Hi Clover, Although I normally do not remove the scent glands of my ferrets, and also do not advise doing so to my clients (I am a breeder), there are times when it is medically necessary to do so. I did have a ferret with scent gland issues - they kept filling and becoming infected - and eventually she needed to have them removed. One thing that you might try first, if you haven't already, is soaking her bottom-side in warm (not hot water) one or more times a day. Sometimes a 5 or more minute soak will loosen things up enough to allow the glands to empty on their own. If not, you may need to consider surgical removal of the glands. Danee DeVore ADV - If your ferret hasn't been tested, you don't know! See - http://www.ferretadv.com/ Owner of The Clay Ferret Quality Kits Raised With Love Color Logo TCF [Posted in FML 7793]