Does she have an e-collar on? That would prevent her from licking it while it heals.
It is pretty common for Chihuahuas to have trouble emptying their anal glands so sometimes it is necessary to express them. There are examples on the internet how you can do it yourself, but I just can't bring myself to do it for my two. Usually you know there is a problem when it begins to be a problem for them to pass stool. The glands are supposed to secrete oils to help with the exit, so to speak! If she is still trying to lick back there, it could be that the antibiotics haven't had the chance to kill all the bacteria. Good luck! Joan, Dolly Dee & Desi Lou From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of iamthinnow Sent: Wednesday, October 12, 2011 10:53 AM To: [email protected] Subject: [Chihuahuas] Hi, I am new here! Also a ? about the anal glands. Hi Everyone! I am the mom to 2 chihuahuas. 1 named Lily who is 4 lbs and Bambi who is 12 lbs. I love them so much! We live in Southern California, Riverside County. It is 100 degrees here today! I am ready for winter! I have a question for anyone who may be able to help me. My little girl, Lily had to go to the vet last week. It cost me $100 which I can not afford. The problem was one of the anal glands. It had an abscess and it looked like a big pimple on her little bum:(. The doctor opened it and gave her a shot (you have never heard something so small make so much noise) I have antibiotics to give her at home as well. I have noticed her licking or biting at the sore. So, my question is should I be doing something else for her? She is 2.5 years old and this is the first time she has had the problem. Does anyone have any suggestions for me? I don't want to have to take her back to the vet if I can help it. She will probably flip out if she sees him again so soon! LOL Anyway, thanks for reading this and any ideas would be appreciated. Tracy in CA
