My cat is straining in the litter box and can't poop. What's wrong?

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Need help asap. 5 year old male neutered domestic short haired yowling loudly in obvious distress, Straining to go in litter box, but unable to pass stools. We have 3 cats that all have open access to food and water. Only watery mucus surrounding very red inflamed anal opening. Not sure what to do for him. Please help. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 3 years and 10 months old | 12 lbs

Daniel Fonza, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. If Sylvester is in that much distress, I would get him in to be seen by a veterinarian sooner rather than later. What you are describing could be an indication of a fecal impaction, megacolon or something causing an obstruction. If he is not producing any urine either, he may be dealing with a urinary tract obstruction, which can be very serious if left untreated. I would get him seen as soon as possible if you can so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. I hope this helps guide you in the right direction. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

My cat is straining in the litter box and can't poop. What's wrong?

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