2007-03-04 17:48:19 · 18 answers · asked by gabmindy 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Anal glands.
2007-03-04 17:50:29 · answer #1 · answered by Amy B 2 · 4⤊ 2⤋
Has your cat been dewormed? Also it could be the anal glands, but I would bet more on the worms. If you are a smoker you can put a little bit of unsmoked (preferably from a fresh pack) tobacco in it's food. That will help kill the worms and no it won't hurt your pet. You could also buy a deworming solution to give to your pet. Only do the latter after taking it in to see a vet though. And yes it is possible for your cat to get worms after being dewormed.
2007-03-05 01:54:00 · answer #2 · answered by clytisciasha 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Because his hiney itches, or is dirty. Possible causes could be anal glands (although it's mostly dogs who have this problem), worms, or poop getting stuck in the fur in back. My cat only scoots when she gets some poop caught in the fur on her tail or back legs. If your cat is a long-hair, try trimming the fur back there. Otherwise, take him to the vet to rule out the anal gland problems and the worms.
2007-03-05 03:50:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
The most common cause of scooting (dragging the butt accross the foor) is anal gland disease. Diseases of the anal gland include impacted anal glands (by far the most common cause), infected or abscessed anal glands and anal gland tumors. Other causes of scooting include allergic dermatitis (allergies), acute moist dermatitis (hot spots), abnormal materials adhered to the anal area (hair mats or fecal material), tapeworms, skin parasites (fleas or ticks), and perianal fistulas.
Treatment
Proper treatment depends on the cause of the scooting and may include:
1. Manual expression of impacted anal glands (you can do this at home if you knew how)
2. Systemic antibiotics given orally
3. Surgical drainage of abscesses
4. Topical antibiotic or steroid therapy; removal of the hair around the area
5. Infusion of the anal glands with medication such as antibiotic or anti-inflammatory agents in chronic or intermittent anal gland problems
6. Oral antihistamines or corticosteroids if the itching is severe
7. An Elizabethan collar to prevent chewing at the area
8. Internal and external parasite control measures
9. Surgical removal of tumors and anal glands that are chronic problems
Keep the area under the tail clean and groomed if needed. Warm water compresses are commonly used to increase drainage, decrease itching or sooth the skin.
Excessive scooting should be discouraged, as it may only increase irritation at the site. Some antihistamines may provide itching relief and some sedation. Consult with your veterinarian first.
If your pet has a frequent problem with anal gland impactions, you may be able to expresses the glands at home. Proper instruction by your veterinarian and a cooperative pet are needed if this is to be achieved
2007-03-05 01:55:57 · answer #4 · answered by Phoebhart 6 · 3⤊ 2⤋
I asked my vet this once and she told me to look at her poop and see if there was hair in it and there was, the reason she was doing it was because she had too much hair in her system and the excrement wasnt breaking off because of the hair. The solution was giving her a hairball remedy and brushing her more often. Your cat might have worms as well. You might have to check the kitty litter for evidence of either problem.
2007-03-05 03:02:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Hi Gab, Your cat may have worms or the glands in the anal is full and need to be drain. Which ever it is,you need to take your cat to the vet.
A Friend.
Clowmy
2007-03-05 02:04:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
His anal glands probably need to be emptied. Take your cat to the vet and they will empty the cats glands. Hope this helps!
2007-03-05 01:52:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Good chance he has worms and his buttt itches. Worm medicine is available at places like grocery stores. You can powder the pills and mix them with food and possibly end the problem.
2007-03-05 02:02:20 · answer #8 · answered by bestbet77 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Four possibilities I can think of...
1) he has parasites such as roundworm or tape worms
2) he needs his anal glands to be expressed because they're "packed" with fecal matter
3) he has something caught there, ie: a hair he may have ingested and is basically stuck in and out of his bum
4) just plain old dirty or itchy bum that he's trying to clean or scratch?
Hoped I helped :)
2007-03-05 02:11:11 · answer #9 · answered by sally g 1 · 4⤊ 2⤋
Might have worms! VERY uncomfortable, and gets worse. Must get him into the vet tomorrow.
2007-03-05 01:52:00 · answer #10 · answered by itry007 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
worms
2007-03-05 01:56:11 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