Eating poop is a behavior called coprophagia.
If you notice your dog doing so, it might be a sign of a dietary deficiency.
Why do dogs eat cat poop?
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Eating poop is a behavior called coprophagia.
If you notice your dog doing so, it might be a sign of a dietary deficiency.
It is only a sign that your dog wants to do some exploring and became hungry along the way.
Is it unhealthy for a dog to eat cat poop?
Even though it looks disgusting, eating cat poop is not that big of a deal.
However, it is still not recommended, because there are potential side effects.
Your dogs nasty habit becomes even more dangerous if they eat large clumps of kitty litter.
If something looks out of the ordinary, then take a trip to your vet just to be safe.
How do you stop your dog from eating cat poop?
That way your cats will still be able to poop like normal, without any intruders.
There are brands with closed tops that are referred to as dog proof.
Your dog might be gross, but you have to love him anyway.
