[Dailydrool] Lilly's "problems"

[Donna Mitchell]

Hi everyone!  It is Lilly's mom again.  If you remember, I had asked about a
vetspital in Southern Maine for a referral for what seems like joint /
neurological issues.

Well, now I really have a question - Is it possible that impacted anal
glands could be causing this kind of limp and "scrunched up" back end?

I tell you why I ask.  This morning, Lilly was biting up the entire length
of her tail.  Hubby and I were observing this, and wondering if she would be
able to wait until October 27 for her neuro visit.  She was biting the
bottom of her feet, her tail, and was hardly able to walk.
Luckily, we live a literal stone throw from the vet.  Loaded her into the
BUV and off she went.  Upon inspection of Lil, she had severely impacted
anal glands.  She was "done" about a month ago.

Could this possibly be what is wrong?  Can the anal glands be expressed too
often?  Can she have them done every 10 days or so?

**sigh**
Any info or input would be so greatly appreciated!

Donna (who is glad she missed the vet appointment this morning)  The vet
didn't think it would be as impacted as it was since she had been recently
done - Quote from husband  "It squirted everywhere"
(gag)

Thanks everyone!!
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