Why does my dog eat grass?
And you've probably already noticed that you leave in almost the same way you entered...
So, if they can't digest it... why do they eat it? Is there an underlying health problem that they should be concerned about?
That's what we're going to talk about today... 3 reasons why your dog might eat grass .
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Your dog needs chlorophyll
Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in plants and algae. Its structure is very similar to your dog's hemoglobin, which is an important part of red blood cells. Hemoglobin carries oxygen throughout the body.
So when your dog eats chlorophyll, it helps replenish red blood cells.
Chlorophyll also...
- Protects cells from damage and cancer
- Fights infections
- Heals wounds
- Builds the immune system
- Breaks down calcium oxalate stones in the bladder
- Heals the digestive tract (we'll talk about this later)
Your dog can't choose green vegetables when he needs chlorophyll... and grass isn't a great source of chlorophyll because it's hard to digest.
Give your dog a good dose of chlorophyll. Chop or steam organic vegetables like:
- Cabbage
- Broccoli
- Pod
- Parsley
- Spinach
Why steam or chop? It will help your dog digest the vegetables better. Well, as we mentioned earlier, eating grass can be a sign of digestive problems . That’s reason number two…
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Your dog may have a digestive disorder
Since dogs cannot digest grass, they often regurgitate it.
Therefore, dogs sometimes eat grass to get rid of toxins in their stomach. If your dog eats grass because he is not feeling well, you may notice other signs, such as:
- Lick your lips
- Drooling
- Changes in behavior
If this is the case, you should speak to your veterinarian.
But if your dog eats grass and seems fine... let's talk about the third reason why your dog might eat grass.
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Eating grass is natural for your dog
Eating grass is a normal behavior for dogs. Wild dogs like wolves and coyotes do it too.
So if your dog is getting enough greens in his diet and he thinks he feels good... he may just be in the mood to chew and bite. Grass satisfies that need.
But here is a warning!
Make sure the grass your dog eats has not been sprayed with pesticides or chemicals. These are common factors in the development of bladder cancer in dogs.
Make sure the grass your dog eats is chemical-free.
Grass-eating is a natural behavior for dogs, so make sure your dog has access to nice, tall grasses that are free of sprays and pesticides.
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