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      • For Bull terriers
      • For Cavalier King Charles
      • For Chihuahua Puppies
      • For Cocker Spaniels
      • For Corgi Puppies
      • For Dachshunds
      • For Dalmations
      • For Dobermans
      • For French Bulldog Puppies
      • For German Shepherd Puppies
      • For German Shorthaired Pointers
      • For Golden Retrievers
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      • For Greyhounds
      • For Havanese
      • For Hunting Dogs
      • For Jack Russells
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      • For Mastiffs
      • For Miniature Schnauzers
      • For Morkies
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      • For Husky Puppies
      • For Pitbulls
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      • For Rhodesian Ridgebacks
      • For Rottweilers
      • For Shichons
      • For Saint Bernards
      • For Weimaraners
      • For Yorkies
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      • Annamaet
      • Bil-Jac
      • Canine Caviar
      • Evolve
      • Instinct
      • Brands on a Budget
      • Organic Brands
      • Nature’s Logic
      • Nulo
      • Orijen
      • Performatrin Ultra
      • Pro Pac
      • Royal Canin vs Blue Buffalo
      • Sojos
      • Taste of the Wild vs Blue Wilderness
      • Victor
      • Victor Dog Food vs Diamond Naturals
      • Weruva
      • Whole Earth Farm
    • FOR A PURPOSE
      • For Arthritis
      • For Bad Teeth
      • Dehydrated Dog Food
      • High-Calorie
      • High Fiber for Anal Gland Problems
      • Hypoallergenic Foods
      • For IBD 
      • Legume Free
      • Limited Ingredient Foods
      • Low Protein
      • Low Sodium
      • Ollie Dog Food Reviews
      • To Prevent Gas
      • Puppy Milk Replacer
      • For Picky Dogs
      • For Seizures
      • For Sensitive Stomachs
      • For Skin Allergies
      • For Yeast Infections
    • TREATS
      • Dentastix vs Greenies: Which is Better?
      • For Pomeranians
      • For Puppy Training
      • For Yorkies
  • DOG MEDICINE
    • Antihistamines for Allergies
    • Aspirin
    • Benadryl
    • Dewormers
    • DNA Tests
    • Dramamine
    • Ear Cleaners
    • Gabapentin
    • Glucosamine
    • Heartgard
    • Melatonin
    • Nexgard vs Frontline
    • Prednisone
    • Toothpastes
    • Tramadol
    • Trifexis vs Comfortis
    • Xanax
    • Zyrtec
  • DOG SUPPLIES
    • BEDS
      • Bedding for Kennels
      • Bedding for Puppies
      • Chew Proof beds
      • Elevated beds
      • For Australian Shepherds
      • For Beagles
      • For Bernese Mountain Dogs
      • For Border Collies
      • For Boston Terriers
      • For Boxers
      • For Bulldogs
      • For Chihuahuas
      • For Cockapoos
      • For Cocker Spaniels
      • For Corgis
      • For Coton De Tulears
      • For Dachshunds
      • For Dobermans
      • For English Mastiffs
      • For French Bulldogs
      • For German Shepherds
      • For Goldendoodles
      • For Great Danes
      • For Greyhounds
      • For Labradoodles
      • For Mastiffs
      • For Miniature Schnauzers
      • For Pitbulls
      • For Pomeranians
      • For Rhodesian Ridgebacks
      • For Rottweilers
      • For Shih Tzus
      • For Siberian Huskies
      • For Weimaraners
      • For Whippets
      • For Vizslas
      • For Yorkies
      • Heated Beds
      • Luxury Beds
      • Orthopedic Beds
      • Waterproof Beds
    • BRUSHES
      • For Australian Shepherds
      • For Boxer Dogs
      • For Corgis
      • For German Shepherds
      • For Goldendoodles
      • For Golden Retrievers
      • For Havanese
      • For Labradoodles
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      • For Saint Bernards
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      • For Chihuahuas
      • Citronella Bark Collars
      • For Dobermans
      • For German Shepherds
      • Leather Collars
      • Reflective Collars
    • CLIPPERS
      • For Airedale Terriers
      • For Australian Shepherds
      • For Bichon Frise
      • For Border Collies
      • For Coton De Tulears
      • For German Shepherds
      • For Goldendoodles
      • For Havanese
      • For Labradoodles
      • For Lhasa Apso
      • For Maltese
      • For Matted Hair
      • For Miniature Schnauzers
      • For Old English Sheepdogs
      • For Pomeranians
      • For Poodles
      • For Portuguese Water Dogs
      • For Shih Tzus
    • CRATES
      • Crate Covers
      • For Beagles
      • For Border Collies
      • For Boston Terriers
      • For Boxers
      • For Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
      • For Chihuahuas
      • For Dachshunds
      • For Dobermans
      • For English Bulldogs
      • For Goldendoodles
      • For Golden Retrievers
      • For Great Danes
      • For Greyhounds
      • For Huskies
      • For Labradoodles
      • For Mastiffs
      • For Miniature Schnauzers
      • For Pitbulls
      • For Pomeranians
      • Revol Crate
      • For Rottweilers
      • For Separation Anxiety
      • For Shih Tzus
      • For Weimaraners
      • Crate Water Bottle
      • Wooden Dog Crates
      • For Yorkies
    • HARNESSES
      • For American Bulldogs
      • For Beagles
      • For Boxers
      • For Bulldogs
      • For Chihuahuas
      • For Dachshunds
      • For French Bulldogs
      • Freedom No Pull
      • For German Shepherds
      • For Golden Retrievers
      • K9 Harness
      • For Pugs
      • For Rottweilers
      • For Shih Tzu
      • For Siberian Husky
      • For Yorkies
    • LEASHES
      • For Pitbulls
      • For Running
      • Retractable
    • MUZZLES
      • Basket Muzzles
      • For Chihuahuas
      • For Pitbulls
    • NAIL CLIPPERS
      • For Cockapoos
      • For Golden Retrievers
    • TOYS
      • Balls
      • Chew Toys for Pit Bulls
      • For Border Collies
      • For Corgis
      • For Dalmations
      • Frisbees
      • Interactive Toys
      • Playpens
      • For Pomeranians
      • Pools
      • Puppy Chew Toys
      • For Shih Tzus
      • Squeaky Toys
      • Tug Toys
    • SHAMPOO
      • For Bulldogs
      • Flea Shampoos
      • For French Bulldogs
      • For Goldendoodles
      • For Golden Retrievers
      • For Huskies
      • Hypoallergenic Shampoos
      • For Maltese
      • Natural Shampoos for Sensitive Skin
      • Oatmeal Shampoos
      • For Pitbulls
      • For Pomeranians
      • For Poodles
      • For Puppies
      • For Shih Tzu
      • For Yorkies
    • Boston Terrier Sweater
    • Dog Camping Tents
    • Hunting Vests
    • Flea Carpet Powder
    • Strollers
    • Training Books
    • Pet Hair Vacuums
  • BLOG
    • Can My Dog Eat That?
      • Biscuits
      • Cheerios
      • Chia Seeds
      • Cinnamon
      • Crackers
      • Dairy
        • Cheese
        • Vanilla Ice Cream
      • Eggs
      • Falafel
      • Fruit
        • Apples
        • Avocado
        • Bananas
        • Blackberries
        • Coconut
        • Mangoes
        • Strawberries
        • Tomatoes
        • Zucchini
      • Honey
      • Hot Sauce
      • Instant Noodles
      • Meat
        • Chicken Bones
        • Chicken Skin
        • Ham Bones
        • Salami
        • Sausage
        • Steak
        • Trout
        • Tuna
        • Turkey
      • Oatmeal
      • Peanut Butter
      • Pink Salt
      • Pita Bread
      • Pizza Crust
      • Popcorn
      • Potato
      • Sunflower Seeds
      • Vegetables
        • Beans
        • Brussel Sprouts
        • Carrots
        • Green Peppers
        • Lettuce
        • Onions
        • Truffles
        • Yellow Squash
    • Cats vs. Dogs
    • Exotic Dog Breeds
      • African
      • Chinese
      • Cleanest
      • Curly Haired
      • English
      • Fastest
      • Long-Legged
      • Small White
      • Smartest Small Breeds
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      • Can I Give My Dog Aspirin?
      • Does CBD Work for Dogs? 
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Why Do Dogs Eat Cat Poop?

