Why Dogs Eat Grass and 8 Other Strange Dog Behaviors Explained
In this video, we will talk about 8 strange things dogs do and explain the meaning behind them Why dogs eat grass Like with many other animal behaviors that seem strange to people, there are plenty of myths and rumors about why dogs eat grass. You may have heard that a dog who eats grass has an upset stomach and wants to induce vomiting, or that eating grass is a sign of a nutritional deficiency. Believe it or not, research suggests that these are both myths. Dogs on wellbalanced diets and in good condition regularly eat grass, and many dogs can be observed to frequently eat grass and not vomit. A study conducted in the University of New England found that dogs see grass as a food source and are more likely to eat grass if they are hungry like before eating their regular meal. This study also rejected the theory that dogs eat grass to induce vomiting. The researchers concluded that grass eating is an innate and normal behavior, as all dogs in this study were in good health and wellbala
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