Anal glands are two sac located on either side of the anus in dogs, cats and all predators as 5 and 7 O clock position. In dogs, these glands secrete a fluid that is used to mark the territory. These glands are expressed during deification. Sometimes, due to unknown reasons, anal glands fluid become thick and secretions can not be expressed. This condition can develop in to infection because anal glands continue to produce thick secretions, resulting in enlargement of anal glands.
The impacted anal glands should be expressed by the groomer, owner or vet. You can also express them by applying pressure on the anal glands through fingers.
Yes you can learn to express the anal glands. It is best to have your veterinarian show you how to do this and walk you through your first attempt. It is easy to learn if you have the stomach to handle the smell. I would not pay a groomer to express the anal glands. Usually groomers just attempt to express them from the outside--this will not empty the glands fully.
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You must use the oral antibiotics for the anal glands. You can find them in the market. It will really solve your problem. Try to use the oral antibiotics for the solution of the problem.
