Anal gland expression

Service emptying of the anal glands at home for your pet is a performance specialist who aims to clean the anal glands of your companion, especially for dogs, and sometimes cats, which can suffer from problems related to the accumulation of secretions in this area. This service is carried out in the comfort of your home, in order to minimize stress to the animal and to facilitate the care. Here's a detailed explanation of the service and its benefits.

The anal glands (or glands peri-anal) are glands located on either side of the anus of the animal. They produce a secretion scent used to mark the territory. However, some situations, such as a poor diet, lack of exercise, or a genetic predisposition, may cause the accumulation of the secretion, resulting in pain or infections. The emptying of the anal glands is to evacuate the secretion of excess. The home delivery service includes the following steps :

1. Initial assessment : 

The professional carries out a preliminary examination of the anal region of the animal to check if the glands are full, swollen, painful, or if an infection is present.

2. Anal gland expression : 

– With the use of sterile gloves and using a gentle technique, the professional performs the emptying of the anal glands to remove excess secretions. This process is usually done manually, by exerting a gentle tap on the glands to release the content. 

– In the case of glands very full or affected, a veterinarian can be recommended for a treatment more in-depth. 

  1. Advice for post-care : 

– After the oil change, the professional will give recommendations to prevent re-accumulation or signs of infection. 

– Advice on the management of the diet, hygiene, and exercise to reduce the risk of recurring problems. 

Necessary conditions 

  • Accessibility of the animal : The animal must be calm and manageable, even if it may be a bit restless or uncomfortable. The professional will use stress management techniques to calm the animal. 
  • Absence of serious complications : If the animal shows signs of infection (redness, swelling, important, intense pain), a veterinary consultation is preferable before the emptying of the glands. 

• Suitable environment : The treatment will be carried out in a quiet space, where the animal feels safe and where the professional can work effectively.

Benefits 

  1. Practicality and comfort : 

– To carry out the emptying of the anal glands at home allows your pet to remain in a familiar environment, which reduces the stress in relation to a vet or to the groomer. 

– You do not need to move or manage the transportation of your animal to a veterinary clinic.

  1. Care professional : 

– The service is carried out by a professional trained and experienced who knows the proper techniques and anatomy of the animals, ensuring that care is safe and effective. – Avoid the risks associated with an attempt to drain improper or incorrectly performed by unqualified people. 

  1. Infection prevention and pain : 

– Change oil regularly helps to avoid the excessive accumulation of secretions, which may cause infections, inflammations, or abscesses in the anal zone. – This practice relieves the animals who are suffering from pain due to glands are full, which can also make the animal uncomfortable when walking or sitting. 

  1. Improving the well-being of the animal : 

– Preventing complications, such as infection of the anal glands or inflammation, you will improve the comfort and the overall health of your companion. – Reduced the behaviors annoying such that the licking is excessive or the drag of the buttocks to the ground (what we call the " scooting "), signs of anal glands are full, or irritated. 

  1. Personalised advice : 

– The professional can offer advice on the long-term management, including recommendations on adjustments to food (dietary fiber in the diet, supplementation), physical exercise, and hygiene to prevent the glands to fill up again quickly. 

– Helps to identify the early symptoms of a new build or an infection, to intervene quickly if necessary. 

Frequency of emptying 

Animals that have the anal glands frequently full may require an oil change every 2 to 3 months, while other animals do not need to have a treatment once or twice a year. The frequency will depend on the animal and its mode of life (nutrition, physical activity, etc). 

In summary, the service emptying of the anal glands at home it is efficient and convenient for maintain the health and comfort of your pet, while reducing the stress of travel. It helps to prevent infection and pain, while bringing you personalized advice for optimal monitoring.

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