Back to Animal Health Topics. Find a Veterinary Surgeon Near You. Anal sacs are paired small pouches located on either side of the anal opening in dogs, cats, ferrets and other animals. The lining of the sacs produces a smelly brown liquid that is usually eliminated in small quantities during defecation.
The purpose of the anal sac is unknown but it is thought that they function in communication about the animal or its territory. Anal sacs can become inflamed, infected, or impacted blocked. With these conditions it is common for your pet to scoot their bottom on the ground and lick or chew at the area.
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Tumors of the anal sacs apocrine gland adenocarcinoma is the most common tumor type are a serious but uncommon problem because they tend to invade surrounding tissues and metastasize spread to distant tissues even when the primary tumor is very small. The tumors are almost always only on one side.
Anal sac tumors occur in male and female dogs with roughly an equal incidence. They occur in any breed but are more common in Spaniel breeds. Ten years is the average age of affected dogs. Anal sac tumors are very rare in cats. Animal owners may observe symptoms of kidney failure from the elevated calcium referred to as hypercalcemia of malignacy.
In general, the following tests are recommended to diagnose the tumor, provide a clear clinical picture of overall health and evaluate for metastasis:. Consultation with your primary care veterinarian may result in a referral to a veterinary surgeon to fully explore your options. Most animals are discharged days after surgery. There is usually a follow-up appointment to see how your dog is doing and to remove skin sutures or staples if present.
