I don't remember who it was but I am positive that I read someone who's pup had the surgery and did really well. When I had my foster Truman he had anal gland issues but surgery just was not an option for him due to his age. From what I remember it is a very big surgery. Did you try doing a YT search? I hope that you get some good answers about your Baxter and his anal gland problems.
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