a field dressing tool for big game animals and a method for using same is disclosed . the tool includes a tip portion , a plurality of barbs extending radially and rearwardly from the tip portion , a shank extending from a rear portion of the barbs , and the handle on the shank opposite the tip portion . a barrier member is provided between the tip portion and the handle , and is positioned in a spaced - apart relationship with the handle . inserting the tip and barbs into the rectum causes radial stretching of the intestinal wall , and rotation of the tool causes ensnarement of the rectum on the barbs . the tool is retracted from the anus , pulling a section of rectum external to the animal to be closed to prevent leakage of bodily waste materials .