Why is my puppy crying, scooting, and having painful liquid poop?

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My puppy is 15 weeks old. He is squirting dime size liquid poop. He is crying an whining when trying to poop. He is in pain when trying to poop. He is licking his butt an scooting across ground. What could be wrong? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 11 days old | 11 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Teddy! First I recommend checking the skin and hair around his anus. See if there is fur and poop matted there and see if the skin is red and inflammed. If there is matted fur wash him. If he isn't matted or the skin is red I recommend he see your Vet today. They can address the skin and check to see if his anal glands need to be emptied. Full or impacted anal glands can cause scooting. Causesof diarrhea in puppies: intestinal parasites, viral or bacterial infections, dietary indiscretion, food sensitivity or toxin ingestion. Bring a stool sample to your appointment. After the exam they may prescribe an antibiotic and/or a probiotic. If his skin is irriated they may prescribe a topical to apply. I hope this helps. Good luck and I hope Teddy is back to himself soon!

Why is my puppy crying, scooting, and having painful liquid poop?

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