# 51 – STINKY! Holiday Grooming Prevents an Embarrassing Problem

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Podcast: [The Marty & Laura Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-marty-laura-show-7153313)
Published: 2025-12-03T16:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://martyandlaurashow.com//51-stinky-holiday-grooming-prevents-an-embarrassing-problem
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STINKY! Holiday Grooming Prevents an Embarrassing Problem Marty and Laura tackle a stinky problem for pet owners, explaining why holiday grooming can prevent an embarrassing situation. Anal glands are the dog’s version of the scent glands on a skunk. They also express those glands when they are nervous or afraid. The glands can also become impacted or infected. Pet owners can avoid the embarrassment of their dog scooting his bottom across the carpet during holiday parties with a simple but effective treatment at the vet or groomer. “They're little glands and they should normally empty when the dog or cat passes a stool and so a firm stool will cause them to empty and just that little bit of material will come out,” Marty said. Routine exercise, additional fiber in the dog’s diet and regular expression of the glands at home, at the vet or at the groomer will keep your dog healthy and comfortable while preventing noxious fumes and embarrassing behavior! The Marty & Laura Show is produced by Pure Dog Talk Inc. , with sound design and editing by Premium Audio Services .

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