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Why is my puppy barking when trying to pee or poop? Is she in pain?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 2 months and 14 days old | 2 lbs

Good day I would like to ask why my little puppy barking when she's trying to poop or pee. Sometimes she's trying to pee then she's barking like something that really hurt then when i look her there's no pee..

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on July 1st, 2019

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! She is likely just figuring out how and where to go potty and this is just a behavioral matter. However, this could be pain or discomfort while urinating/defecating. If this continues, it would be best to have her evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Otherwise, it will improve on its own. Best of luck!

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