Most dogs, at some point in their lives, will try and will successively eat their own or another animal's poop. This is actually quite natural in dogs, but since it can cause an upset stomach, it should be avoided as much as possible.
Things You'll Need
- Pineapple or garlic
Instructions
Keep a close eye on your dog. Dogs are naturally curious and will sniff poop. Puppies especially will find this smell intriguing. Try to divert the attention of the puppy to something more interesting. Immediately bring out a dog toy or treat to help distract him.
Be sure to pick up the area where your dog poops frequently. In many cases, this is the family backyard. Clean up the area multiple times per week. If the poop is out of sight, the poop will be out of mind.
Add a small amount of pineapple to your dogs meal. Some dogs don't like the taste of pineapple, but others like the fruit's sweetness. When the fruit passes through the dog's intestines, the taste is altered, and the dog will not like the taste of poop with pineapple. You can also try feeding your dog small amounts of garlic to make the odor of feces less appealing. Hopefully after sniffing this a few times, your dog or puppy will avoid poop altogether.