May 05, 2011
Some people have told me they clean their dog's anal glands and how it is necessary to do so. Is this something that should be done? What is your take on this?
Full Question:
Cindy,Ok, so, I have asked you and Ed lots of questions and to my knowledge all have been legit and decent.
I hope this question doesn't end up on your dumb, or questions that make me laugh area.
I was speaking to some people and they told me they clean their dogs anal glands and told me how they do it as a necessary maintenance on there dog, spoke to me about like they would groom there dog on a daily basis. I did some research on this and even found some youtube videos which makes me question if this is something that should be done?
I was aware that dogs have anal glands. However, I have never heard of this, never heard of anyone doing this. I don't trust many people when it comes to advice about my dog. What's your take on this? Is this something you guys do?
Thanks!
Joe
Cindy's Answer:
Hi Joe,
I was a groomer for many years and expressing the anal glands was part of the “normal” grooming process for most dogs that came in. With that said, unless your dog seems to have a problem with the glands (usually shows as scooting, excessive licking or bad odor) it’s something that shouldn’t need to be done on a regular basis.
Our Corgi needs her glands expressed once or twice a year, she’ll start chasing her rear end and I know she’s feeling uncomfortable. The rest of the dogs have never had anything done with their anal glands.
Cindy
I was a groomer for many years and expressing the anal glands was part of the “normal” grooming process for most dogs that came in. With that said, unless your dog seems to have a problem with the glands (usually shows as scooting, excessive licking or bad odor) it’s something that shouldn’t need to be done on a regular basis.
Our Corgi needs her glands expressed once or twice a year, she’ll start chasing her rear end and I know she’s feeling uncomfortable. The rest of the dogs have never had anything done with their anal glands.
Cindy
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