Why is my 4-month-old kitten's rectum protruding and what to do?

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what would cause my 4 month old male felines rectum to protrude. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 5 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

If the rectum is protruding, this is called a rectal prolapse - it's usually caused by excessive straining to poop, which in turn is often caused by intestinal parasites other other causes of diarrhea in kittens this age. Depending on how severe the prolapse is, it may need to be surgically replaced - and the underlying cause will also need to be treated to prevent it from recurring. I would recommend taking Shadow to the vet right away, since the longer the prolapse stays out, the more damage is done to the tissue and the more difficult it will be to treat.

Why is my 4-month-old kitten's rectum protruding and what to do?

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