Cat with smelly rear

by Michelle

My cat's butt has gotten stinky in the last couple months. Like a smudge of poo around it all the time. She is five years old and is overweight. She eats one small can of Fancy Feast and hard food.

I have been washing her butt, but that is getting to be too much, because she really hates when I do that. Please help!! Is there anything I do about it? Do you know why this is happening?

I will try anything. I cannot afford a vet at this time.

Thank you so much,
Michelle


Dear Michelle,

Since your cat is overweight, she is likely not cleaning herself well around her rear. There is also a possibility that her feline anal sacs are impacted, especially if there is discharge in the area, which would need to be addressed by a veterinarian. Also, if she has cat diarrhea or slightly loose stool, any stool that sticks to her fur will cause some odor.

I would recommend continuing to wash her rear with cat cleaning wipes, and when possible, to bring her to a veterinarian for an exam. Especially during these difficult financial times, pet insurance is a wise investment to help cover routine or emergency expenses.

Best wishes,
Dr. Neely