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What can I do for my pet's rectal prolapse at home before the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 740 lbs

Is there any way to treat aanal prolapse without going to the vets

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 17th, 2020

Rectal prolapse cannot usually be treated successfully at home. This is often always a surgical problem. The underlying cause of the prolapse has to be addressed. Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.co/cat/condition/rectal-prolapse-1/ Until you can get Princess to the vet you can try using a sugar water paste. Mix regular table sugar with water until it is the consistency of a paste. Apply a small amount to the prolapsed tissue 3 or 4 times per day. She will need to wear a cone collar to prevent her from licking the tissue and the paste.

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