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===History and Clinical Signs===

===History and Clinical Signs===

The anal sacs are enlarged and inflammed aand often painful. Typically owners report that the animal has been licking the peineal region and scooting. Contents of the anal sac may appear bloody, purulent and may be increased in volume, fever may be present if the sacculitis is severe. If the anal sac ruptures, the tracts will be at the 4 or 8 o'clock positions. See [[Anal Sac Disease - General]] for further signs.  

The anal sacs are enlarged and inflammed and often painful. Typically owners report that the animal has been licking the peineal region and scooting. Contents of the anal sac may appear bloody, purulent and may be increased in volume, fever may be present if the sacculitis is severe. If the anal sac ruptures, the tracts will be at the 4 or 8 o'clock positions. See [[Anal Sac Disease - General]] for further signs.