Razvan by Razvan
10 January 2022
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Dogs are known to be indiscriminate eaters by nature. They scavenge on plastic, garbage, fecal matter, etc. Ingestion of fecal matter is known as coprophagia. It’s also observed in mom dogs when cleaning up their puppies and to stimulate bowel movements.

The presence of high amounts of undigested protein and carbohydrates in cat poop makes it a choice ‘snack’ for dogs. Coprophagia is usually harmless but found to be unsanitary to dog owners. There is also the worry about the risk of dogs contracting infections and the possibility of transfer of these germs to its owner.

Why do dogs eat cat poop?

As mentioned above, dogs are naturally coprophagous and scavenge not only on the fecal matter but other things as well.

Cats are obligate carnivores in nature and therefore are unable to digest carbohydrates that are excreted through feces. This is what attracts dogs to cat poop.

Lack of a balanced diet may result in the sourcing for deficient vitamins and minerals not only in fecal matter but also soil, grass, and other vegetation.

Dogs also do this out of boredom, anxiety, stress, or hunger.

What happens when dogs eat cat poop?

Scavenging on cat poop is usually harmless in most dogs. In other instances, there is a risk of ingesting poop containing eggs of parasites that hatch in the gut leading to an infestation. Regular deworming is therefore advised.

Eating cat poop causes foul mouth odor- try using Dentastix or Greenies!

The presence of harmful bacteria such as salmonella in poop may lead to fatal infections requiring emergency veterinary care. Salmonella is transferable to humans especially to those in regular contact.

Ingesting large amounts of poop clumped up with litter may lead to intestinal obstruction and constipation. Owners should, therefore, be keen on observing their dogs bowel movements especially on those fond of this habit.

Can dogs digest cat poop?

Cat poop is majorly composed of carbohydrates. This is due to their inability to digest carbohydrates. On ingestion, they are broken down into glucose and absorbed into the bloodstream. Cat poop containing foreign bodies is indigestible and may cause intestinal obstruction and constipation.

Can a dog get sick from eating cat poop?

Yes, dogs can get sick from eating cat poop though in most instances it’s harmless. This usually happens when the poop contains harmful bacteria e.g. salmonella, E. coli, or parasites which lead to fatal infections and worm infestations respectively.

Bottom Line

Coprophagia is habitual in dogs. They do so out of habit, stress, nutritional deficiency, or boredom. It also poses a risk to contract severe and acute infections e.g. salmonellosis, constipation, worm infestation, and foul mouth odor. Owners should, therefore, be keen on observing their dogs for any sign of ill health and complete regular deworming to prevent worm infestations.

Due to the risks associated with coprophagia, owners should keep litter boxes away from dogs reach or buy ones with ‘dog roofs’. The use of muzzles and putting them on a leash during walks is also effective in preventing fecal ingestion.

Razvan

Razvan

Razvan is a dog trainer and veterinary technician with over 10 years of experience working with dog daycares, animal shelters, vet clinics and private dog training. Razvan is one of the lead publishers on Dog Struggles covering the latest product reviews and dog health advice.

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