Sometimes there are subjects that we don't like to talk about but we need to. "My puppy is eating poop............what do I do??" From an early age, puppies will often lick or eat their poop or one of their siblings. I guess to them, they can smell the outsourcing of their food and try it. It used to be thought that a pup that ate feces was lacking in some nutrition or vitamins but I don't think this is true. Some but most pups will eat their own feces or another dogs'. What can you do?
The best thing to do is while either paper training your puppy or outside training your puppy, pick up the feces immediately and dispose of it. If you see your pup turn to smell it, which is natural say NO very harshly so they don't begin to eat it. You must again use deligence!
If the pup continues to eat feces, there are a couple of products on the market that you can use. One is called Deter. These are little nuggets you can feed your pup that supposably makes the feces taste horrible...........can't imagine that it dosn't taste horrible to begin with but I have never tried it..........LOL. Just be sure to read the label to make sure it is safe for the age of your pup. Most veterinarians will tell you they will grow out of this nasty habit. If you find or know of any other methods regarding this subject..........please share for my readers. Thanks Holly
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