My dog eats things on walks and won't drop them. How to stop?

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Amy has suddenly become a scavenger when out on walks. She lifts all sorts / not just foodstuffs from ground when out walking. Will not always drop and mostly eats (food and paper). I try not to make a big deal as this makes her want and keep or eat item even more. She is not good at dropping items on instruction. Advice required. Pet's info: Dog | Alaskan Malamute | Female

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

IF there is a generalised increase in appetite and/or weight loss a full health check would be recommended to rule out medical causes of increasing appetite such as diabetes or poor digestion/absorption of food. Otherwise I recommend clicker training at home focusing on the words 'drop it' and I would also consider walking her with a muzzle on to prevent her from consuming anything dangerous

My dog eats things on walks and won't drop them. How to stop?

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