Good vibes for Kaiser, please?

I'd be worried too.  When you say he spends 30 minutes, trying to poop, do you mean he isn't able to go at all or just that it takes that long?  I don't think I'd want to wait two weeks to see the Vet again. Sending Kaiser get better vibes, poor boy.

I probably wouldn't wait, either.  German Shepherd's are prone to perianal fistulas---very painful.  Sometimes they respond to a simple change in diet, sometimes surgery and/or steroid therapy is needed.

http://www.shilohshepherds.info/geneticTaskForce/Perianal_Fistula.htm

http://www.artreality.com/portfolio/wdwork/vet/perianalfistulas.htm

Good vibes coming your way for sure.

About a year ago, I had to deal with anal gland issues with Buddy.  He had a really ugly abcess under his tail that got bad due to licking excessively.  Take a moment to read this thread:  http://forum.dog.com/forums/p/82843/647925.aspx#647925

I started using the AG powder and have not had a problem since.

How is Kaiser's fiber intake.  If you haven't already, think about how you can increase his fiber.

Poor thing.  Keep us posted.

I have no advice just a TON of good vibes for you & Kaiser.

Defiantly sending good vibes to Kaiser!!

I wouldn't wait either -- if he's got too much pain TO go, or if it's opening a wound to go, then they'll need to give him an enema or something (it's NOT fun I've done it, but with an open sore back there you don't want to risk doing it yourself).

You could have an infected gland, or he could have something like a perianal hernia.  I don't know each of your dogs well enough to know but is he intact by chance?  Intact dogs (or dogs who were intact a long time) are at much higher risk for a perianal hernia -- that can present exactly like an infected anal gland (the muscle tissue around the anus splits and allows part of the intestine to poke thru).  It's a nasty mess to deal with (Foxy had one, voice of experience here).

Or it could be a tumor.  Honestly I would have wanted more from the vet than you got -- and if he's having THAT much pain and issue trying to defecate, I'd be at the vet first thing today.  At the very least he needs stool softener (and you can give him prunes easily -- they're sweet and they tend to like them) on a regular basis til you get this resolved. 

Poor guy, sounds like he was in some real distress.

 Kaiser you mom is real worried about you!  She is doing what she can to help you, OK?

Sending our best vibes to you and the handsome boy!

I have also on occasion added Benefiber to B's mix as he gets anal gland issues when his allergies flare.  It seems to help.  I also will wipes to clean the area during those allergy flare ups.  i would try to clean his anal area just to make sure that he isn't feeling something back there that feels like he has to go.  

Good luck and give us an update when you can

good thoughts sent to Kaiser. I agree, I would not wait long...hopefully nothing...TONS of good vibes sent!

 My first thought was fistulas b/c he's a GSD, but the net is no substitute for the vet.  Poor Kaiser!  I will be thinking of him and hope they can give you an answer soon.

Anal Furunculosis

What is anal furunculosis?

Anal furunculosis is also called perianal fistula or perianal sinus. It is a condition affecting mainly the German Shepherd Dog. However Sheepdogs, Irish Setters and crossbreeds, particularly those of German Shepherd breeding, can also be affected.

How do I recognize it? What are its signs?

The condition can often go undetected in its early stages and is often discovered by the veterinarian during a routine examination for other reasons, e.g. booster vaccinations, etc. Initially the dog may show no signs. As the disease progresses straining, with painful defecation, often with blood streaked *** may be noticed. There will be excessive licking and often self-mutilation together with a reluctance to sit. Tail movements may become painful and there may a resentment of any approach to the anal region. Many dogs show personality changes which can often be vague. If your dog does show any of these signs you should contact your veterinarian.

What does the condition involve?

The condition involves multiple chronic fistulous tracks or ulcerating sinuses involving the whole of the anal region and surrounding skin. The condition could be compared with a carbuncle - a many headed abscess.

What is the cause?

The cause is not fully understood although impaction or infection of the anal sacs (anal glands), and adjacent sinuses and crypts has been suggested. Poor ventilation of the anal region has long been proposed as a major contributory factor. Indeed, tail amputation at one time enjoyed popularity as a method of treatment.

Recent work indicates the condition may have an auto immune basis. There may also be a genetic predisposition. Some families of German Shepherd dogs appear particularly prone.

oh geeze..owie! I am so sorry Kaiser..feel better soon buddy! Good vibes continue to be sent!

Poor Kaiser. I'm glad the obstruction is gone and I hope he starts to feel better real soon.

Awww bless his heart.  Good call Lies!!  I'm SO glad you took him in this morning!

Poor Kaiser....so glad you know what is happening...Feel better Kaiserboy!  And, no more eating of paper towels or mulch.