Is your dog scooting or licking? These common habits can signal anal gland issues. Here’s what it means—and the vet-created ...

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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.

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 ...

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.

Q: My friends all have their little dogs’ glands treated by the groomer. My dog is a shepherd and doesn’t need a groomer, but should he have his glands expressed? A: You’re talking about anal glands, ...

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 ...

I’m guessing you’ve landed here because your pup has been sliding his backside across the floor a little too often — also known as scooting — and you’re wondering what might be causing it. Seeing your ...