Anal Glands in a Dog

Dr Greg shows where anal glands are and how they are emptied or flushed out.

Category:

Pets & Animals

Tags:

• Dog
• anal
• glands
• veterinary

[cyphercomplete]

Excellent vid mate.

Are there any other ways to treat this smelly issue, rather than emptying the glands? Have a new rescue who is super nervous and it smells, daily... Hes not very comfortable with human touch just yet, so thats why I ask.

Cheers!

[DrGregDVM]

@cyphercomplete That could be stress. Stressed and scared dogs often release them. More fiber like a tbsp of pumpkin daily may help. Toy breeds often have bad plumbing =small pipes that get clogged. Food allergy to wheat gluten may cause irritation of the glands and anal irritation=scooting. Avoid grains in food and treats and chews!

[cokiemeli]

so how often when I have to express my dogs anal glands

[DrGregDVM]

@cokiemeli Most dogs never need it done. Some dogs with food allergies or "bad plumbing" need it done monthly

[kostariddle]

is it really safe to do it at home? I mean, if you're not a veterinarian

[DrGregDVM]

@kostariddle Many people do it from the outside and gently from the inside.Groomers often learn to do this to help out

[CasqueDuMacabre]

"Fountain! FOUNTAIN!!"

You are awesome, doctor.

[bedofrazorsqwerty]

I saw someone finger a dog's butt today. I am going to go outside now.

[DrGregDVM]

@jaflans Love to educate and entertain a bit. Thanks!

[jaflans]

Great video. Good to see a vet with a sense of humor making a disgusting situation kind of fun! :)

[DrGregDVM]

@bigboreguy Glad it helps! I'm amazed at the number of dogs with the problem.