anal glands may need doing. If so then take her to the vets to have a look. If not then your dog may have worms. Also see the vet

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  • by Firebrand on November 24th, 2007

    Firebrand

    It can be a sign of the animal having a worm infestation.

    Give the dog worming medication

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  • by 1998mac on November 24th, 2007

    1998mac

    its butt is probably itchy lol imagine a dog doin that dragging its butt all over the floor! LOL! or fleas r biting his butt. LOL!!!

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  • by Shopping Sheryl - home from the hospital on August 28th, 2007

    Shopping Sheryl - home from the hospital

    It could be a number of things:
    worms
    dingleberries
    anal glands need to be emptied
    itching from fleas

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  • by Yeahwell... on August 28th, 2007

    Yeahwell...

    I think they do that to "clean the area".

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  • by Anonymous on July 8th, 2007

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    my dog is basically known for that hah we took him to a vet and yes squeezed his anal glands. The dogs butt my get very raw depending on where he/she does it. If raw and a little bloody or pink looking go to a vet and they will perscribe a cream to putt on the dogs behind and it helps. My dog was great after that.

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  • by Granty on August 1st, 2005

    Granty

    It's because it has worms

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  • by Kenda7 on May 28th, 2005

    Kenda7

    Dogs may some times have an itchy rear... but in that case they attempt to turn around and chew on it.
    This is either a sign of clogged anal glands (if it is a small dog) or most likely worms (hook, round or whip worms) ...either way this dog should be examined and treated by the vet.

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  • by BigDaddyBS on August 16th, 2011

    BigDaddyBS

    How do you scratch your butt? They don't have hands, remember? LOL

    Just as humans have hemorrhoids, dogs have anal glands, and sometimes they itch. They are literally scratching their asses.

    If you could and it felt good, wouldn't you? ;-)

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  • by dewshaft on November 1st, 2010

    dewshaft

    Because it itches. It could be because of blocked anal glands but that's not always the case.

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  • by Woah! This Jew's bored!! on November 1st, 2010

    Woah! This Jew's bored!!

    My male dog does this. The reason is her scent glands are blocked, and you should take her to the vet asap. She might still do it, but not as often.

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  • by PocketNut is as sure as a peanut on November 1st, 2010

    PocketNut is as sure as a peanut

    Blocked anal glands or worms, either way, you need to see a vet because your dog is also dragging turd across your carpet, and dog turd often contains parasites that can cause humans to go blind.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toxoplasmosis

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  • by sarah_4 on January 25th, 2008

    sarah_4

    your dog might have worms or it might have an itch spot under the tail. but it could also be an infection

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  • by koldkanuck on January 13th, 2008

    koldkanuck

    He's just marking a trail so he dosen't get lost on his way back.
    Or another possibility, he's warming up someone's lunch.

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  • by -O-uknow on December 18th, 2007

    -O-uknow

    Your out of toilet paper?

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  • by Mr n Mrs M... on December 18th, 2007

    Mr n Mrs M...

    Thats hilarious when dogs do that!

    Its because they have an itchy butt.

    To stop this behaviour install wooden flooring, the friction will make the dog think twice about it then.
    SQUUUUUEEEEEEEEEK WWWWUUUUFF OOOOOOWW!!!

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  • by Sheriff Raff -Answerhag on November 24th, 2007

    Sheriff Raff -Answerhag

    watch this

    click on this

    http://dogcarebasics.com/dog_grooming_anal_glands.shtml

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  • by princessemmabelle on November 24th, 2007

    princessemmabelle

    Because he lacks thumbs therefore he can't use toilet paper and his butt probably itches sometimes...just like a persons.

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  • by Zack on November 24th, 2007

    Zack

    My cat just did the same thing 10 minutes ago.

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  • by Gonzo on May 30th, 2007

    Gonzo

    Usually caused by worms. Get him medication.

