This is what veterinarians train for, right? Well, when visiting the vet isn’t an option, it’s time to step in and be a hero for your dog. Don’t worry, we called in an expert to help understand how to ...

One subject I don’t bring up too often is anal glands. A big reason for this is that it tends to be a gross topic. A modified version of these glands are what skunks use to spray when they are scared.

Dear Dr. Fox: Please tell me the best way for dogs to empty their anal glands without having a vet express them. My dog is a 2 1/2-year-old border collie, and I assume his issue may be partially ...

Did your dog ever do the “boot scoot” across the floor? Aside from just cleaning themselves (on your carpet or rug), the scooting could be an indication that there is another issue brewing. Their anal ...

Q: My goldendoodle has been having trouble with her anal glands for most of her life. She is only 2 years old, and I am wondering if there is anything I can do to prevent this problem. I have to take ...

Q I have two spaniels, and one of them seems to have recurring issues with her anal glands. I have tried all sorts of things I have read about online and nothing seems to work. About a month ago, I ...

Question: My dog has had issues with her anal glands on and off for a while. She scoots her bottom on the carpet and licks and cries. I take her to the vet and they squeeze them, and then she is OK ...

My 4-year-old spayed female Havanese has had several episodes of infected/impacted anal glands. The last time this happened was about 10 months ago and we ended up taking her to an emergency clinic.

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