Questions tagged [anal gland disorders]

What are the genetic causes of anal gland disorders in certain dog breeds?

Category: Genetics

Anal gland disorders in dogs, particularly in certain breeds, can have a genetic basis that predisposes them to these issues. Anal glands, also known as anal sacs, are small glands located on either side of a dog's anus. They produce a foul-smelling fluid that is typically expelled during defecation...