Is it normal for a female cat to have vaginal discharge?
In fact – in overweight cats – this is relatively common. Vaginal discharge – this is uncommon in spayed female cats but can occur with vaginitis. Vaginitis usually is associated with additional signs such as excessive licking (or attempts to lick) the vaginal area. This discharge can be a variety of colors and may or may not have an odor.
What causes a cat to discharge mucus from the rectum?
Cats can have many issues that cause mucus to be discharged from the rectum. This discharge can be caused by any condition that causes irritation to the intestines. If this cat seems young, the most likely cause for intestinal irritation in a stray cat is a heavy load of intestinal parasites.
What causes clear vaginal discharge in 5 month old kitten?
A clear vaginal discharge in a five month old kitten most likely is due to vaginitis caused by infection, you should visit your Veterinarian to confirm and to get a prescription of antibiotics if the cause is determined to be an infection.
What to do if your cat has discharge on bottom?
Your best bet is to see your veterinarian to determine the underlying cause. Another suggestion is…If possible, the next time your cat goes to the bathroom and does this – gently wipe her bottom and look character and smell of the discharge. This may help tell you what it is.
Why does my cat have a bloody discharge?
Causes of Vaginal Discharge in Cats Vaginal discharge is a normal finding in the immediate postpartum (after birth) period. When the placental sites do not recede in the queen after birth, then a persistent watery and sometimes bloody discharge may occur. Any discharge that occurs during a pregnancy is potentially abnormal.
What causes dark discharge from cats eyes?
Bleeding from the eyes is exceedingly rare. In most cats, cause of dark discharge below the eyes is from ocular discharge that dries (irritation, infection, etc.).
What causes my cat to have watery eyes?
The most likely cause of a watery eye in cats is conjunctivitis. The eye reddens because of the increased flow of blood and swelling of the mucous membranes is sometimes seen.
Is discharge from cats eye normal?
A small amount of cat eye discharge is probably nothing to worry about. “While technically a normal eye should not have any ocular discharge, a small amount of clear discharge, which may dry and appear slightly brown and crusty, may be OK,” Dr. Kimmitt says.
