Your Dog and Your Cat 



and narrow. These are passed, separated and alone, 

 or in bunches. They possess the power of move- 

 ment and when they elongate themselves have the 

 appearance of a roundworm. They are frequently 

 spoken of as seat worms because they often stick 

 to the hair about the rectum. 



The same rules of treatment apply to these worms 

 as to the roundworms. 



Infected Anal Glands. — It is generally thought 

 that a dog is showing evidence of worms when 

 he draws himself along on the floor, sliding on his 

 rectum. This symptom, however, is due to an im- 

 paction or infection of the anal glands. These 

 glands are situated about the anus and secrete an 

 oily fluid which lubricates the anus and aids defeca- 

 tion. At times this secretion becomes thickened and 

 is retained in the gland. As its pressure becomes 

 increased necrosis takes place and an abscess is 

 formed, resulting in a very irritating and painful 

 condition. Because of the pain experienced in de- 

 fecation, the stool is retained as long as possible 

 and constipation results. 



Treatment. — Hot moist, packs applied over the 

 anus help to relieve the pain. Following this the 

 parts should be massaged with olive oil or vaseline. 

 After several applications, gentle massage about the 

 anus will break down the obstruction at the opening 

 of the gland and the secretion can be pressed out. 

 When an abscess forms this must be lanced and 

 treated accordingly. 



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