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My dog is obsessed with eating bugs. Is it safe for her to eat them?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | DOG-SMALL-LONGHAIR | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 8 months old | 15 lbs

Why do my 19month old female dog so absessive over bug and eats the are they harmful to her

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on August 26th, 2019

Most dogs like to eat bugs, grass, and other items they shouldn't. Keeping an eye on Molly and stopping her from eating anything potentially harmful is a good idea. It would be hard to say if the bugs are safe to eat or not without knowing what bugs she is eating.

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