Dog Glands

What Are Dog Glands?
Two small sacs located just inside the dog's rectum at approximately 4:00 and 6:00

Common Symptoms Of Full And Impacted Dog Glands:

•  Dog sliding across the carpet, grass or pavement.

•  Dog licking his/her back end excessively.

•  Dog sensitive to touch around the tail or back end.

•  Dog quickly turning towards the tail like something might be biting him.

Underneath the tail and beneath the skin, there are two sacs on either side of the anus. The glands are to express fear and mark territory by releasing a strong smelling secretion.

Problems occur when they do not empty regularly and on their own. Many owners witness their dog sliding across the carpet or ground in an attempt to drain the glands themselves.

Caring for dogs for more than twenty five years; dog anal gland issues were a common problem until we learned why.

Contributing Factors To Problem Dog Glands

•  Poor diet. Feeding your dog cheap processed kibble with little nutritional value causes all sorts of problems. Impacted dog glands, skin, ear and allergies are just a few of the more common problems associated with poor quality food.
•  Lack of exercise. Your dog needs to run. Running massages the glands and helps to natually loosen the anal gland secretion.
•  Constipation as a result of owners not letting the dog outside enough. A dog's number one goal is to please their owner, aka their leader. In an effort to please their owners, dogs will hold their urine and bowel movements for extensive periods of time.
•  Overweight dogs are also prone to anal gland dog problems.
•  Soft and loose stool. Firmer stool also massages these glands naturally.
•  Gland secretion is too thick and dog glands are unable to empty on their own.

Eliminate Frequent Visits To The Vet To Have The Glands Emptied

The expense combined with the inconvenience of taking your dog to the Vet repeatedly for gland troubles can be stressful. The following tips will help you to keep your dog's glands in a healthy state. Keep in mind that if the glands are impacted then initially an antibiotic may be necessary to clear up any infection:

One of our favorite products called "AnalGlandz" helps to make the process easier for both owner and doggie. It softens the fluid allowing the glands to drain more freely. Even better, it is completely all natural and has a high success rate receiving excellent reviews from other dog owners for expressing the glands. Keep in mind that all of our recommendations are based upon your dog having no serious health problems and we always encourage regular Veterinary care. Get more info on AnalGlandz to treat infected anal glands in dogs naturally

•  Feed a NUTRITIOUS diet rich in animal protein and fiber (talk to your Vet if your dog is on a restricted diet). The 10 Best Dog Foods
•  Adding fiber to your dog's diet also supports healthy dog glands.
•  Fatty acids help the bowel muscles to contract naturally.
•  You have to EXERCISE your dog with atleast one nice vigorous walk a day. Two walks daily are better yet. If you have a large fenced yard but your dog doesn't run or move around much, then it's up to you to get him/her moving by throwing a ball, etc.
•  Let your dog outside frequently to relax and move his bowels. Don't assume that he will come to you when he has to do his business. Get in the habit of letting your dog out every two-three hours when you are at home.
•  Don't allow your dog to become overweight. Besides anal gland problems, obesity effects the heart, liver and kidneys as well.
•  Placing warm compresses on the dog anal sacs several times daily may help to loosen the gland contents, but will not treat the problem.

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