Keeping your dog's
tail pocket clean and dry is just another aspect of maintaining your dog's total body health and wellness.
A page called «English Bullies 101» explains routine tasks such as cleaning those facial folds or
tail pockets and treating skin irritation, which is common for the breed.
It is easy to do but very important, so don't overlook this simple task if you have a Bulldog or another breed with
a tail pocket!
Dogs can develop a buildup of dirt and grime in
the tail pocket and, if it isn't properly cleaned, that can lead to inflammation, irritation, and infection.
If you aren't sure how to go about cleaning your dog's
tail pocket, just ask a professional groomer or your veterinarian.
Not all dogs have
tail pockets.
(Regular cleaning of folds,
tail pockets; breathing issues; cherry eye; allergies; high quality food; weight and skin issues; etc..)
We even address those more sensitive topics such as how to clean the face folds of a wrinkly dog and
the tail pockets found in certain breeds (read up to find out which ones!)
Squishface Wrinkle Paste - Cleans Wrinkles, Tear Stains and
Tail Pockets - 2 Oz, Anti-Itch, Great for Bulldogs, Pugs and Frenchies
Tail pockets must be cleaned regularly, unpleasant though this may be for you and your pooch.
The tail pocket is a pocket under the tail above the anus.
Yeast infections of the ears and skin, mange (which is difficult to see on bulldogs due to the overlaying yeast that usually partners with it in the breed), food allergies, back / spinal issues, inverted tails,
tail pockets, cherry eye, breathing issues which can lead to death without proper surgery, potty training issues (which Frenchies are notorious for), behavioral issues, and more.