My 4-year-old spayed female Havanese has had several episodes of infected/impacted anal glands. The last time this happened was about 10 months ago and we ended up taking her to an emergency clinic.

One subject I don’t bring up too often is anal glands. A big reason for this is that it tends to be a gross topic. A modified version of these glands are what skunks use to spray when they are scared.

I’m guessing you’ve landed here because your pup has been sliding his backside across the floor a little too often — also known as scooting — and you’re wondering what might be causing it. Seeing your ...