Cat Anal Gland Information

Cats can be sneaky with their bowel movements; they slink away and quietly do their business in a tucked-away litter box, then reappear as if nothing ever happened.  Taking an “out of sight, out of mind” approach is what most...

Has it been a while since you had to scoop the poop in your cat’s litter box? Before you celebrate the day off from litter box doody–er, duty–stop and ask yourself if something might be amiss with your cat’s digestion....

When a cat’s stomach is upset, diarrhea can send you running for the hills––and the mop. Cat diarrhea is unpleasant for you and even more uncomfortable for your cat. A bad case of ‘the runs’ will send anyone into panic...

We love our pet cats for all of the comfort and cuddles they provide. But cat ownership is a big responsibility, and caring for a fluffy feline also means dealing with their occasional less-than-ideal health issues. If your cat is...

Cats. Beloved pets that are equal parts adorable and mysterious. Our feline friends can be sly communicators, so staying on top of their health and well-being is important. Cats display some unusual symptoms when they are feeling digestive or rectal...

It’s an age-old debate: Are you a cat person or a dog person?  Of course, some pet lovers delight in unbias love for all their four-legged friends, but true cat lovers usually feel they have an upper hand. After all,...

The short answer to why your cat wipes their bum across the floor is that they need to relieve discomfort. Their behind is itchy, irritated, or inflamed. To combat the problem, you first need to know the source.  While a...

  Cats can be subtle about communicating physical discomfort. However, any cat who displays the following behaviors may need to be checked for anal gland problems or may require anal gland expression: Repeated licking of the anal area: While all...