Kitten's ass consists of anus and anal glands around the anus.
The anus is a part of the back end of the kitten's body, which is generally in the shape of a ring with a circle of black skin around it, and is a channel for excreting waste in the body.
Anal gland around anus is a kind of secretory gland, which is distributed in subcutaneous adipose tissue around anus. It is a secreted substance in kittens and has a strong smell.
2, the characteristics of the kitten's ass
Kittens' buttocks are usually triangular with two small ear-shaped tissues on both sides, which is called anal fissure. There are a pair of small pieces of meat above the openings on both sides of anal fissure, which are called anal folds.
Kittens' hips are the same color as their hair and the front of their bodies, and they are usually soft. However, the skin around the anus may appear black or other colors, depending on the breed and coat color of the kitten.
Step 3 clean the kitten's ass
There are anal gland secretions around the buttocks and anus of kittens, which need to be cleaned regularly. If it is not cleaned up in time, anal gland secretion will easily cause infection and inflammation, which will seriously lead to surgical resection.
When cleaning, you can wipe it carefully with warm water and wet towels, but it is not advisable to use detergents such as soap and shampoo, because they may cause irritation and damage to the cat's ass.
4. The health of kitten's ass
The skin around the kitten's anus should be dry and tasteless. If there are any abnormalities such as redness, secretion and odor, you need to seek medical attention in time.
If the anal gland is blocked, it will lead to poor defecation, dry stool and even pain. It is recommended to go to a pet hospital for treatment.