Why Does My Dog Eat Poop?

We explain the reasons for poop eating and how to teach your dog to stop it.

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Dan Muse
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Why do dogs eat poop? The causes may be instinctual, boredom, or even based in fear of punishment.
Why our dogs act like finding a pile of poop is like discovering gold is hard to pinpoint, but the solution is solid: management and training. Credit: Deb Perry | Getty Images

Watching your dog eat poop can leave you distressed, and, frankly, disgusted. However, while grotesque to us, eating feces isn’t unusual. The reasons run across a spectrum of possibilities, including instincts, anxiety, boredom, and poor training.

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Dan Muse
Dan Muse
Dan Muse is a journalist who has worked at Disney Publishing, McGraw-Hill, IDG Communications, and IBM. Dan is a lifelong dog lover and dad. He currently volunteers at The Little Guild in Connecticut where he walks, feeds, socializes, and transports dogs.

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