My dog has painful poop stuck to his butt. Should I see a vet?

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My dog has poop stuck to his butt and it won't come off. I've tried to take him a warm bat for the poop to soften then remove it that hasn't worked and before that I just tried to remove it gently that hasn't worked either... everytime I touch it he starts growling and crying. I don't know what to do I hate seeing him grow through this. I don't whether to take him to a groomer or a vet. By the way he still played around and acts as his usual self but doesn't really want to eat. Please help!!! Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | 5 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Poor Louis! This can happen in some long-haired dogs, when poop becomes matted in the hair and stuck over the rectum. In many cases, the skin underneath becomes irritated and infected, and very sore when touched. I would recommend taking Louis to a vet today if you can - he/she can sedate him to allow the poop and matted hair to be clipped away without hurting him, and can also prescribe antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medication for the skin underneath if needed.

My dog has painful poop stuck to his butt. Should I see a vet?

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