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My 6-month-old kitten's bottom looks swollen and out. Is this normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Bobtail Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 10 days old | 10 lbs

Hello, my pet rectum seems to look like it’s swollon and out is that normal? He’s 6 months and he got all his shots?

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on October 10th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! That is not normal generally. For a young kitten I would be thinking about the possibility of parasites though other possibilities should be considered. I recommend you have Simba evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Good luck and have a great day!

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