My cat's anal gland is swollen and she's hiding. Is it an emergency?

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Is the gland ruptured or swollen? She suddenly starting hiding and not being as friendly or energetic. Thursday morning she was fine but at night she started acting strange. And then Friday night she was doing it again and I picked her and noticed that sore. What can I expect when going to vet? Is this an emergency? Its 2am where I'm at. Shes not crying and shes just chilling. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 7 years and 10 months old | 9 lbs

Claudia Fioravanti · Accepted Answer

Hi, sorry I could not see any pictures attached to your question. In general an anal gland abscess, wether is has ruptured or not, does not warrant a visit in the middle of the night. If Cleo is reasonably bright, it can wait until the morning. I would definitely recommend a check up though as it can be quite painful ! I would put an e collar to prevent Cloe to lick/groom the area.

My cat's anal gland is swollen and she's hiding. Is it an emergency?

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