David H. asked

🐕  Dog Health

My mini dachshund, Trixie, has recurrent anal gland problems despite eating a diet of Nutrisource small bites seafood and Zignature Duck. She poops twice a day with no issues but intermittently scoots and bites at her bum. Could adding pure pumpkin to her diet help, or is it possible she has become allergic to her food?

February 19th, 2023

Jill G. answered

Recurrent anal gland issues in dogs can be managed through dietary changes. Adding plain canned pump...

February 19th, 2023

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