My dog is eating grass. Is this ok?

Question

My roommate says he is not fully nourished and might be sick but he is very vibrant and has much energy.

Then I heard dogs eat grass to help with digestion which my dog doesn't need cause he takes a c**p like twice a day.

So is it normal for dogs to eat grass?

Thanks in advance!

Answer 1

It's perfectly normal. I don't know if anyone is entirely sure why they do it. Some do it more than others. One of mine hardly seems able to leave grass alone but never seems to have an upset tummy and her digestion seems excellent. I sometimes wonder if she just likes the taste.

Answer 2

Thats perfectly normal,It helps them to digest their foods...I have a backyard full of grass and my Poms go to this one patch to eat every now and then...Its so cute!

Answer 3

ya it is normal and some dogs do eat it when they have a stomch ache, but my lab did it all the time.

Answer 4

Like everyone elses answers, it is perfectly normal. When we have an upset tummy, we take meds or ginger ale or what ever. Dogs, eat grass. it not only sooths their tummy but if they eat alot, it is like a a medication for them. it will help them p**p or even throw up! but its normal. they know how much they can take. my dog always has a nibble of grass here and there, it actually really helps with his pooping.

Answer 5

I heard two things about this.

1. It helps in their digestion somehow

2. It helps upset stomachs.

As long as their isn't chemicals sprayed on it it should be ok..

I let my 13 year old daschund eat grass all the time in the yard but never in the community park as I know the put some sprays as to control weeds!

Answer 6

aniamls eat grass when they have a upset belly and it is ok for them to eat it as long as you don't have bug or weed killer on it . but if it's clean let him eat away he will throw it all up later and that will help his belly hope this helps

Answer 7

Usually because of an upset stomach.

Answer 8

Perfectly normal, nothing to worry about.

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Answer 9

It's okay as long as there are no harmful chemicals on the grass such as pesticides just sprayed. Dogs can pick up worms this way so your dog should be taking monthly worm medication.

Answer 10

Their stomachs are very much like humans. When we feel sick to our stomach or perhaps gas and don't want to eat, then they feel the same way. Grass will help their digestion, so let your dog eat it, they even know what type of grass. So see, it is a natural thing for them to do.