PETS ARE FAMILY, TOO by Dr. Annjolyn Pecoraro-Knoll WHEN DOGS SCOOT We've all seen it: a dog scooting across the yard on his rear swellings, growths, and/or tumors your pet exhibits. If they end, pulling himself along by the strength of his front legs. But, continue past a reasonable time, see your veterinarian for make no mistake. This behavior is not normal, and it's a red an accurate diagnosis and treatment. The sooner treatment flag for owners. Most of the time, scooting indicates that there begins, the better chance your beloved pet has for a happy, is a problem with the dog's anal sacs, which is a part of canine healthy life. We provide a full range of veterinary services here anatomy that nobody really wants to discuss, except, of course, at Knoll Animal Hospital, 565 E. St. Charles Road at the corner the vet. Lift the dog's tail and check for signs of irritation and of Schmale and St. Charles Road. Don't forget to mention our swelling. Swollen, impacted anal sacs can eventually burst NEW CLIENT $1 PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION. Please call and cause a smelly and uncomfortable condition. Dogs that 630-668-1748 for an appointment. We make house calls. have chronically swollen anal sacs might be best treated by having them removed by a board-certified surgeon. P.S. Worms, tumors and allergies can cause a dog to scoot. It is important to always investigate any abnormal behavior, www.knollanimalhospital.com