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My Pitbull has trouble pooping and her anus isn't closing. Emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 3 years and 2 months old | 53 lbs

I have a female 3 yr old Pitbull who has had trouble defecating.. Currently her anus is not closed all the way is this an after hours emergency? She was examined by the vet today.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 26th, 2017

No, I wouldn't consider it an emergency that Primm cannot shut her anus all the way. I would keep an eye on it for now, and if she is still having the same difficulty in the morning, give your vet a call to let them and they can let you know if they want to see her.

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