Why does my pet keep eating their poop?

Whilst very disagreeable to us, many dogs and cats will eat their own (or others) poop!

So why do our pets chow down on a meal of poop?

Well popular belief is that it indicates there’s something lacking in the diet however, there’s actually no scientific data at all to back that up, and from my own experience very healthy dogs and cats can do this and virtually on any diet!

Young pets are usually more indiscriminate eaters and are more likely to do this than older ones.

It can just be a habit, a sign of a large appetite, or even just that they’re bored.

There’s a small chance that it’s a sign that something’s amiss, so if your pet is doing this and they have lost weight or are underweight, are vomiting, have unusual faeces, have had a change in their appetite, or you’re unsure they’re on a complete diet, it is best to consult a veterinarian. Our Aussie vets are online 24/7. They are able to give you advice on what could be causing this and what to watch out for. If you would like to speak to one or vets now, please click HERE to be connected.