Possible anal sac removal
My 8 year old cocker spaniel seems to have chronic problems with her anal sacs plugging up and yesterday in the Vet's office, surgical removal of them was suggested as a possible option. I have bee...
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Our Darcy (min pin) is the first dog we've had with anal gland problems. I asked our vet about surgery if worse came to worst. I was worried because I had heard of some dogs becoming incontinent after that operation. The vet told us that's why she refers such patients to a specialist vet who will map where the dog's rectal nerves are to avoid permanent damage. Mucho bucks, I am sure, but we'll do that if we have to. Fortunately, a change of kibble seems to have made a huge difference. Darcy's had no more issues and doesn't even scoot these days.Yay!
