How to give anal glands to dogs? Have you mastered the method of squeezing anal glands?

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Sarah Johnson

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How to give anal glands to dogs? Have you mastered the method of squeezing anal glands?

How to express the anal glands of dogs

It is also very important for owners to pay attention to some techniques if they want to express the anal glands of dogs. To squeeze and clean the anal glands, first hold the root of the dog's tail with your left hand. , expose the dog's anus, hold toilet paper in your right hand, stick it directly to the anus, use your right thumb and index finger to press the anal glands at four o'clock and eight o'clock, squeeze inward and then rub outward, it will If there is anal gland fluid being discharged, it should be noted that the anal gland fluid can be emptied after repeated squeezing several times. Be careful not to use excessive force when squeezing to prevent damage to the anal glands and inflammation. It is important to note that long-term soft stools in dogs can easily cause anal gland fluid accumulation and obstruction, so the cleaning cycle of the anal glands should be relatively short.