How Can I Express My Dog's Anal Glands at Home?
Q:strong> How can I express my Chihuahua's anal glands? Is it safe for me to do it myself without hurting the pet?
A:strong> You can safely express your Chihuahua's anal glands at home. It is relatively simple once you get the hang of it. The Anal sacs are located at about 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock just within your pets rectum. Use gloves and a lubricant like KY jelly and place your index finger in the rectum at either 3 or 9 o'clock.
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Anonymous March 6, 2009 1:17 PM
what is the purpose of this
Brett June 16, 2009 4:21 PM
my dog had his anal glands cleaned by the vet but still rubs hiney on the floor or grass. Could they not of gotten them cleaned well, I just dopn't want to have to pay anther price for this.
jock pierre June 18, 2009 9:03 PM
Can anyone tell me how to minimize hair shedding in my beloved short-coat chihuahua?? I am bother with pulling dog hair from clothes to my bed.
Jackie July 12, 2009 9:22 AM
To answer comment from March 6th...most dogs don't need to have this done. Its only if they have issues. The only dog we've ever had need this is a 10 lb mini dauchund. I leave it up to the vet to do it, its not expensive and I hear its pretty nasty! And Brett, was it soon after? My dog needs it done about every 3-4 months.
IRIS hAYES July 22, 2009 1:26 PM
MY VET SAYS MY DOG MAY NEED SURGERY, SHE HAS AN INFECTION IN ONE GLAND, VET HAS BEENTREATING HER FOR THIS SINCE mAY 18 09
Leigh August 8, 2009 7:33 PM
In response to Jock Pierre and shedding, we have the same issue with my daughter's Chihuahua/Terrier mix and the vet suggested trying a wheat-free dog food. I found some at my local Petsmart and so far so good. She really likes the food and it's even cheaper than the one brand I was buying!. Good Luck
Rita August 22, 2009 4:42 PM
my chi is 3 yrs old today she isn't eating & has slimey stool what would cause could it be the anal gland thing ?
Samiesmom September 12, 2009 8:14 PM
I have a Golden Retriever she needed her Glands expressed a couple of times while she was between 4 and 6 months old. One trip to the vet he recommeded adding pure pumpkin pie filling that you buy in the can about a tablespoon per feeding. Because the dog needed more fiber in her diet. It worked great.
Kristina September 25, 2009 2:32 AM
I have a dashaund,corgi, jack russell mix. He is almost 2 yrs old and I have to express his anal glands every couple of months. I know when it's time because he gets really bad smelly gas and rubs his bum across the carpet.
dina October 7, 2009 6:45 PM
What is this anal gland thing. and what is it for?
Jay October 24, 2009 6:35 PM
It sounds like it's most common in small dogs - i have a pug with the same problem.
Veronica October 27, 2009 5:52 AM
My shi tzu has to have his glands expressed every three to four weeks. I take him to the vet.
Jan November 1, 2009 7:25 PM
I finally expressed one anal gland. It's easier than I thought. Remember 3 and 9 on the clock, and do it gently. I didn't get the horrible smell, though, so I'm wondering if I should try again.
mark November 4, 2009 5:17 PM
I finally expressed one anal gland. It's easier than I thought. Remember 3 and 9 on the clock, and do it gently. I didn't get the horrible smell, though, so I'm wondering if I should try again.
Jan yes you most deff. should
michelle November 19, 2009 7:46 AM
I think I need to express my chihuahuas glands. I read the 3 and 9 part but then what? What do you do once you're in there?