Dog breeders encounter strange behavior from their pets from time to time. What reason can dogs have for eating paper?
It can be napkins, tea towels, handkerchiefs, but also toilet paper, or perhaps newspapers and magazines – in short, any paper that a dog comes across in the household. Not long ago, he didn’t even notice anything like this, and now he can’t resist the temptation to tear the paper, chew it and swallow it? Something is wrong and it will definitely be a good idea to consult a veterinarian.
Why does the dog eat paper and what to do with it? Maybe the YouTube video by the author of K9 Magazine Free will help you:
Source: Youtube
Try to think for yourself
Even before you go to the vet, try to consider the reasons that could motivate the dog to behave this way. You may find that this is just playfulness coupled with a lack of opportunities to vent that desire. In such a case, more (preferably interactive) toys that will occupy the dog should be remedied.
Of course, it is ideal to make time for the animal and play with it more. That’s what matters most at a moment like this. Once the dog learns to entertain himself in another way, he won’t even notice the paper. In short, boredom is a killer not only for humans, but also for animals. This applies mainly in cases where the dog is often and for many hours alone at home.
Isn’t the dog hungry?
It is unlikely that any of the responsible breeders will leave the dog starving for so long that it begins to consume, for example, paper due to the lack of normal food. However, enough food on the bowl does not necessarily mean an adequate amount of nutrients and the volume of fiber that the animal needs for proper and problem-free digestion.
In addition, dogs can also have an eating disorder associated with, for example, certain diseases such as diabetes and others. The breeder should therefore think not only about the composition of the presented feed, but also about other possible symptoms that would testify to the health problems of his four-legged friend.
Beware of stress
Think stress only affects humans? But this is not true at all – on the contrary, even animals can suffer, for example, from excessive loneliness, or vice versa in an environment where they do not have enough opportunities to rest, sleep and to live their dog life. Even though they are partners and friends, they still need their peace and animal space.
When changes occur…
Life changes for animals are also a big stressor, whether it is a family move or the arrival of a new member – a child, an adult, or even another animal. The dog must first cope with these changes. Some can do it in a few minutes, others it can take weeks or months.
Let’s help him with this by assuring him of our love and constant affection, because in the event that an animal falls under such stress, he may develop eating disorders in addition to other problems.
When to the vet?
If you notice that your dog has started on a package of tissues, it may not be so bad. It’s a game like any other. However, if it was a regular activity and the tissues did not end up torn on the ground, but in the dog’s stomach, it will be time to seek a veterinarian.
Go to him even if the dog develops a digestive problem in this connection, becomes apathetic, or other unusual symptoms begin to appear. You want to help your furry friend.
Sources: wagwalking.com, www.petmd.com, www.dogster.com
