WHAT IS COPROPHAGIA?

Coprophagia refers to the behavior of an animal eating its own stool or stool of another animal. This behavior is mainly caused by behavioral problems, but there are medical problems that can contribute to Coprophagia.

TREATMENT

There are different forms of Coprophagia Treatment depending on the cause. Below are the treatment options for Coprophagia.

MEDICAL

Medical problems will be treated by a professional in order to correct the underlying cause.

The severity of Coprophagia varies. Veterinarian professionals can create a custom treatment program that is the best fit for the animal.

BEHAVIORAL

Use FOR-BID™ to deter stool eating

Consistent behavior training

Prevent animals access to stool

Increase amount of exercise