Anal gland fluid has accumulated for a long time, and it is necessary to clean it to prevent it from becoming inflamed. Sometimes we see puppies grinding their butts on the ground, it may be inflammation of the dog's anal gland outlet obstruction. When the obstruction is mild, dogs will grind the buttocks on the ground or lick the buttocks with their feet raised; in severe cases, the anal glands are swollen and painful, which will make it difficult for the dog to defecate, and even cause greater pain. Therefore, the cleaning of the anal glands must be paid attention to. It is best to squeeze and clean the dog before each regular bath, because the anal gland fluid is very smelly. After cleaning, bathing can remove the odor.

Anal glands are a pair of exocrine glands located in the skin and mucous membranes on the lower sides of the anus, which are present in all carnivores. Its main function is to secrete some pungent odors as its own mark. The anal glands are located at the 4 and 8 o'clock positions of the anal skin and mucous membranes, and their openings are outward. Attentive owners may observe two small eyes the size of pinpoints, with a hint of gray-brown secretion gushing out when the anus of the dog or cat is retracted.

Dirt will accumulate in the anal glands, and the puppy can't expel it by itself and needs to be squeezed out. If the anal glands are full, it will easily stink and cause anal inflammation.

The anal glands are the dog's scent glands. They are located on both sides of the anus. The inversion of the skin connecting the ends of the intestines forms a larger cavity and accumulates fluid. If blocked, the dog will show Symptoms of irritability:

1. Rubbing buttocks on the floor;

2. Biting buttocks;

4. Touching its buttocks will be very sensitive;

5. Pull the tail instead of raising it very high, sometimes with the tail between the legs.

Some dogs do not seem to have any signs of these paradoxical reactions, but the smell is particularly strong.

The dog often chews bones, the discharge with enough calcium sediment will make the discharge hard, and the sac will naturally become empty, and now the natural feed fed less and less, more and more Many dogs require the glands to be emptied, and cysts can form if they are not emptied in time.

Cleaning steps:

1. Wash the anus with warm water, the skin will become soft and the dog will relax. , it is easier to empty;

2. Put the thumb and index finger on both sides of the anus, touch the two hard glands, squeeze upward and outward to discharge the foul-smelling liquid. Some are as thick as toothpaste, while others are as clear as water.

There are also tricks to emptying the anal glands. Some dogs' glands are easy to be emptied, while others are not so easy. Therefore, it takes more exploration to master the skills of quickly and accurately emptying the glands, so as to reduce the dog's disgust. The anal gland is a very sensitive part, and it has a foul odor. If the sludge cannot be discharged, it is best to persuade the owner to take the dog to the veterinarian to check it, so as not to develop into a more serious situation.

The following describes the specific method of cleaning the anal glands:

1) Lift the tail, take the anus as the center, put a toilet paper or plastic bag, and place the thumb and index finger on both sides of the swelling

2) Squeeze the thumb and index finger in the direction of the anus to squeeze out the secretions

Remember, when squeezing, it is best to take a tissue or Cotton is covered on the anus to prevent the stinky water from splashing on the body.

Regularly check the fluid sac in the anus. How often to clear it depends on the frequency of each dog's accumulation, some once a month, and some no accumulation for two or three months. Others don't need cleaning at all. Smaller breeds of dogs are more prone to blockage than larger dogs, possibly because they eat softer and more food than larger dogs, resulting in a harder substance.