My 4-month kitten has loose, paste-like poop & drags bum. What to do?

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I have a four month old kitten, who has had almost a month already very loose poo. Not exactly like diarrea, more like paste. I have tried switching foods, sticking to one kind of food, diarrea medicine and worm medicine. He often drags his bum after taking a poo, and I havent found any traces of worms nor blood in the feces. He also eats and plays and overall seems fine. What should I do? Pet's info: Cat | Norwegian Forest Cat | Male | unneutered

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

You did not mention if Busan has been to the veterinarian yet to have his stool checked for parasites. That would be the recommended first step. The doctor may also recommend a round of antibiotics and/or probiotics to try to correct the bacterial flora. A diet trial with a hydrolyzed or novel protein may also be indicated. Rarely liver problems can show up like this so the doctor may also recommend blood work. Sometimes this is a step by step process so be patient. Best of luck with Busan.

My 4-month kitten has loose, paste-like poop & drags bum. What to do?

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