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  • by Galeanda on May 30th, 2007

    Galeanda

    Trying to write his name? Actually he either has worms or he needs his anal glands expressed. Take him to the vet.

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  • by TimeWillTell on August 27th, 2005

    TimeWillTell

    There Could be a possibility that your pet may have worms, you may want to go to your local store and you may find a few products that will take care of this problem.

    Also, you may want to check excretions for worms, which will look something similar to white larve.

    The medication is syrupy in substance and can be poured over your pets food, do this everyday and the problem will take care of itself in a matter of a few days.

    Hope that helped ^^

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  • by one gunn on April 15th, 2005

    one gunn

    also there is a type of parasidic worm that some dogs are infected with your vet could tell you more but these worms cause that itching around the anal area .

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  • by Prunesquallor on November 28th, 2009

    Prunesquallor

    Her anus is itching. This can be caused by a lot of things, but it's generally worms.

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  • by InhaleMusic on August 16th, 2011

    InhaleMusic

    The visions of happiness it brings.
    KACHING.

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  • by guirion on August 16th, 2011

    guirion

    Dogs usually drag their asses when they have worms.

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  • by Over and Out on August 16th, 2011

    Over and Out

    Often that means they have a "clogged" scent (anal) gland.

    The Vet can take care of that.

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  • by The Chief on August 17th, 2011

    The Chief

    Maybe you're out of toilet paper...

    ;)~

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  • by Benjamin_P5092 on December 2nd, 2011

    Benjamin_P5092

    why Dog Wiping His Butt

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  • by babycat007 on February 5th, 2011

    babycat007

    some dogs that do this have worms my dog does it usaully after she comes in from doing her buisness so i thought yuck shes wiping her ass on the carpet but then i thought after reading this no she hasnt gone yet she as it says in some answers needs to go back out i said u wanna go back out and she led to the door so the theory of doing it to make the poo come out is true thank you (but yuck 2 lol)

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  • by Jade_W8773 on January 15th, 2011

    Jade_W8773

    I think it is because you know when your dog walks up to you and never leaves you alone? Well that means they want something they might want you to scratch their butt because they cant reach it. When you ignore your dog and your dog walks away and leaves and scratches their butt on the floor then you know what your dog wanted.

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  • by TheRazzz on September 22nd, 2010

    TheRazzz

    Share your answer...

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  • by TheRazzz on September 22nd, 2010

    TheRazzz

    Everyone keeps saying take your dog to the vet. This is ridculous advice to run up a bill for something so simply done.
    Just lubricate a gloved finger and push on the bump inside the rectom at an angle like popping a pimple. How hard can that be. If you are weak in the tummy to do this then get your teenage kid to do it or another friend or member of the family.

    It makes me think that the vets are hanging around to get you to go and spend money. It is NOT brain surgery. Be ready for the most horrible smell you have ever encountered. I would say attach aclose pin to your nose but I think it best you smell it to insure that you got the job accomplished. Good Luck!!!

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  • by Cassaundra_Q on September 22nd, 2010

    Cassaundra_Q

    think of it as like when you have hemorrhoids, they itch, same thing with the dog, his rear is clogged take him to the vet or a groomers!

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  • by thisgirl on November 2nd, 2010

    thisgirl

    it's prob because she can't poop
    bring her to the vet

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  • by bigben on December 2nd, 2011

    bigben

    i have a feeling you will be back on here asking another question. why does my carpet smell like dogs toilet paper

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  • by Alex on November 24th, 2007

    Alex

    Because his butt probably itches.

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  • by Byhtomit on June 1st, 2009

    Byhtomit

    Usually because they have worms and that causes their butt to itch.

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  • by DudeLer 2 on September 30th, 2008

    DudeLer 2

    a. the dog is leaving a scent saying this house is his, and all intruders better get the Hello out.
    b. his butt could be itchy, so that is one way to clean his butt by wipeing it on the carpet.

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