What dogs are at risk for perianal fistulas? Perianal fistulas most commonly occur in middle-aged (5-8 years old) male dogs, but can occur in dogs as young as 1 year and as old as 14 years. German Shepherds are particularly prone to this disease, and in one study accounted for 84% of the dogs diagnosed. This may be due to the larger number of glands in the perianal area when compared to other breeds, or the way the tail is set and carried. German Shepherds are also more prone to immune-mediated diseases, which may be a component of this condition. Other breeds that have been reported as having perianal fistulas include Labrador Retrievers, Irish Setters, Old English Sheepdogs, Border Collies, Bulldogs, Spaniels, and mixed breeds. Someone wanted to know if Chihuahua's are prone to this? i looked it up and got this tidbit of information. Connie M. Paterson
--- On Thu, 1/8/09, Beth Michl <[email protected]> wrote: From: Beth Michl <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Please Pray for my liitle Smidgen To: [email protected] Date: Thursday, January 8, 2009, 12:58 PM Hi Michelle, Smidgen just turned 6. She has a ulcer a couple months ago, it went away within a week, now she has another one. I googled her symtoms and Perianl Fistula is what I got. I have an appt early Saturday morning. So scared for my little girl... :-( Beth --- On Thu, 1/8/09, eridanusdesign@ aol.com <eridanusdesign@ aol.com> wrote: From: eridanusdesign@ aol.com <eridanusdesign@ aol.com> Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Please Pray for my liitle Smidgen To: chihuah...@yahoogro ups.com Date: Thursday, January 8, 2009, 9:51 AM You have my prayers. How old is yout baby? Have they ever had anal gland problems? best, michelle, henry and vinnie keeping warm in the beautiful Catskills A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps!
