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Anal Glands and Your Dog's Health

Are your dogu2019s anal glands functioning well? Every dog has two oval-shaped sacs on either side of the anus. The secretion from a dogu2019s anal glands has a strong odor and is unique to each dog. The anal gland secretion acts as a lubricant to ease the bowel movements of the dogs.

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Anal Glands and Your Dog's Health

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  1. Anal Glands and Your Dog's Health Are your dog’s anal glands functioning well? Every dog has two oval-shaped sacs on either side of the anus. The secretion from a dog’s anal glands has a strong odor and is unique to each dog. The anal gland secretion acts as a lubricant to ease the bowel movements of the dogs. If a secretion passes along the dog’s feces, the anal glands are in good health.

  2. What Can Impact the Anal Glands Function? There are a few signs to watch and tell if a dog is experiencing blocked or impacted anal glands.  Your dog scoots the rear end along the lawn or floor. Excessively licks or itches the anal area. Difficulty with pooping. Pus or blood at the rectum or in the stool. Swelling or redness near the anal.

  3. What Happens If Anal Gland Issues Do Not Function Properly If the anal glands do not empty, it leads to swelling and makes the dog feel uncomfortable. When the exit duct is blocked, anal glands overfill and cause an impaction. The impacted anal gland becomes the perfect place for bacterial growth, which leads to infection. It makes things uncomfortable for your dog.

  4. How to Make Your Dog Feel Comfortable? • Does Regular Manual Anal Glands Expression Require? • No! It is not necessary! Your veterinarian or dog grooming expert in Huntington Beach can help the pet when required. A professional groomer does not attempt to express anal glands if there is an impaction or infection. You can consider professional dog grooming in Huntington Beach to help your dog! A well-trained dog groomer in Huntington Beach can help with anal gland expression if there are signs of a blockage. If the anal glands are infected, it is wise to rely on veterinarians. With detailed knowledge of your dog’s needs and anatomy, veterinarians diagnose the underlying issues!   • What Causes Anal Gland Problems in Dogs? Some essential factors may cause the anal gland issue in Dogs. Here are the causes that may lead to your dog experiencing anal gland issues!

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