The Groomer or Veterinarian<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\nEven though cleaning the glands is a relatively easy task, some owners are not comfortable doing it themselves. No matter who does it, as soon as your dog shows these signs, have your veterinarian or your groomer do it.<\/p>\n
If the problem is chronic, ask someone who knows the procedure to show you how so the trips to the veterinarian or groomer will not be so regular. In some extreme cases, your veterinarian may have to treat an extreme infection with antibiotics.<\/p>\n
Under most circumstances the anal gland does not have to be cleaned or emptied; natural pressure from bowel movements will empty the glands normally, so regular cleaning of healthy anal glands is not only unnecessary but can actually be harmful.<\/p>\n
Keep an eye on your Border Collie<\/em><\/span><\/a>, but do not overdo care in this area.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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