I have been grooming my dog recently to save money after my husband lost his job. I understand that there is a gland in or near the rectum that needs to be expelled. I have read that if the secretion is not expelled, it can be toxic. Any advice other than taking my dog to a groomer?
2007-01-05 15:16:13 · 12 answers · asked by blue_id_baby05 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
He needs his anal glands expressed.. it is really gross to do, but many people do it to their dogs! The glands sit at 4 and 8 oclock (if you use the dogs rectum as a clock!) You can sometimes express them from the outside by pushing upward on the gland, expelling the waste. If that does not work you can attempt to go inside the rectum (yuck) and squeeze the glands that way (they sit right inside the rectum).. good luck with that one, its no fun! usually large breed dogs dont have this problem because they can express them themselves.. you will see this problem in small breed dogs (maltese, chihuahua, dachshund, etc) if you see your dog scooting or trying to get to his rear end then you know its time! Do not ignore it though.. the anal glands will abscess if not expressed and then you have yourself a mess! And a very painful dog!
2007-01-05 15:21:41 · answer #1 · answered by doodlebugmeem 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It isn't that the secretions become toxic, what happens is the gland becomes more and more full, the anus becomes an "outie", and the gland can become impacted. In very extreme cases, the impaction can rupture. Any species' fecal matter is toxic if it enters the system. Also, not all dogs need their anal glands expelled. There is an online site that explains the process, but I would recommend that you at least watch the procedure done by a professional at least once. Call around to your local groomers and ask what they charge for doing only that. You may be surprised at how affordable it is. There are some vets that also will do only that procedure and charge very little. Here in San Diego I can have it done for $10 -$15 per visit. This is something that as far as how often it needs to be done varies widely from dog to dog. My Terrier X never needs it. When my Chihuahua came to me, he needed it once a month for 3 or 4 months, now, a year and a half later, it is maybe every two - three months.
2007-01-05 15:51:40 · answer #2 · answered by doggzma 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have been regularly taking your dog to a groomer to be groomed..i can tell you the anal glands have been expressed..Unlike what some of these people have said..anal glands do need to be expressed on some dogs...not all...But...once they have been expressed on a regular basis--this needs to be continued..or..they can get an abscess and it will rupture..this is not pleasant....I do suggest that you either have a Veterinarian or a groomer show you how to do this properly...And yes i do know what i am talking about..in case some people want to know..I currently work in a Veterinary clinic (for 15 years) and i also groom dogs...i applaud you for trying the grooming yourself..if you have any questions i would gladly help you out..just send me a message..good luck
2007-01-05 16:26:53 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dogs have 2 glands called anal sacs on either side of their anus-usually at 5 o'clock and 7 o'clock positions. The anal sacs are scent glands that serve to identify the dog and help mark his territory when he eliminates. As the stool passes out of the anus, the pressure empties the sacs. When this doesn't occur, the sacs can become impacted. Infection and abscess can follow if the impaction isn't relieved by manually emptying the anal glands, a technique your vet should show you how to do at home. The technique is difficult to explain and it would be best for you to see it done once, considering this is such a sensitive area. Impacted anal glands are most common in small dogs and are indicated by the dog scooting on the ground or licking and biting at his rear.
2007-01-05 15:41:32 · answer #4 · answered by LeslieG 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Take a trip to teh vet and ask him or her to show you exactly how. This is something vets are glad to teach a pet owner how to do it is a yechie job. Generally the secretion comes out of the glands as th edog uses abdominal muscles to poop. But once in a while the glands clog. Really the glands don't ususally needs expressing.
Warning the sescretion from the anal glands is very foul smelling and the stench is hard to get rid of. YOU will deffinitely need the vets advice on getting rid of the odor. let me clue you to something. I have a 12 dogs. One of my doxies has a back injury. We had to catherize him till his bladder started to work again. He has to drag his back legs around so each evening I wash his tummy, including his penise and put either betadine or tripple anitibiotic on his tummy and legs to trying to avoid infectoins and skin break down. But we DO NOT EXPRESS THE ANAL GLANDS OURSELVES.
One way to tell if your dog needs the glands expressed is that he will scoot his behind on the rug or floor because it is uncomfortable. If he does not do that it does not mean he does not need it done but if he is scooting he most likely does.
2007-01-05 15:30:39 · answer #5 · answered by raredawn 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
A vet, or in accordance to danger a canines groomer can carry out this service. Scooting is also a demonstration of worms, you should to take a stool trend to the vet to be checked. particular, the vet or groomer can teach you the thanks to attempt this, and particular, it smells undesirable. replacing his food shouldn't ideal this and should be performed steadily. tell your dad a panel of "professionals" have all suggested that the canines needs to ward off to the vet. we on the on the spot are literally not all little ones at right here, both! It received't fee plenty, yet is had to get it performed. the speedier the more suitable useful. Congratulations on being smart sufficient to understand what the challenge is! a superb sort of "adults" do not also understand about anal glands and the might want to have them expressed. So, strong for you! i wager you've research plenty about canines, huh? contained in the adventure that your dad keeps to be reluctant to ward off, ask him to really call the vet, tell them the canines's caution warning signs, and ask some questions then. they're going to in all likelihood convince him to furnish the canines in. strong success!
2016-12-01 21:43:39 · answer #6 · answered by lemmer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can do it yourself but I dont really know how to do it myself. I know you said you wanted to save money but a vet can do it and it might cost less then taking your dog to the groomers. I would check it out.
2007-01-05 15:28:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You know I have had many dogs and they have lived to a very old happy age. Never have they had their anal glands expelled. This is a crazy trend. There is a vet in our town that does this all of the time and "she has a bad reputation. Don't go for it...
2007-01-05 15:26:20 · answer #8 · answered by Michelle Y 2 · 1⤊ 4⤋
it is nasty take her to the vet and let them do it she will feel better i only had to pay about 7 dollars each time i took my dog
i hope this helps
2007-01-05 15:41:04 · answer #9 · answered by billiejo_8 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think this is absolutely vital. If I were you, if the dog seems fine, I would just forget about it. I have never heard of this until just recently. I do not know anyone who has done this to their dog.
2007-01-05 15:36:57 · answer #10 · answered by my two cents 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