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My puppy is sick and has something coming from his rear. Is it worms?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | unneutered | 3 lbs

Can someone help FAST! Benji looks soooo sick and he has this in his butthole. I don’t know what’s that PLEASE HELP I NEED ANSWERS QUICK IM SO CONCERNED ABOUT HIS HEALTH.

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Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 20th, 2018

I’m sorry to hear about Benji. I can’t tell from the picture exactly what that is but it could be a tapeworm segment. Or, if he is naughty about eating things he shouldn’t, it could be something he has eaten trying to come out. I see that Benji is a puppy. I’m not sure if there is anything else going on with him but if there has been lethargy, vomiting, or diarrhea -especially for more than 8 hours- I strongly recommend seeing the emergency vet tonight. These little puppies can become extremely dehydrated and even go into shock very quickly. Best wishes to you and Benji.

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