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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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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Published on April 20th, 2017
Your cat may have a ruptured abscess near her tail. If she is an inside outside kitty, she may have gotten into a cat fight. The hair will need to be shaved off and the skin examined by your vet. If it is an abscess, he may want to flush it and prescribe antibiotics. If it is a skin infection caused by bacteria or a fungus , then she will need antibiotics or a fungicidal medication, respectively. Please take Mogli to a vet for an exam.
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