By Gayle Burandt, Know Better Dog Food

Anal glands are two small glands located within and on either side of the anus. They are filled with a brown substance that has a very foul, musky smell. The glands are expressed when dogs urinate, defecate or mark their territory. When dogs meet one another they also raise their tails and excrete a small amount of substance.

Written by Tessa Kimmel V.T., Cozy Critters Pet Care Services

Welcome summer!

Here we are again upon another well-deserved, eagerly awaited summer season. While we’re all anxious to spend as much time outdoors as possible, it’s important to remember safety. It’s been a while since our bodies have been exposed to the rays and heat of the sun, so it’s best to allow ourselves to acclimatize slowly and take precautions when we’re outside.