How will you know when it is time to say goodbye to a beloved pet? Dr. Karen Strickfaden shares her personal experiences to help you make one of the toughest decisions of your life.

Anal glands are often referred to as “scent glands” because animals use them to mark their territory and to identify each other. Scooting, licking or emitting foul odors could be signs that your pet is having anal gland problems. What can you do about this issue?