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Dog scatters food from bowl when I leave. How do I stop this behavior?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Belgian Malinois | Female | 1 year and 6 months old

Its been 2 days since sasha throw her food out of her bowl when i put the food and leave for work so when i return i see the food on the ground at one place i dont know why this behaviour and how to fix it!

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on August 21st, 2017

Hi, thanks for using Petcoach! I understand your frustration! Sasha may be bored. Here are somethings to try. Check out this link: http://dogcare.dailypuppy.com/stop-dog-scattering-food-bowl-1340.html I hope this helps!

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