Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 12 lbs
My cat has been scooting her bottom on the ground and licking the area continuously. I have not seen any worms in her stool, but read this could be a cause. Just wondering if there are other potential causes and whether or not she will need a vet check-up.
2 Answers
Published on April 11th, 2020
it also could be because of impacted anal glands. If you could take Cleo to your local vets for a check-up that will be great. Impacted anal glands can cause pain during defecation. What is more, it can turn into an abscess if left untreated.
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Published on August 26th, 2017
Scooting on the butt is an indication of itchiness. Trump could be suffering from intestinal worms or his anal sacs may be impacted. I would take him into the vet who can diagnose if he has intestinal worms or if his anal sacs are impacted. Should he have intestinal worms, he will need a deworming treatment. The vet can express his anal sacs as needed. Bring along a sample of Trump's feces so the vet can check for intestinal worms.
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