My puppy eats dirt and leaves. Is it harmful or just exploring?

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My dog always eats dirt and leaves, should I try and stop him or is he just exploring and being a typical puppy? I want to let him explore but not if it'll harm him. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 28 days old

Amber Da Silva, DVM · Accepted Answer

A small amount of dirt and leaves probably won't hurt him much although he can pick up parasites, so I would recommend deworming him on a regular basis. It may also cause him to vomit or have diarrhea. I would worry if he eats rocks or sticks as these can cause a blockage in his stomach or intestines that will require surgery. You can monitor him closely when outside and try to deter him from eating these things by giving him an appropriate chew toy.

My puppy eats dirt and leaves. Is it harmful or just exploring?

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