Devilchick

Hi guys, just going through some old threads to get advice. I have 2 Beagles whom both have anal glad problems. When I say problems I don't mean anything serious, they don't get absesses and they don't get infected (touch wood) but they do get full. We go to the vets every 3-4 months to get them expressed, and this doesn't bother me at all, just figured it was part and parcel of caring for my dogs. BUT! yesterday the vet raised the removal option with me. After reading the before posts I am 100% sure I am not going to get them removed.... But if anyone can help me with suggestions of limiting the regularity of manually expressing that would be great! They already have a good diet, i think anyway. They get bran, bonnie dry food and either an apple/banana/yogurt (depending on what is in the house) for brekkie. Dinner is either chicken necks or osso bocco. They also have a Greenie each night at bedtime to help with dental care. I am going to give the pumkin a go but if anyone has any other suggestions that would be great. I have also tried adding psyllium husk to their food but it didn't make any difference. Neither of the boys scoot, but when the time comes and they are full it just seems to leak out when they are relaxed and sleeping, which is usually on the couch or sometimes on our bed. Our vet doesn't understand why they aren't expressing them themselves. The liquid is always running, never a paste so it isn't a fact that the liquid is so thick that it cloggs up the opening. help please?

yeah I know, I'm not even going to pretend i can understand what you are going through, I haven't had to go throught it yet, thankfully. But I can guarantee I would be incoherent! Just remember..... you guys were the best thing Nettie could ever hoped for from the day you picked her up from the shelter. You both did good! Even though her time with you guys was short, it was still full of adventure and love. Just what all animals need.

So sorry to hear about Netty Sis. All so suddenly. Let me know if anything comes out of the vet check tomorrow on Mort and Bloss. If you need anything I'm only a phone call, sms or email away. Thinking of you. Luv Tan P.S I am sure the Ratties and Nettie are having a great time catching up. RIP Nettie

Yeah when my oldest was young we used to close off the doggy door and restrict him to the laundary at night. As he got older and more trusted we opened both doors. He now sleeps on his bed (or our couch) at night and the doggy door is left open so they can wonder out whenever. Plus I know it was a full moon last night if that helps! lol

Hi Beagle Babe, Welcome!!!! I found a great way to keep them busy during the day is to get one of those treat balls (the ones you put the treat's inside). Mine are both inside at night. They like to think they are human! Good luck and post some photo's. Tan