{"id":569,"date":"2023-02-02T12:45:18","date_gmt":"2023-02-02T18:45:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mybeevet.com\/blog\/?p=569"},"modified":"2023-02-02T12:45:18","modified_gmt":"2023-02-02T18:45:18","slug":"why-is-my-dog-eating-his-poop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mybeevet.com\/blog\/why-is-my-dog-eating-his-poop\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is My Dog Eating His Poop?\u00a0<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Of all the quirky canine habits like butt sniffing and squirrel watching, dogs eating their own poop takes the cake as the least palatable among our pet parents. To answer the perennial question, \u201cwhy does my dog eat poop,\u201d the team at BEEVET Animal Hospital<\/a> has compiled some key insights for you to consider, as well as steps for discouraging this less-than-appetizing behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s it Called When Dogs Eat Poop?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is actually a proper term for poop eating: coprophagia. While it may be stomach-churning to witness, coprophagia is fairly common\u2014particularly for puppies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Do Dogs Eat Their Own Poop?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Often, the issue is behavioral and can be resolved with dog training<\/a> that uses positive reinforcement. However, there are medical conditions that can cause or contribute to a dog\u2019s poop eating habit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Behavioral Causes of Coprophagia <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your dog\u2019s desire to eat poop may actually stem from imprinted behavioral cues, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n