Anal gland expression

A service dogs need, owners always appreciate

Anal gland expression is one of the most requested add-on services in grooming, and one of the most overlooked. List it on Fluffy and make it easy for clients to add it to any appointment.

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What's included

What your anal gland expression service covers

A professional and discreet service that prevents discomfort and keeps dogs healthy. Fluffy helps you offer it clearly and confidently.

External expression

Gentle external anal gland expression to relieve fullness and prevent impaction, the most common technique for routine maintenance.

Clean-up & sanitise

A thorough clean of the area after expression to keep the dog comfortable and hygienic.

Health notes logged

Observations about gland condition are recorded on the dog's profile so you and the owner have a clear record over time.

Referral flagging

If glands are severely impacted or show signs of infection, this is noted and the owner is advised to consult a vet.

Add-on friendly

Offer as a quick add-on during any groom or bath appointment, most clients prefer to combine it rather than book separately.

Repeat scheduling

Many dogs need this every 4–8 weeks. Fluffy prompts clients to rebook at the right interval.

How it works

Anal gland expression, easy to manage

A quick, professional service that clients deeply appreciate. Fluffy makes it frictionless to offer.

List the service on Fluffy

Add it as a standalone or enable it as an add-on. Set price and duration, most sessions take 10–15 minutes.

Clients book online or add at checkout

Dog owners select it alongside their main service at booking, a single click, no awkward phone conversation needed.

Reminders sent automatically

Fluffy handles confirmations and reminders so clients show up prepared and the session runs smoothly.

Clean, log, prompt the next visit

Condition is logged after each session and clients are prompted to rebook, keeping dogs on a healthy schedule.

Built for salons that offer complete dog care

Clients who trust you with this service are among your most loyal. Make it easy to book and they will keep coming back.

Full-service salons

Round out your offering with a treatment most competitors don't list clearly, and win clients who value complete care.

Solo groomers

Offer it as an add-on to your existing bookings and increase your average appointment value without adding complexity.

Health-focused salons

Clients who care about their dog's health will actively seek out a salon that takes this seriously.

Tools that keep this service running professionally

A discreet, important service deserves seamless management. Fluffy handles the admin so you can focus on the dog.

Gland condition and history logged per dog.

One-click add-on at checkout for any booking.

Automated reminders so regular clients never miss a session.

Rebooking prompts sent at the recommended interval.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from salon owners before listing this service on their profile.

Yes, most clients prefer to add it to an existing appointment. You can enable it as a one-click add-on at checkout for any service.

Most grooming salons offer external expression only, which is safe for routine maintenance. Internal expression is typically a veterinary procedure. You can note this clearly in your service description on Fluffy.

Yes. Notes are saved to the dog's profile so you can track whether glands are filling faster over time and share that with the owner.

You can flag this on the dog's profile and note it to the owner at pickup, recommending a vet visit. Fluffy makes it easy to keep these records.

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