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Why does my dog eat trash and counter food even after just eating?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mastiff | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 8 months old | 75 lbs

Why she goes after any food or trash even if she just ate she gets off counter trash can

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 7th, 2019

Tesla is probably just looking for something that might be tastier - many dogs will still seek out food even if they have just had plenty to eat. Some dogs also like to play with paper or plastic that is in the trash. The best way to curb this behavior is to restrict access - make sure there is no food left unattended within her reach and put the trash can in a cabinet or purchase one with a locking lid.

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