Full disclosure: I’m a bad person. I used to think it was funny to watch a dog sit down and row its bum along the ground, until I realised what was up.
Best-case scenario, scooting is a sign of a tricky poo; the sort that gets lodged halfway and needs a little assistance. Worst-case scenario, it could be a sign of worms, itchy skin or anal gland problems.
And while the former may just about qualify for a legitimate smirk, the latter is more likely to mean a trip to the vet. So, please, take your dog’s bottom, and its problems, seriously.
This article is an answer to the question (asked by Charly Labrooy, Portsmouth) 'Why is my dog scooting?'
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