Miniature Schnauzer Dog Anal GlandsA 'Stinky' Subject We Need to DiscussYour Miniature Schnauzer's dog anal glands, also known as your dog's scent glands are located on either side of your Miniature Schnauzer's anus or rectal opening. Your dog's anal glands accumulate fluid and produce secretions that are normally expressed, or emptied, on their own, during regular bowel movements. When your Miniature Schnauzer dog defecates, the anal glands receive a bit of pressure and the secretion is released.
But, if your Miniature Schnauzer's anal glands fail to empty on their own, your Miniature Schnauzer's anal glands can become impacted.
Once your Miniature Schnauzer's anal glands become impacted, the pain it causes your Miniature Schnauzer will be great. So to avoid impacted dog anal glands, heed the warning signs below and check with your veterinarian if you think your Miniature Schnauzer's anal glands need to be manually expressed. dog health tip: WARNING! It is best to talk with your vet about dog anal gland expression. As a more serious problem or further irritation or complication may occur to your Miniature Schnauzer, if not done properly. For those of you wanting to learn how-to express dog anal glands manually on your own, below are the instructions. Again, it's highly recommended to have your vet or groomer physically show you the first time, to be sure proper expression is done. How to Manually Express your Dog's Glands
Be forwarned: The discharge is quite a pungent smell.
It's also worth noting that dog anal gland problems are believed to be linked to the quality of pet food your Miniature Schnauzer dog eats.
Also, make sure the fiber content in your Miniature Schnauzer's dog food is high. When your Miniature Schnauzer dog defecates good firm stools, enough pressure is usually applied to the anal glands so they will empty on their own. Miniature Schnauzer Grooming Series: 
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