Why is my dog sitting weird, groaning, and licking? Anal glands?

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My dog keeps sitting down real fast and curling to one side. He moans and groans when he gets up and moves. Eating fine, normal potty. And he licks all the dog hair in house floor, bed, everywhere he licks. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 5 years and 4 months old

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Buddy! This is a common behavior when they have full anal glands. Anal glands are 2 glands, one on each side of the anus, that holds a foul smelling material. They are there to help naturally lubricate a dog's bowel movements, but not all dogs properly express them. I would take him to your vet clinic and see if they can express his anal glands. Also, he could also act this way and lick everything if he is really itchy, anxious or just uncomfortable. If he doesn't improve after his anal glands are expressed, then I would have your vet take a look at him to ensure he doesn't have an infection or something else going on causing these behaviors. I hope this helps!

Why is my dog sitting weird, groaning, and licking? Anal glands?

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