LaurenBay
Well-Known Member
Ok so I'm not sure if this is a silly question, I'm still learning as he is my first dog.
But I'm wondering if i need to take Ralph to the vet to empty his anal glands. Over the last couple of months Ralph has been dragging his bum across the carpet. Not daily or anything and usually stops within 10 mins of having a poo. I'd say this is a once a week thing. Never seen him lick his bum or seemed distressed. Anyway last night we were having a cuddle on the sofa (thankfully wasn't laying on me) and something made him jump and there was a small wet patch which reaked of fish! It came from his bum area. After doing a bit of research I'd say it was his anal glands leaking. So not sure if the glands are in fact emptied now or weather I need vet to check? No bum scraping or leaking today.
How do I check if they are full or not? Or would you just take him anyway?
But I'm wondering if i need to take Ralph to the vet to empty his anal glands. Over the last couple of months Ralph has been dragging his bum across the carpet. Not daily or anything and usually stops within 10 mins of having a poo. I'd say this is a once a week thing. Never seen him lick his bum or seemed distressed. Anyway last night we were having a cuddle on the sofa (thankfully wasn't laying on me) and something made him jump and there was a small wet patch which reaked of fish! It came from his bum area. After doing a bit of research I'd say it was his anal glands leaking. So not sure if the glands are in fact emptied now or weather I need vet to check? No bum scraping or leaking today.
How do I check if they are full or not? Or would you just take him anyway?