My Dixie has a problem with anal glands filling. She was the first dog I ever had that experienced this problem. I had the vet show me how to express them so I could do it on my own at home. I also found some websites that explained how to do it. With practice, I was able to do it quickly and with little mess. I usually express them each time I bath her (about once a month). It makes her feel better and it saves me visits to the vets!