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Why is my dog screaming in pain every time he tries to poop?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Russian Toy | Male | neutered

My dog screams so loudly while pooping , we visited doctors but they only gave him analgesic and in the beginning it helped but not after(we are not giving him any meat or food that he can’t digest) What should I do?

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on April 6th, 2020

Trophy needs a thorough rectal exam and x-rays to see if there are any physical deformations that are making it painful for him to defecate. The vet can prescribe a laxative, like lactulose, to make the stools softer and easier to pass.

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