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How to help a dog with a rectal prolapse and straining to poop?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Spitz | Male | 1 year and 8 months old

I love all animals and wants to help all.i take some responsibility of many street dog.but within some days i notice one of the street dog has a problem.i want help from local n.g.o and doctors but noone help me.i send you the image plz tell me what antibiotics should i use for improving the dogs.

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 3rd, 2019

I can’t really tell from the photo but it looks like a possible rectal prolapse. I suggest you deworm this dog and use granulated sugar on the prolapsed tissue. That should shrink it so it goes back in. This happens from straining to defecate so feed soft foods that are easy to digest. You can use amoxicillin if you have it. Be advised sometimes surgery is needed to fix this. ( https://mobile.petcoach.co/amp/article/rectal-prolapse-protruding-rectum-in-the-dog ) If you need more assistance you can post again or opt for a private one on one consultation so we can chat back and forth. Best wishes.

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