Don’t forget to wipe! It turns out that the crusty mess hiding under a dog’s tail could easily irritate the dog and make him drag his backside to scratch it. While a dog also scoots across a floor when his anal glands need to be expressed, checking for crusty messes under the tail is a cheaper and easier fix to try first. If left uncleaned for too long, the irritation could lead to a rash, which could cause more discomfort.
Source: Dogster, August 22, 2016.
The article offers tips for conscientious dog butt wiping for owners.
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