Helping to your older dog with anal gland irritation

Anal gland issues are common in older dogs and can become more frequent or severe with age. Has your pet been showing signs like scooting , licking the rear , or swelling near the anus ?

If your lovely dog suffers from such anal gland issues, this post is for you! As a specialist in pet digestion GastroBalance has found the causes of dog gland irritation and the way how to tackle this problem.

Actually, the treatment depends on the severity of the dog gland irritation :

 Light case - Home Care:

• Warm compresses may help soothe irritated areas of your dog. Keep the area clean if there is discharge or licking dog anus

• Weight management also helps reduce pressure on glands.
• Adding fiber (e.g., canned pumpkin, psyllium husk) can bulk up stool, aiding natural gland expression. Please dminister twice per day Gastrobalance Anal Gland Support for dogs

Mild case - Manual Expression 

• Manually express of dog anal sacs Your vet or a groomer may manually express the glands to relieve discomfort. For some dogs, this might be needed regularly (e.g., every few weeks).

Severely infected case - Medications and Surgical Removal ( dog anal sacculectomy)

• Infection present: Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs may be prescribed.

• Pain relief: NSAIDs or other pain meds for inflammation.

• In chronic or recurring cases, a skilled surgery may be considered as an ultimate solution.