anal glands

I was wondering if there is something that I need to watch for to see if my maltipoo gets blocked up due to her anal glands?? Thank you- Jill

Also, she has had all her puppy shots and rabies...is there more shots she may need such as kennel cough? or any adult shots ?

She is new to us and I need to make sure she is taken care of properly - Thank you for your time... Jill


Hi Jill
Generally if a puppy has impacted/infected anal glands it will do a characteristic kind of bottom-shuffle called 'scooting'. That's very descriptive as the pup literally 'scoots' it's little behind across the carpet/floor/ground etc.

A puppy with this problem may also seem very uncomfortable in that area, and continually lick or bite at itself. If an infection sets in, a fever, lethargy and a general sense of illness will set in.

As for, shots.... it sounds as though your pup has had everything she needs for now. She will need a Bordatella shot (Kennel Cough) if she is to be boarded, spend much time at a Puppy DayCare, go to Obedience School etc. Also, depending on where you live she may require other optional shots such as Lyme Disease. My Puppy Shots page has lots of information on shot requirements and recommendations.

She will also need annual boosters as an adult, although the recommended frequency of vaccinations can vary from state to state.

As you're a new puppy parent, you may find my New Puppy Care page useful as it has lots of tips and advice on all aspects of puppy care.

Best of luck!