Anal Gland Problems in a Cat

Cats that poop or pee outside their box or visit the box too much may have a urinary tract infection or painful full anal glands. An anal gland problem can be mistaken for a urinary problem or bowel problem. Full anal glands in a cat are harder to take care of. It takes experience and restraint. Cats won't stay as still as some dogs and may bite and scratch!!

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Pets & Animals

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• anal
• glands
• cats

[mscookiesandcream160]

My dog had something similar to this. It really upsets him and he hides away. Are there any risks by doing this yourself?

[DrGregDVM]

@mscookiesandcream160 Gentle pressure and a treat afterward helps make it better for them. As long as you use firm pressure but not pinch and cause irritation and swelling, should be OK.

[DrGregDVM]

@DrGregDVM Canned food instead of dry may be a better choice and help prevent this problem

[StationZeroOne]

Gloves... ლ(ಠ_ಠლ) gloves!!!

[DrGregDVM]

@StationZeroOne We were wearing gloves! Thanks for watching

[MegaEagle63]

I bet this cat would love to bite the vet!

[DrGregDVM]

@MegaEagle63 without a doubt! That's why a technician holding them is so valuable!

[Killtastrophie]

What the fuck posessed me to look at this video!!!???

[raptorking9]

Yeah, from my education I've learned that, holy shit, that stuff smells.

[Phoenixmike100]

Thanks for the very BEST video and explanation of anal glands on cats. You have done an outstanding job for all of us. Thanks again

[luckjunk]

really gooey cakey material??? Yeaaaah thats more than likely cat turds.

[ItsMyLifeAllStar201]

I'm in the weird part of youtube...once again......>.>

[Dogealy]

Once my cat startled and emptied his anal glands to our kitchen table, it didn't look like chocolate sprinkles. It was more like slimy yellowish goo with brown bits. Smelled awful though.

[Nightmareahh]

I think mine need a godd squeeze

[MrBudo1975]

@mscookiesandcream160 good luck