Why do dogs eat sticks?

Sticks and rocks are especially troublesome since they can injure your dog's mouth and cause intestinal blockages that could require surgery. If your adult dog continues to eat things that are not food, it is a behavior disorder called pica that you should ask your vet about. read more

That’s why you see dogs constantly playing with chew toys, and why chew bones and treats are so popular with dogs. The problem with wood is that it’s not the best thing for your dog. While it’s fairly common for a dog to chew on wood (especially if you use sticks or small logs to throw to them when you’re playing fetch) your dog will thank you if you help them lay off the wood. read more

Chewing on sticks is a past time of dogs, however there is always the risk of injury to the oral cavity or the ingestion of a large fragment of wood which may cause a perforation of the gastrointestinal tract; I would try to replace the sticks with toys or chew products intended for canine consumption. read more

Bones are what dogs would be eating if we didn’t pour their food into ceramic dishes. They like the meaty flavors of bones, and the marrow inside is an excellent source of nutrients. Sticks don’t taste at all like bones, of course, and dogs do know the difference. But sticks have their own appeal. read more