Changes in scent glands on spayed doe

[anemone]

Hello!

I have two Holland lops, both of whom are absolute sweethearts and the light of my life. However, I have recently noticed a change in my 6-year-old doe’s scent glands: she produces more wax than before, along with white goop, which is new. I clean and groom my bunnies regularly and their well-being is a priority of mine, so I’m always quick to notice any changes. This white goop has been appearing over the past month and a half or so, and her glands seem a little more sore than usual: sometimes while getting the crusty, waxy substance out, the skin may even show small signs of abrasions, like a tiny speck of blood. Because the skin has seemed a little more sore than usual, I have used a little bit of vaseline on my q-tips to make the cleaning process smoother on her skin. However, I’m now wondering whether or not this could be the cause of the white goop? Previously I have only used moistened q-tips and only tried vaseline after she started to seem a little sore.

She has chronic pasteurella, for which she gets antibiotics whenever there is a flare up. She’s sassy and fussy as usual, and turns into a total predator when she smells popcorn or any other treats I might be having for myself. 😆 So personality/behaviour-wise there have been no notable changes. My sweet gal is always up for snuggles and kisses and pets; she lives for attention!

Sorry for the ramble. I was just wondering if anyone’s had any experience with white non-sticky goop appearing in their anal scent glands? It doesn’t seem like pus to me, but then again, I am not a veterinarian. 🙄 I’ll be taking her and her brother to the vet soon for a check-up to ease my mind, but I’m hoping to hear stories from others as well.

[Wick & Fable]

It’s great that you have a check-up soon. Unfortunately, nothing comes to mind, but the fact that you’re noticing a significant change, in addition to increased soreness, I think the vet is the best option for assessment. It’s good to hear she is still behaving the same as usual.

The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.

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