Stool Eating in Puppies

Stool eating is also known as coprophagy. Many animal behaviorists will tell you that this is a normal behavior in puppies, although you may find it gross.

Coprophagy usually begins at a very young age when the puppy is still with the other puppies of the litter. It is a natural maternal instinct to eat the stool of her puppies to keep the den clean and protect her puppies from predators that may be drawn by the scent. The maternal behavior is done from the time puppies are born until they are weaned, when puppies start eating solid food.

Puppies are inclined to follow what their mother is doing and may still continue the behavior until he matures. 

To discourage this behavior, it is your responsibility to always clean up after the puppies, before they have the chance to do it. 

Other reasons for coprophagy include poor digestion, boredom, stress, hunger, and seeking attention. Have your puppies checked by a vet Houston.