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My cat is leaking clear, smelly liquid from his rear. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 11 months and 11 days old

My Male 2 year old cats butt looks fine but he occasionally leaks clear sometimes a bit cloudy liquid. Not sure where it's coming from but it smells bad.

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on May 14th, 2019

It could be dis charge from his anal glands. Normally, the glands are emptied during the act of defecation. Sometimes though, the glands become impacted then infected. An abscess will form then eventually rupture and drain. If there is no redness, swelling or discharge around the anus, look for swelling elsewhere. If he is an outdoor cat, a bite wound abscess is a possibility. They can be difficult to spot without a close exam and maybe shaving a swollen area. Ideally, he should be physically examined by your veterinarian. Especially if he is lethargic, feverish or not eating.

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