Re: Swelling of the behind area

Posted by: Linda
Posted on: June 01, 2001 at 05:32:24

In Reply to: Swelling of the behind area
Posted by: Wendy Cockrell
Posted on: May 31, 2001 at 23:49:02

Question:

: My Jack Russell Terrier is 9 months old and recently I've noticed a change in her behavior (not bad) -just more submissive and loving, but I've also noticed a slight swelling of her whole behind area. Could this maybe be due to her first coming into heat or do you think that it could be something else?

: She has had problems with scooting-- anal problems before but I thought the anal glands was right by the anal and would not cause a slight swelling of the whole behind region--below her tail.

: Could it be a bowel problem--with no other symptom as I have read about in other Jack Russel Terriers.

: I will be taking her to my veternarian soon but I would appreciate any advice that you can offer.

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Without seeing your dog it is impossible to tell, most likey she is coming into heat, but I can't be 100% sure without seeing her. Your Vet is the best option.
Regards
Linda