My dog had anal glands expressed. Why is he leaking, licking, and having accidents?

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My 2 yo pit bull had his anal glands released yesterday. When they were released not much came out until I checked a few minutes later and it was flowing out of his rectum. I had to keep wiping it off, there was so much. Afterwards he seemed to have some bits of poop come out. Like he wasn’t in control of his bowel movements. He licked ALL night and didn’t stop until 5AM he also released them again on his bed. Is something wrong? What can I do? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 2 years old | 65 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Duke may have anal gland inflammation and the expression yesterday may have released a partial impaction and allowed them to drain. I wouldn’t be particularly concerned about the symptoms you are seeing but if it continues you may want to have your vet recheck the glands to make sure there are no signs of infection.

My dog had anal glands expressed. Why is he leaking, licking, and having accidents?

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