I know it's not a pleasant topic but we need to keep our dogs healthy. So if your dog has anal gland problems you probably get the anal glands expressed(emptied) every time you go to the groomer or the Vet. Did you know that that may not be helping?
A healthy dog empties the anal glands naturally when they go to the bathroom. If your dog isn't emptying their anal glands normally, it's important for you and your Vet to discover a cause. Groomers should not be doing medical procedures on your pet.
So how do you keep them healthy? If you see your dog scooting their rear end on the floor, their glands may be full. Make an appointment with your Vet to find out why the glands aren't emptying normally. Ask your Vet to show you how to check to see if the the glands are full.
This is Dr Karen Becker's video about anal glands.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yA9SeHAEyQ4&feature=player_embedded
About Me
- Christine Neumyer Smith CPDT-KA
- Lowell, MA, United States
- I'm a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and certified groomer offering training and grooming house calls in the Lowell, MA area.
