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The anal sacs are located at the 4 o'clock and 8 o'clock positions of the anus, and are embedded in the muscle of the anal sphincter. They are glands that produce a pungent yellowish secretion during defecation.Anal Sac ImpactionImpaction is more commonly seen in small breed dogs and is the result of large amounts of thick anal sac secretions that cannot be expressed by the dog during defecation. The secretions build up and cause discomfort as the sac becomes distended. The only symptoms you may notice are scooting or rubbing the anus on the carpet or ground, and excessive licking of the anus or tail base.Anal SacculitisThis is inflammation of the anal sac, which can be caused by impacted anal sac secretions or bacterial infections of the anal sacs. Anal sacculitis is more painful than anal sac impaction.
The anal sacs are glands located near the anus that produce secretions normally expressed during defecation. These glands can become impacted or infected. Abscesses or even tumors can also develop.
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