<p>Many wild animals resort to coprophagia (eating poop) at some point in their life for a variety of reasons. Many of our domesticated canines will resort to the abhorrent, but natural behavior, periodically. Dogs instinctually eating grass when they need to vomit because of too much bile acid in their stomachs, maybe some dogs instinctually eat their own feces to garner more digestive enzymes to aid in digestion. Hard to say and researchers do not have an answer on that one. A dog may partake in coprophagia or eating their own feces is boredom. Dogs left outside long periods of time with little or no toys to play with may find their own entertainment in whatever form they can. Digging and escaping the yard are more common ways for dogs to entertain themselves but most will try anything at some point. However, one of the ‘old wives’ tales’ on stopping your dog from eating their own feces is to feed them pineapple with the thought that it makes their feces unpalatable. What is the best way to stop coprophagia? Keep your yard clean! A dirty yard increases the incidence while a clean yard basically negates the habit. Pineapple, a clean yard and a lot of exercise – you will soon find your pooch is no longer delving into the dark side of canine behavior. So your neighbour's dog is not an exception. </p>
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