A couple of times I’ve taken Spook for walks around the yard to do her business, then been totally grossed out when I’ve caught her snacking on her own waste.
Did some reading and there are plenty of theories on why dogs do it. The most likely reason for Spook is that she is still a puppy, it’s the way mother dogs keep the litter clean. Hopefully she’ll grow out of the habit, with a bit of help.
Will be carrying a plastic bag with me next time I take Spook around the yard again, scoop it up before she gets a chance to sniff it.
Hi Liss, using plastic bags as a way to prevent dogs from eating their stools is a good way to prevent it from happening.
Good news she seems to have broken out of the horrible habit.
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