Why is my puppy eating rocks and sand?

Answer by  Zaka (2315)

They are trying to push down something that is irritating their lower esophagus. Sometimes bone fragments or other detritus becomes stuck and cannot be vomited out.

Answer by  Jolie (1227)

It could be that the puppy is not digesting their food properly and so they are doing this as way to do so. Also it could be that they are sick and so they are eating that thinking it will make them feel better.

Answer by  Shroomshine (29)

Your puppy may be teething and will nibble on anything and everything in sight. There could also be a taste of something in the sand, such as salt.

Answer by  sapphire (111)

Just like human babies, baby dogs are curious about the world and taste things in order to learn about the world around them. Although, eating rocks will be very bad for the puppy and you should try to keep him away from areas that have a lot of rocks that he could eat.

Answer by  Justbarb (98)

Sometimes this can just be experimentation or play, yet often it can be a sign of a vitamin or mineral imbalance. The pup may have worms and is anemic.

Answer by  enepetrecristian (17)

I have a dog too. Her name is Jerry she is eating rocks and sand too. My dog sees something fun in that rocks. Maybe your dog see`s the same thing in rocks. I dont know about the sand.