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.
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.