Both dogs and cats have two anal glands close to their anal sphincter. These glands make the fluid that imbues their scat with a specific odor. Animals will use this scent to mark their territory and announce to other animals that they have to keep away. Inflammation resulting from infection is a common issue that affects these anal glands. Any issue with the glands would have an effect on the regular emptying of the fluid when excrement is passed. The fluid then will continue to accumulate, causing impacted glands. Impacted glands can have varying causes. Bacteria is at the top of that list. The bacteria commonly found with the excrement may enter the ducts up to the anal glands. If the anal glands get emptied normally, then the bacteria also get flushed out. But if the glands are impacted and the fluid secretions are not emptied out, the bacteria will flourish within the ideal environment of the gland/sac. Once the infection takes root, pus may accumulate within the sac leading to an abscess.
Should your pet suffer from anal gland issues often, consult your veterinarians Ashburn VA regarding treatment options so as to prevent problems like the ones mentioned above.
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