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Why is my dog's poop inconsistent and painful with rectal sores?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 3 months old

Jst now I noticed that Bob passed hard stools which was still not in normal shape...... I don't understand sometimes he is passing completely watery stools n sometimes hard...... He is screaming in agony while passing stools..... His rectum area seems to have sores...

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on August 12th, 2017

Poor Bob! If he is in visible pain, and has sores or a protruding rectum, along with diarrhea it is best to seek veterinary care ASAP. It is possible there could be an underlying illness, obstruction, possible prolapse to the rectum, parasites or more causing his pain and discomfort. Seeking veterinary care ASAP to have him seen and treated is best.

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